UL approves Methode Electronics' FusionLug cable and wire termination technology - Connector Specifier

UL approves Methode Electronics' FusionLug cable and wire termination technology


Feb 9, 2012

Methode Electronics' (NYSE: MEI) Power Solutions Group recently announced that its cable and wire termination technology, the FusionLug formed wire compression lug system, is now Underwriter Laboratories (UL) recognized for single and multiple conductor configurations under the UL 486 A and B standard.

Related Story: Amphenol debuts UL 2703 certified HelioLug grounding component for solar installations

The FusionLug is part of Methode’s larger Flexible Bus Bar system; the new UL certification covers 10 AWG to 850 MCM for round and flat power conductors. Termination features such as lug size, angle, hole geometry and captured hardware are per customer requirements.

The UL multi site listing applies to all Methode’s Power Solution global manufacturing sites in Rolling Meadows, IL, Shanghai, China, and Mreihel, Malta.

More information about Methode's FusionLug power cabling termination system.

Source: Methode Electronics

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