Section 111.60-13 - Flexible electric cord and cables(a)Construction and testing. Each flexible cord and cable must meet the requirements in Sections 4.4.2. and 4.4.6 of IEEE 45.8-2016, Article 400 of NFPA 70, ANSI/NEMA WC-70, or ANSI/UL 62 (all incorporated by reference; see § 110.10-1 of this subchapter).(b)Application. No flexible cord may be used except: (1) As allowed under Sections 400.10 and 400.12 of NFPA 70; and(2) In accordance with Table 400.4 in NFPA 70.(c)Allowable current-carrying capacity. No flexible cord may carry more current than allowed under Table 400.5 in NFPA 70, or ANSI/NEMA WC-70.(d)Conductor size. Each flexible cord must be 18 AWG (0.82 mm2) or larger.(e)Splices. Each flexible cord and cable must be without splices or taps except for a cord or cable 12 AWG (3.3 mm2) or larger spliced for repairs in accordance with § 111.60-19 .(f)Pull at joints and terminals. Each flexible cord and cable must be connected to a device or fitting by a knot, tape, or special fitting so that tension is not transmitted to joints or terminal screws.CGD 74-125A, 47 FR 15236, Apr. 8, 1982, as amended by CGD 94-108, 61 FR 28281, June 4, 1996; USCG-2003-16630, 73 FR 65198 , Oct. 31, 2008