scope:

The present document specifies requirements of simplex and duplex cables for use in patchcord applications to be used in single mode optical fibre telecommunication systems. The scope covers the establishment of minimum uniform requirements for the following aspects:

• optical, environmental and mechanical properties;

• test conditions;

• acceptance criteria.

Reliability aspects of cables for use in patchcords are not covered by the present document.

Some users may have additional specific requirements, such as a need to verify performance at lower temperatures. These users should specify connectors conforming to the basic ETSI performance standard, plus additional tests or more severe test conditions.

Test methods are in accordance with relevant parts of IEC series.