46 CFR 111.60-13
§ 111.60-13 Flexible electric cord and cables.
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- 46 CFR 111.60-13, § 111.60-13 Flexible electric cord and cables, United States, version 1 as recorded 2026-07-09, yourstate.us, https://yourstate.us/provision/227110
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(a) Construction and testing. Each flexible cord and cable must meet the requirements in Sections 4.4.2. and 4.4.6 of IEEE 45.8-2016, Article 400 of NFPA 70, ANSI/NEMA WC-70, or ANSI/UL 62 (all incorporated by reference; see § 110.10-1 of this subchapter).
(b) Application. No flexible cord may be used except:
(1) As allowed under Sections 400.10 and 400.12 of NFPA 70; and
(2) In accordance with Table 400.4 in NFPA 70.
(c) Allowable current-carrying capacity. No flexible cord may carry more current than allowed under Table 400.5 in NFPA 70, or ANSI/NEMA WC-70.
(d) Conductor size. Each flexible cord must be 18 AWG (0.82 mm2) or larger.
(e) Splices. Each flexible cord and cable must be without splices or taps except for a cord or cable 12 AWG (3.3 mm2) or larger spliced for repairs in accordance with § 111.60-19.
(f) Pull at joints and terminals. Each flexible cord and cable must be connected to a device or fitting by a knot, tape, or special fitting so that tension is not transmitted to joints or terminal screws.
Legislative history
This is a federal regulation, adopted through agency rulemaking under the Administrative Procedure Act — not enacted by a recorded vote of Congress.