scope:

This specification covers the requirements for radio frequency absorptive component wires and finished cables which function electrically as distributed low-pass filters. Materials and construction details are specified in the detail specification.

Classification

Products in accordance with this specification shall be of the following types, as specified in the detail specification.

Component wire: A single conductor, insulated as specified in the detail specification.

Finished cable: Constructions other than component wire, utilizing a wire or wires with or without shielding, or with or without an outer jacket.

Current Rating

The current rating shall be determined in accordance with AS50881.

Temperature Rating

The maximum conductor temperature of the component wire or finished cable for continuous use shall be as specified in the detail specification.

Voltage Rating

The AS85485 insulation system has been used in aerospace applications using 115 V (phase to neutral), 400 Hz AC, and 28 VDC. Verification of the suitability of this product for use in other electrical system configurations is the responsibility of the user.

Component Wire Designation

Component wire designation shall be as shown in the following example:

Unshielded, Unjacketed, Multi-Component Cable Designation

Unshielded, unjacketed, multi-component cable designations shall be as shown in the following example:

Shielded, Jacketed, Multi-Component Cable Designations

Shielded, jacketed, multi-component cable designations shall be as shown in the following example:

intended Use: