UL 3271 600V XLPE Motor Lead Wire for Dubai and UAE — Factory Direct
UL 3271 XLPE wire is a cross-linked polyethylene insulated wire rated 90°C and 600V AC under UL AWM Style 3271 — the standard motor lead wire specification for LV induction motors across the UAE industrial and commercial sectors. Unlike UL 3266 which is rated to 125°C for Class F and H motors, UL 3271 at 90°C covers the standard Class B (130°C) and Class F (155°C) motor wiring applications where the motor terminal box ambient temperature at the connection point — rather than the motor winding temperature — is the determining factor, and typically stays within the 90°C rating even in UAE ambient conditions.
Dubai’s industrial zone and Jebel Ali Free Zone host a large base of equipment manufacturers, panel builders, and electrical contractors that source UL-certified motor lead wire directly from Chinese factories CIF Jebel Ali. UL 3271 is the volume motor lead wire specification — broader availability, more competitive pricing, and shorter lead times than the higher-temperature grades — making it the default specification for standard LV motor connections across UAE industrial, HVAC, and commercial applications. CableApex manufactures UL 3271 under File No. E333030 and exports factory-direct to Dubai and across the UAE.
Product Specifications — UL 3271
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| UL AWM style | 3271 |
| Insulation material | Cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) |
| Temperature rating | 90°C continuous |
| Voltage rating | 600V AC |
| Conductor | Solid or stranded copper (tinned or bare) |
| AWG / size range | 30 AWG – 2000 kcmil |
| Min avg insulation thickness (30–10 AWG) | 30 mils (0.76 mm) |
| Min insulation at any point | 27 mils (0.69 mm) |
| Optional semi-conductive layer | Available — see Page 2 for semi-conductive variant |
| Flame rating | Horizontal flame, VW-1 |
| UL file number | E333030 |
| Colour options | Red, black, white, yellow, blue, green, brown, orange, grey, violet |
| Compliance | RoHS, REACH |
Reprinted from Product iQ with permission from UL Solutions. ©2026 UL LLC. File No. E333030, last updated 2025-12-01.
UL 3271 vs UL 3266 — Choosing for UAE Motor Applications
| Property | UL 3271 (this product) | UL 3266 |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature rating | 90°C | 125°C |
| Voltage rating | 600V AC | 600V AC |
| Motor class suitability | Class B motors (standard ambient) | Class F and H motors (high ambient) |
| UAE indoor application | Suitable — air-conditioned motor rooms | Better for outdoor/hot areas |
| Price | More competitive | Slightly higher |
| Best for Dubai/UAE use | Standard industrial motors, HVAC, commercial | Outdoor motors, petrochemical, HVAC in hot areas |
Dubai and UAE Factory Supply
Dubai industrial and JAFZA applications
Dubai Industrial City and Jebel Ali Free Zone host motor manufacturers, pump equipment assemblers, compressor OEMs, and HVAC equipment builders that require UL 3271 motor lead wire for their production lines. Standard LV motors (0.37 kW to 315 kW) assembled or wired in these facilities use UL 3271 for the terminal box connection leads — the wire from the motor terminal block to the first cable joint or conduit entry point outside the motor body.
UAE HVAC and building services
UAE’s massive commercial and hospitality construction programme — driven by Expo City, Dubai Creek Harbour, and Abu Dhabi’s cultural and infrastructure developments — requires large volumes of HVAC equipment with UL-certified motor lead wire. Chiller motors, fan coil unit motors, and AHU drive motors installed in air-conditioned machine rooms specify UL 3271 for standard terminal connections where the motor room ambient temperature is maintained below 40°C by the building’s own cooling system.
Riyadh price comparison — competitive factory supply
Saudi Arabia buyers comparing UL 3271 motor lead wire price per metre from Chinese factories can request CIF Jeddah pricing directly from CableApex — the same factory supplying UAE customers CIF Jebel Ali. Standard transit to Jeddah is 18–22 days. For price comparison, specify AWG, colour, and total metres required.
AWG Reference — Common Motor Lead Sizes
| AWG | Cross-section | OD (mm) | Max resistance (Ω/km) | Current capacity (A) | Motor power range (400V) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 AWG | 2.08 mm² | 4.5 | 8.45 | 17A | Up to 7.5 kW |
| 12 AWG | 3.31 mm² | 5.1 | 5.21 | 23A | Up to 11 kW |
| 10 AWG | 5.26 mm² | 5.8 | 3.28 | 30A | Up to 15 kW |
| 8 AWG | 8.37 mm² | 6.8 | 2.06 | 40A | Up to 22 kW |
| 6 AWG | 13.3 mm² | 8.1 | 1.30 | 55A | Up to 30 kW |
| 4 AWG | 21.2 mm² | 9.6 | 0.820 | 70A | Up to 45 kW |
Key Features
Product
- UL AWM Style 3271, 90°C, 600V AC
- File No. E333030 — UL Follow-Up Service
- XLPE insulation — non-softening cross-linked
- 30 AWG to 2000 kcmil — full range
- VW-1 and horizontal flame rated
- RoHS and REACH compliant
Supply for Dubai and UAE
- Factory-direct from Yangzhou, China
- CIF Jebel Ali — competitive price per metre
- Certificate of Origin + full export docs
- MOQ 500 m per AWG/colour
- Mixed AWG orders in one shipment
- 10–15 working day lead time
Common Applications in Dubai and UAE
LV induction motor terminal connections
Standard motor lead wire for connecting LV induction motor terminal blocks to starters, VFDs, and junction boxes in Dubai industrial, commercial, and infrastructure facilities. UL 3271 covers standard Class B and Class F motor wiring in air-conditioned and moderate-ambient-temperature environments. See also: UL 3266 125°C XLPE wire for high-ambient-temperature outdoor motor applications.
HVAC motor lead connections
Fan coil unit motors, AHU drives, and chiller motor terminal connections in commercial building HVAC systems across Dubai and Abu Dhabi where the motor room is air-conditioned and ambient temperature is controlled within UL 3271’s 90°C rating.
Industrial control panel internal power wiring
Internal power distribution leads inside UL 508A control panels supplied to UAE oil and gas, construction, and infrastructure projects — covering the 600V internal power circuits for motor starters, VFD input feeds, and busbar connections.
Other applications
- Pump motor lead connections in building services
- Conveyor and materials handling motor terminals
- Generator set excitation and control wiring
- Marine and offshore motor connections in UAE ports
Ordering Information
Specify AWG, conductor type (tinned or bare), insulation colour, and quantity. MOQ 500 m per AWG/colour. Mixed AWG orders accepted. UL 3271 compliance documentation and RoHS Declaration supplied. Sample from 10 m.
Request CIF Jebel Ali price per metre. Provide AWG, colour, quantity, and destination port. We respond within 24 hours. Contact us.
Why CableApex for Dubai and UAE
CableApex manufactures UL 3271 XLPE wire under UL Follow-Up Service (File No. E333030) in Yangzhou. 100% online spark testing and continuous diameter monitoring. Direct export to Dubai, 16–20 day transit to Jebel Ali. Factory pricing, complete documentation, Arab League CoO on request. Contact us for a quotation within 24 hours.
