ETL vs. UL: What's the Difference and Why Cable Certification Matters

■ ETL vs. UL: Cables Certification is the Key to Safety - Understanding Wire Certification 

Zion Communication | Trusted Cable Manufacturer with UL & ETL Certifications

■ Introduction: With the Intention to Make Informed Purchasing Decisions, the Purchasers Must Look for the "Certifications." 

Compliance with authorized safety specifications is the objective of selecting high-quality electrical and communications cables - not only for secure installations but also for regional control normative requirements. In many parts of North America and globally, the UL (Underwriters Laboratories) mark and ETL (Intertek) certification mark are general indicators of product safety, performance, and fire safety.

At Zion Communication, we take pride in having obtained both UL and ETL certifications for certain cable types, which reflects the company's commitment to top-level manufacturing and compliance standards.

■ What is UL Certification? 

UL, in partnership with global safety certification for product testing and certification, verifies products against its own and industry-standard regulations, as defined by procedures, to promote product safety. 

UL (Underwriters Laboratories)

Official Website: https://www.ul.com 

UL Product iQ® (Certification Database): https://iq.ulprospector.com 

Use UL Product iQ® to verify Zion Communication’s UL-listed cables by certificate number or report reference.

Zion Communication's UL Certifications

They verify that our cables comply with UL 13, UL 444, UL 1424, and EN 50200, which proves that our cables, ranging from low-voltage circuit wiring to flame-resistant building installations, cater to safety standards.

■ What is ETL Certification? 

Intertek has its own mark called ETL, which is issued by another NRTL (Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory) authorized by OSHA. Products that are ETL certified undergo the same testing as UL; of ANSI/NFPA 13, ANSI UL 444, and CAN/CSA C22.2. 

ETL (Intertek Testing Services)

Official Website: https://www.intertek.com 

ETL Listed Product Directory: https://www.intertek.com/directories/ 

Visit Intertek’s official directory to validate ETL-listed cable products by control number or company name.

Zion Communication's ETL Certifications

Zion Communication's products, which are ETL listed, are guaranteed to be legal in structured cabling systems, backbone communication wiring, and in-wall/ceiling installations that call for CMP/CL2P safety levels.

■ ETL vs. UL: Key Differences and Common Ground

 There's no distinction between safety and compliance between UL-listed and ETL-listed products. They both demonstrate that the product meets the rigorous standards required for electrical safety and fire resistance.

■ Why This Matters to You as a Customer

For the cable that is used for the installation of professional work, fire safety and compliance documentation, the cables are often legally required, especially in some building codes (like NEC, NFPA). The choice of UL, or ETL-listed, cables guarantees: 

• Reliable long-term performance

• Passes local inspection and approval

• Reduced liability for project owners

• Peace of mind for safety and insurance

■ Zion Communication: Certified Quality You Can Trust 

With both UL and ETL certifications, Zion Communication's products cater to customers in all markets, including North America, Europe, and the Middle East, and fulfil all local regulatory requirements proficiently. 

Our Cable Certifications Cover: 

• CMP / CL2P / CL3P / CM / CMR / CMX 

• Fire Alarm Cables (FPL, FPLR) 

• Fire-Resistant Power Cables (EN 50200:2015) 

• For UL 13, UL 444, UL 1424, and CSA C22.2. 

• We regard OEM and custom labels as our valuable business assets, backed by recognizable certifications and regular factory audits.

Application Fields: 

• Cabling structure, and LAN connectivity. 

• Limiting the power of circuits. 

• Fire alarm system wiring. 

• Data centers and hierarchy network. 

• Installation of TV and multimedia equipment in wall and ceiling ducts.

High-quality certified cables are the Best Option. Trust Zion Communication for Cabling Solutions! 

UL and ETL claim for safety, compliance, and endurance in the form of your certification labels – not a token or novelty item. Since the cables of Zion Communication carry the UL and ETL graphics over various types of cables, our users have complete confidence when specifying, installing, and selling the cables.

Contact us for more information

michael@zion-communication.com

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