UL 1007 18 AWG Hook-Up Wire — 80°C / 300V PVC for Germany Export
UL Recognized, Not UL Listed — An Important Distinction for German Buyers
German procurement teams searching for “UL listed 1007 18 AWG” should be aware of a UL terminology distinction. UL 1007, like all AWM Styles under UL Subject 758, carries a UL Recognized Component mark — not a UL Listed mark. UL Listed applies to finished standalone products (complete appliances, building wire), while UL Recognized applies to components intended for incorporation into larger UL Listed products. AWM hook-up wire is a component, and the correct designation is UL Recognized. The backward “UR” symbol on the wire confirms this status.
UL 1007 18 AWG is supplied as a UL Recognized Component — file on record. This is the correct component certification for incorporation into UL 508A industrial control panels, UL 60730 appliance controllers, and UL 62368 ITE equipment destined for the North American market. Export to Germany: CIF Hamburg or Rotterdam, transit 25–30 days.
UL 1007 18 AWG — Specification
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| UL AWM Style | 1007 (UL Recognized Component — not UL Listed) |
| Conductor Size | 18 AWG (≈ 0.82 mm²) |
| Available Range | 32 AWG – 16 AWG, solid or stranded |
| Temperature Rating | 80°C maximum |
| Voltage Rating | 300V AC (600V peak for electronic use, when tag indicates) |
| Insulation | Extruded PVC — 15 mils (0.38 mm) min avg / 13 mils (0.33 mm) min at any point |
| Flame Rating | Horizontal flame |
| Oil Resistance | Optional 60°C or 80°C oil-resistant grade |
| UL Recognition | UL Recognized Component — file on record |
| Permitted Use | Internal wiring of appliances; tags may indicate 600V peak — for electronic use only |
18 AWG Application Profile
18 AWG is a frequently specified gauge in the UL 1007 family. German OEMs and Schaltschrankbauer exporting equipment to North America use it in three primary contexts:
- Internal appliance wiring: Connections between line cord entry, switches, and motor terminals in residential and small-commercial appliances rated at 120V or 240V. The 300V AC rating covers standard residential circuit voltages, and the 80°C PVC handles the thermal environment inside compact enclosures under normal operating conditions.
- Low-voltage control and signal circuits: 24V DC or 120V AC control wiring inside UL 508A panels — routing between PLC outputs, relay coils, indicator lights, and low-current contactors. The 600V peak electronic-use designation permits use where transient voltages exceed 300V continuous but remain within the 600V peak envelope.
- Internal wiring in export assemblies where 600V isolation is not required: Where UL 1015 at 600V is not required by the circuit design, UL 1007’s 15-mil wall and 300V rating covers the application. For circuits requiring 600V isolation, specify UL 1015.
UL 1007 vs UL 1015 — Selecting the Right Voltage Grade
| UL Style | Temp | Voltage | Wall | When to Specify |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1007 (this page) | 80°C | 300V | 15 mils | 120V / 240V residential circuits; 32–16 AWG |
| 1015 | 80–105°C | 600V | 30 mils | 480V industrial; UL 508A panels at 600V class; wider AWG range |
| 3266 | 125°C | 300V | 15 mils | Same voltage as 1007; XLPE thermoset insulation; higher temperature rating |
Export Documentation for Germany
A standard CIF Hamburg or Rotterdam shipment includes the following documentation, prepared at order confirmation:
- Commercial Invoice — itemised per AWG, colour, and quantity
- Packing List — gross/net weight per spool, container loading details
- Certificate of Origin (CCPIT)
- Bill of Lading — ocean carrier issued
- UL Recognition reference documentation
- RoHS Declaration (Directive 2011/65/EU)
- REACH SVHC Declaration (Article 33)
- MSDS / Safety Data Sheet
- HS Code: 8544.49 — MFN duty rate applies
Frequently Asked Questions from German Buyers
Does 300V suffice for 240V appliance circuits? Yes. UL 1007 at 300V covers 120V and 240V residential circuits. For 480V three-phase industrial supply or any UL 508A panel handling 480V, specify UL 1015 at 600V. Mixing 1007 and 1015 in the same panel is permitted as long as each conductor is rated for its specific circuit voltage.
What about colour coding for US-bound equipment? US end-customers expect colours per NEC 200.6 (white = neutral, green = ground), while German production defaults to DIN VDE 0100-510 (blue = neutral, green-yellow = PE). Confirm the colour scheme with the US end-customer at quotation stage.
UL Recognition
All UL 1007 wire supplied is produced under active UL Follow-Up Service as a UL Recognized Component — file on record. Each production reel carries the UL Recognized Component mark in accordance with UL Subject 758 marking requirements. Full recognition documentation is available on request.
Related UL Styles
- UL 1015 PVC Wire — 600V / 80–105°C Higher Voltage
- UL 1569 PVC Wire — 300V / 80–105°C Extended AWG Range
- UL 3266 XLPE Wire — 300V / 125°C Thermoset Upgrade
- All AWM Wire Styles
Order Information
CIF Hamburg or Rotterdam, transit 25–30 days. Standard packaging per buyer specification. Quotations returned within 12 hours. Please indicate AWG, conductor type, colour, quantity, and destination in the form below.
