scope:

This standard is applicable to distribution wires, p.v.c. insulated and polyamide coated, used inside buildings for: connecting terminals on equipment frames or apparatus to one another or to distribution frames; - interconnection between subscriber's lines and exchange equipment in telegraph or telephone exchanges; - temporary installations, under relatively adverse conditions of use. It is the responsibility of the manufacturer to establish quality assurance by quality control procedures which will ensure that the product will meet the requirements of this standard. It is not intended that a complete testing programme shall be caried out on every length of conductor. When the purchaser wishes to specify acceptance tests or other quality procedures, it is essential that agreement be reached between the purchaser and the manufacturer at the time of ordering.