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BS 7889:1997

Superseded

Superseded

A superseded Standard is one, which is fully replaced by another Standard, which is a new edition of the same Standard.

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Electric cables. Thermosetting insulated, unarmoured cables for a voltage of 600/1000 V

Available format(s)

Hardcopy , PDF

Language(s)

English

Published date

29-04-2005

Superseded date

31-10-2012

Superseded by

BS 7889:2012

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Committees responsible
Foreword
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
4 Voltage designation
5 Conductors
6 Insulation
7 Identification of cores
8 Oversheath
9 Cable marking
10 End sealing
11 Schedule of tests
12 Test conditions
13 Routine tests
14 Sample tests
15 Type tests
Annex A (informative) Recommendations for the selection and
        operation of cables
Annex B (informative) Recommendations for the installation of
        cables
Annex C (informative) Information to be provided with enquiry
        or order
Annex D (normative) Measurement of thickness
Annex E (normative) Voltage test on completed cables
Annex F (normative) Compatibility test
Annex G (informative) Notes on type tests
Annex H (informative) Guide to use
Bibliography

Construction and methods of test for unarmoured, single-core thermosetting insulated cables of rated voltage 600/1000 V; for use in fixed installations in industrial areas, buildings and similar applications, but not for direct burial in the ground.

Committee
GEL/20/17
DevelopmentNote
Supersedes 96/202306 DC & 02/208358 DC (02/2004) Reviewed and confirmed by BSI, October 2005. (09/2005)
DocumentType
Standard
Pages
20
PublisherName
British Standards Institution
Status
Superseded
SupersededBy

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BS 7671:1992 REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS
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