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What is UL2849 certification? Why do electric bicycles need UL2849 certification?

SRF 2024-10-14 15:11

At present, many domestic big brand electric vehicle export enterprises have passed UL2849 of the security detection or already in the application.

At present, the world sells two electric bicycle SC-1,EB-7 and high-technology era electric bicycles P10,P2 have passed the United States UL2272 and UL2849 certification, the first to enter the North American market. Amazon, an e-commerce platform, has also made clear requirements for electric car products. All lithium car products must pass UL relevant certification before they can be put on shelves.

Electric bicycles, electric assisted bicycles (EPAC bicycles), electric scooters and electric motorcycles-- UL 2849 third edition. The updated requirements for the third edition of UL 2849 now address recent key safety issues to support the safe use of e-bikes (e-bikes that are ridden single, but may be able to accommodate passengers; e-bikes that are typically operated seated; e-bikes that can have pedals; e-bikes that are generally considered off-road) and minimize the risk of battery fire or explosion and the risk of electric shock hazard.

Important updates include:

UL 2849 covers electric bicycles (pedal-assisted electric bicycles) and electric systems for off-road use of electric motorcycles and electric scooters.

This standard addresses the risk of electric shock and potential electric shock during charging during the life of the product.

Electric bicycles enter the U.S. market, there are relatively strict market access threshold, that is, the requirements through the UL2849 safety standards. UL2849 the standard involves product safety, battery management system (BMS), software evaluation and functional safety evaluation requirements, and also has safety standard requirements for components such as controllers, motors and chargers. The introduction and implementation of the UL2849 standard has ensured the quality and performance of electric bicycle products and made the industry more healthy and long-term development.

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