Xinya Blog / Sep 26, 2026
UL1007 vs UL1015: How to Choose 300 V and 600 V Hook-Up Wire
UL1007 and UL1015 are two of the most common UL 758 AWM hook-up wire styles used in control panels, appliances, electronics and industrial equipment. They look similar, but their voltage and temperature ratings lead to different selection decisions.
Quick comparison
| Item | UL1007 | UL1015 |
|---|---|---|
| Voltage rating | 300 V | 600 V |
| Temperature rating | 80 °C | 105 °C |
| Insulation | PVC | PVC |
| Typical AWG range | 16–28 AWG | 8–26 AWG |
| Common applications | Electronic and control wiring | Power, appliance and industrial wiring |
When UL1007 is the better fit
Choose UL1007 when the circuit operates at 300 V or below and the expected conductor temperature stays within the 80 °C rating. Because UL1007 is often used in smaller electronics and control wiring, it is commonly specified in 16–28 AWG. Confirm the exact stranding, colour and cut length required for your assembly.
View the documented UL1007 300 V 80 °C PVC hook-up wire construction table.
When UL1015 is the better fit
Choose UL1015 when the working voltage is higher, the cable needs a 600 V rating, or the application requires a 105 °C temperature rating. UL1015 is also available in larger conductor sizes, which makes it suitable for power and industrial equipment wiring where a thicker conductor is required.
Review the UL1015 600 V 105 °C PVC hook-up wire specification and AWG range.
Do not select by title alone
A product title or style number is not enough for a final design decision. Check the following details against the drawing or BOM:
- Voltage rating under the applicable standard and test condition.
- Continuous conductor temperature and nearby heat sources.
- AWG or mm², conductor material and stranding.
- Insulation material and wall thickness.
- Colour, marking, cut length, reel or spool format.
- UL file scope and the finished-product approval route.
Certification scope
UL 758 AWM is a component-recognition programme. A recognized AWM style is intended for use inside a listed or recognized end product, not as a stand-alone finished-product listing. Xinya UL 758 AWM recognition is documented under UL File No. E170689; confirm that the exact style appears in the Table of Recognized Styles. See the compliance and certificate downloads for the available file records.
FAQ
Can UL1007 be used at 600 V?
Do not assume so. The UL1007 construction is published as a 300 V style. Use a style with the correct documented voltage rating for the application.
Is UL1015 always larger than UL1007?
No. Their available AWG ranges overlap, but UL1015 offers larger conductor sizes and a higher voltage and temperature rating.
Which one is better for a 105 °C application?
UL1015 has a 105 °C rating. Confirm the exact construction, marking and end-product requirements before ordering.
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