scope:

This standard is applicable to PVC insulated ribbon cable with a pitch of 1.27 mm and with a maximum of 64 conductors suitable for the insulation displacement (ID) method of termination. The cable is regarded as suitable for continuous operation at conductor temperatures from -10°C to 90°C. Alternatively the cable may be used at higher temperatures not exceeding 105°C for periods to be agreed between customer and manufacturer. The object of this standard is to specify requirements and dimensions for flexible, flat, unscreened, PVC insulated cables, with either solid or stranded conductors. The cables are suitable for operation in equipment at voltages up to and including 300 V r.m.s. to earth, or between cores. Cables covered by this standard can be terminated using the ID method of termination and are used for internal wiring in equipment. Whilst the cable is still constrained on the drum for transportation purposes, temperatures down to -55°C can be tolerated. The cable shall have stabilized at a temperature of at least 15°C before handling is undertaken.