Surfaces exceeding the limits in Table 16 shall be shall be shielded and labeled HOT. See 2.4.5.
Conductors shall not be exposed to a temperature greater 90 % of their rating.
Components shall not be exposed to a temperature greater 90 % of their rating.
Material Type*
|
Operator Accessible Area |
1 |
2 |
3 |
|
Hand-Held |
50 |
55 |
65 |
|
Will Touch |
55 |
65 |
75 |
|
May Touch |
70 |
75 |
90 |
Material Type*
|
Service Areas |
1 |
2 |
3 |
|
Will Touch |
55 |
65 |
75 |
|
No Need To Touch |
80 |
100 |
120 |
*Material Type
1. Highly Conductive; e.g., most metals
2. Moderately conductive; e.g., glass
3. Slightly conductive; e.g., most plastics
Table 16. Surface Temperature Limits in ° C.
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