1.1 These requirements cover test procedures to be used in the evaluation of Class 120(E) or higher electrical insulation systems (EIS) for use in the United States, and Class 130(B) or higher EIS for use in Canada, where the thermal factor is the dominating aging factor. These requirements also cover the investigation of the substitution of non-electrical insulating materials (NIM) components of insulation in a previously evaluated insulation system and also the test procedures to be used in the evaluation of magnet wire coatings, magnet wires, and varnishes.
1.2 These requirements for the evaluation of an EIS do not establish thermal ratings for/or alter established thermal ratings for individual components.
