CEC

1. Certification Overview

CEC certification is based on the Appliance Efficiency Regulations implemented by the California Energy Commission on December 30, 2005. The regulations aim to improve electrical product efficiency, conserve energy and reduce emissions and greenhouse effects. Electrical products sold in California must meet the appliance efficiency requirements, which specify efficiency criteria, measurement methods and phased implementation schedules for 58 categories. Products must be tested by qualified laboratories against the applicable US regulations or standards and shown to comply before sale in California.

2. Certification Mark

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3. Certification Standards

4. Test Items

1. Input Current

2. Input Power

3. Output Voltage

4. Output Current

5. Output Power

6. No-Load Voltage

7. Power Factor

8. THD and Other Parameters

5. Required Documents

1. Product Name: Provide the full product name.

2. Product Models: List all models, variants or classification numbers to be tested.

3. Intended Use: For example, homes, offices, factories, coal mines or ships.

4. Component List: List component names, models or classification numbers, ratings and manufacturers. For insulation materials, provide the raw material names.

5. Electrical Performance: For electrical and electronic products, provide schematics or wiring diagrams and electrical performance data.

6. Construction Drawings: Most products require construction or exploded drawings and a bill of materials.

7. Product Photographs, Operating Instructions, Safety Information or Installation Instructions.

6. Certification Process

1. The applicant provides product documents and photographs;

2. Testing standards and items are determined from the documents, and a quotation is issued;

3. Sample testing: Test the product against CEC requirements;

4. Report: The laboratory issues a report after successful testing;

5. CEC registration: Submit documents and data for registration.

7. Certification Timeline & Validity

CEC certification takes 1–2 weeks.

CEC certificate validity depends on the product.

8. Factory Inspection

CEC certification does not require factory inspection.