Posted on 12/02/2016 12:43:44 PM PST by Swordmaker
Absolutely. These tests are not random or arbitrary. They ARE REQUIRED for the UL or CE label that is clearly indicated on every consumer product Apple sells (and 99% of every other LEGITIMATE company) that does business internationally. The problem lies that the CE and UL labels are counterfeit as well as the product, as counterfeit companies are inherently not legitimate companies.
Underwriters Laboratories (UL) and CE (European equivalent) are the two watchdog groups that set up safety standards for consumer and industrial products. They publish teams of materials and standards dealing with electrical breakdown, chemical, abrasion, corrosion, voltage levels, and even have a calibrated “finger” for testing fan shields. Many countries require compliance with these standards for import into their country.
Compliance is voluntary as some countries do not require compliance. But the companies I have worked for embraced this from the safety standpoint.
I made the mistake of trying to save some cash, and bought a cheap one. It didn’t catch fire, but it just didn’t work. I think it was counterfeit.
Try reading the original article, Okie. THEY TELL YOU WHO DID THE TESTS, so you don't have to ask dumb questions.
Whst a joke. I can see issues with cables but modern chargers are ubiquitous. Enjoy the punch.
Not to mention spreading FUD.
;-)
Some folks take stuff way too seriously, don’t they?
Disclaimer: Opinions posted on Free Republic are those of the individual posters and do not necessarily represent the opinion of Free Republic or its management. All materials posted herein are protected by copyright law and the exemption for fair use of copyrighted works.