1.1 These requirements cover fixed and stationary power converters, and accessories having a nominal
rating of 600 V or less, direct and alternating current. These converters are intended for use within electric
vehicle land vehicles where not directly exposed to outdoor conditions, and are intended to be employed
in accordance with the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70.
1.2 These requirements also cover fixed, stationary and portable power inverters having a dc input and
a 120 or 240 V ac output. These inverters are intended for use within electric vehicle land vehicles where
not directly exposed to outdoor conditions, and are intended to be employed in accordance with the
National Electrical Code, NFPA 70.
1.3 These requirements also cover converters/inverters that are additionally intended to charge batteries.
1.4 This outline does not cover fixed and stationary power converters, power-converter systems, and
accessories intended for use within land vehicles which are not electric vehicles. Fixed and stationary
power converters, power-converter systems, and power inverters and power-inverter systems accessories
intended for use within land vehicles other than electric vehicle land vehicles are covered under the
Standard for Power Converters/Inverters and Power Converter/Inverter Systems for Land Vehicles and
Marine Crafts, UL 458.