scope:

General

This document applies to solid and stranded conductor cables for fixed installations having a rated voltage U₀/U of 0,6/1,0 kV and gives the requirements and dimensions for single- and multi-conductor flame retardant cables with XLPE insulation and a PVC sheath.

The cables are mainly intended for use in power generating plants, sub-stations and other sensitive environments. All cables have specific fire performance requirements. Cables designed to be installed within the containment area of nuclear power plants (LOCA cables), or cables specifically designed to be radiation resistant are not included in this document.

Armoured cables are intended for cables in the ground and as protection in certain environments above the ground.

Control cables having a conductor size of 1,5 mm² or 2,5 mm² up to 61 cores are included in addition to the range of power supply cables.

Part 1 specifies the general requirements applicable to these cables; additional or deviating requirements are given in Part 2 of this document.

Test methods are specified in Clause 2.3.

The particular types of cables are specified in Part 2.

Object

The objects of this document are:

- to standardize cables that are safe and reliable when properly used, in relation to the technical;

- to state the characteristics and manufacturing requirements directly or indirectly bearing on safety.