Ul9540a Testservice für Energiespeicherbatterien

When conducting UL 9540A fire testing for an energy storage system, there are four levels of testing that can be done: Cell - an individual battery cell; Module - a collection of battery cells connected together; Unit - a collection of battery modules connected together and installed inside a rack and/or an enclosure; Installation - same setup as the unit test with

What is ul 9540a testing?

The test methods employed in UL 9540A testing are continuous, maintaining consistency and reproducibility throughout the evaluation process. Compliance with UL 9540 listing requirements is essential for energy storage systems, as mandated by authoritative industry codes such as the American Electrical Code (Chapter 706) and NFPA 855 standard.

Does SwRI provide ul 9540a certification?

While SwRI has performed many UL 9540A development tests in the past, SwRI is slated to provide official UL 9540A certification at module and unit level. Third-party testing and certification from UL, a trusted global safety science organization, instills confidence in end-users and stakeholders, fostering trust in the client’s brand.

When does ul 9540 come out?

A revised edition of UL 9540 includes updates for large-scale fire testing. It goes into effect on July 15, 2022. Starting then, you may have to change how you evaluate your ESS. Help ensure your thermal runway fire propagation testing will be accepted by code authorities.

Does Southwest Research Institute perform ul 9540a testing?

Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and staffed by experienced experts in energy storage safety. We perform UL 9540A testing in an indoor burn facility which utilizes a pollution abatement system that eliminates the release of harmful substances into the environment.