4 FAQs about Standards for outdoor power supplies

What are the labeling requirements for external power supplies?

Labeling requirements will be mandated to meet the same International Eficiency Marking Protocol for External Power Supplies Version 3.0 as the previous Level V standard. Globally, it is expected that other nations will soon follow suit with the DoE Level VI standard.

What is the regulatory environment surrounding external power supply eficiency and no-load power draw?

The global regulatory environment surrounding the legislation of external power supply eficiency and no-load power draw has rapidly evolved over the past decade since the California Energy Commission (CEC) implemented the first mandatory standard in 2004.

When will external power supplies become law?

Although there is not an oficial timeline for these voluntary standards becoming law, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) who design external power supplies into their products would best be served to future-proof their designs to the latest regulations to ensure that they are in compliance in each region where their product is sold.

Do manufacturers have to comply with energy conservation standards?

Manufacturers have been required to comply with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) energy conservation standards for external power supplies since 2007.

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