iPad: Battery safety certifications

Summary

Learn about battery safety certifications for iPad.

Products Affected

iPad

iPad features an advanced lithium polymer battery that provides up to ten hours of use*. In addition to providing hours of use, the iPad battery has been designed to meet international safety certification standards. All iPad batteries are tested, certified, and in compliance with the standards listed below. These standards meet the safety and testing criteria set forth in the FAA Advisory Circular AC 120-76B regarding the airworthiness and use of portable electronic flight bags.

  • United Nations (UN) Transport Regulations UN38.3: Covers battery safety during air transport.
  • Underwriters Laboratory (UL) 2054: Covers safety of lithium ion batteries in general use; UL 60950-1 covers the use of batteries in information technology equipment.

* Battery life varies by use and configuration. See www.apple.com/batteries for more information.

Not helpful Somewhat helpful Helpful Very helpful Solved my problem
Ask other users about this article
in Apple Support Communities
See all questions on this article See all questions I have asked