How Much Does UL 1278 Testing Cost?

Introduction to Heaters

A heater is a device used for heating. Based on different heating media and heating principles, heaters can be categorized into:

- Gas heaters

- Electric heaters

- Boiler heating systems

- Electric wall-mounted boilers

Heaters are widely used in residences, offices, hotels, shopping malls, hospitals, schools, train carriages, mobile heating solutions, and temporary housing, among other residential and public buildings. The primary function of a heater is to convert electrical or chemical energy directly into heat and distribute warmth through radiation, convection, or contact. In most cases, heaters reduce air humidity.

UL 1278 Testing Requirements

Amazon requires UL 1278 test reports for room heaters. The following are the test items and corresponding sections as per UL 1278:

1. Input Power Test (Section 37)

2. Leakage Current Test (Section 38)

3. Normal Temperature Test (Section 39)

4. Alarm Device Durability Test (Section 40)

5. Abnormal Overvoltage Test (Section 41.2)

6. Abnormal Fan Stall Test (Section 41.3)

7. Abnormal Tip-Over Test (Section 41.4)

8. Abnormal Direct-to-Wall Test (Section 41.5)

9. Abnormal Cloth Covering Test (Section 41.6)

10. Abnormal Cloth Strip Covering Test (Section 41.7)

11. Abnormal Wall-Mounted Heater Test (Section 41.8)

12. Abnormal Special Ambient Temperature Test (Section 41.9)

13. Abnormal Remote-Controlled Motor Stall Test (Section 41.10)

14. Abnormal Impedance-Protected Motor Stall Test (Section 41.11)

15. Abnormal Heating Element Short-Circuiting Motor Test (Section 41.12)

16. Durability Test (Section 42)

17. Short Circuit Test (Section 43)

18. Transformer Overload Test (Section 44)

19. Transformer Burnout Test (Section 45)

20. Abnormal Component Test (Section 46)

21. Dielectric Strength Test (Section 47)

22. Insulation Resistance Test (Section 48)

23. Rain Test (Section 49)

24. Stability Test (Section 50)

25. Impact Test on Heating Element Support Structure (Section 51)

26. Drop Test (Section 52)

27. Label Test on Power Cord (Section 53)

28. Protection Against Human Injury Test (Section 54)

29. Knob Fastness Test (Section 55)

30. Adjustment Device Strength Test (Section 56)

31. Static Pressure Test (Section 57)

32. Power Cord Clamp Pull Test (Section 58)

33. Nameplate Test (Section 59)

UL 1278 Testing Process

1. The client pays the testing fee and provides proof of payment.

2. The client submits one sample to the laboratory for testing.

3. The laboratory completes the test within the target delivery period and provides a draft test report for client review.

4. The client reviews and confirms the draft test report, after which the laboratory issues the final test report.

5. After testing, the client can choose to:

- Have the sample returned (shipping costs apply)

- Request the laboratory to dispose of the sample

UL 1278 Testing Cost

JJR Laboratory provides UL 1278 testing services, which is the standard for heating devices.

- Testing Cost: $690 per product

- Testing Time: 7 working days

- Required Sample: 1 unit

For further details on UL 1278 testing, it is recommended to contact the relevant laboratory for specific pricing and service information.