Compliance with UL 913 for Intrinsically Safe Apparatus
Compliance with UL 913 for Intrinsically Safe Apparatus
As a custom battery manufacturer, APEX Mobile Power (AMP) complies with safety standards to ensure our products operate safely under various conditions, including UL 913 for Intrinsically Safe Apparatus. We design and manufacture lithium-ion batteries and custom battery packs to meet the needs of applications across industries, providing certified, safe solutions to power a range of equipment and operations. Contact AMP to discuss a custom solution today or request a quote to get started.
What is the UL 913 Standard?
UL 913 is the North American standard that outlines how intrinsically safe apparatus and associate apparatus are tested, evaluated, and certified. Covering equipment intended for use in Division 1 and Division 2 hazardous locations, Class I, II, and III, as well as Zone 0 and Zone 1 areas, it shows that the intended equipment can perform witha reduced risk of accidents, equipment failure, and injury in operations and environments where flammable gases or dusts may be present. It governs equipment under normal operation, expected faults, and specific combinations of two simultaneous faults. Specific applications for UL 913 compliance include:
- Gas and Leak Detectors
- Fuel Handling Equipment
- Aircraft Inspection Devices
- Hazardous Area Scanners and Terminals
Why is UL 913 Important?
For equipment, including battery-powered devices, UL 913 certifies that the operation will not release enough electrical or thermal energy to ignite flammable gases, dust, or vapors in critical environments. It is designed to prevent hazardous workplace accidents, shutdowns, or legal liabilities by covering short circuits, component failures, and dropped impacts to ensure ongoing safety.
Who Needs to Comply with UL 913?
Compliance with UL 913 is essential for manufacturers of electrical equipment, sensors, and communication devices for use in hazardous environments. It is a required certification mark for a wide range of products, including two-way radios, gas detectors, flashlights, and sensor instruments, as well as other electrical equipment and battery-powered devices.
APEX Mobile Power Provides Battery Solutions Compliant with UL 913 Standards
With over 100 years of combined experience designing and manufacturing battery solutions, APEX Mobile Power provides UL913-certified products for intrinsically safe apparatus. We can build our lithium-ion batteries and custom battery pack solutions to your specific application requirements and to withstand demanding conditions across industries. AMP is a trusted battery manufacturer offering safe, reliable, and certified products. Contact us with questions about our capabilities or fill out a quote form to get started.