BS 7870-3.21:2001
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LV and MV polymeric insulated cables for use by distribution and generation utilities. Specification for distribution cables of rated voltage 0.6/1 kV XLPE insulated split concentric cables with copper or aluminium conductors
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13-02-2019
English
04-02-2004
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Foreword
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Voltage designation
4 Phase conductors
5 Insulation
6 Assembly of cores
7 Bedding for 3-phase cables
8 Concentric layer
9 Binders
10 Oversheath
11 Marking
12 End sealing
13 Dimensions
14 Tests
15 Routine tests
16 Sample tests
17 Type tests
Bibliography
Provides requirements for the construction, dimensions and mechanical and electrical properties of split concentric service cables having a rated voltage of 0.6/1 (1.2) kV. It is applicable to cables that are designed for a maximum continues conductor operating temperature of 90 degree C and for a maximum short circuit conductor temperature of 250 degree C.
| Committee |
GEL/20/16
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| DevelopmentNote |
To be read in conjunction with BS 7870-1(1996) & BS 7870-2(1999) Supersedes 99/244661 DC & 02/209790 DC (02/2004)
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| DocumentType |
Standard
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| Pages |
16
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| PublisherName |
British Standards Institution
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| Status |
Withdrawn
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| SupersededBy | |
| Supersedes |
| 11/30214065 DC : 0 | BS 7870-3.22 - LV AND MV POLYMERIC INSULATED CABLES FOR USE BY DISTRIBUTION AND GENERATION UTILITIES - PART 3: SPECIFICATION FOR DISTRIBUTION CABLES OF RATED VOLTAGE 0.6/1 KV - SECTION 3.22: XLPE INSULATED SPLIT CONCENTRIC CABLES WITH COPPER OR ALUMINIUM CONDUCTORS, HAVING LOW EMISSION OF SMOKE AND CORROSIVE GASES WHEN AFFECTED BY FIRE |
| BS 7870-3.20:2001 | LV and MV polymeric insulated cables for use by distribution and generation utilities. Specification for distribution cables of rated voltage 0.6/1 kV PVC insulated split concentric cables with copper or aluminium conductors |
| HD 622 S1:1996/A2:2005 | Power cables having rated voltages from 3,6/6 (7,2) kV up to and including 20,8/36 (42) kV with special fire performance for use in power stations |
| HD 627 S1:1996/A2:2005 | MULTICORE AND MULTIPAIR CABLES FOR INSTALLATION ABOVE AND BELOW GROUND |
| HD 605 S2:2008/corrigendum:2010 | ELECTRIC CABLES - ADDITIONAL TEST METHODS |
| HD 620 : 2010 | DISTRIBUTION CABLES WITH EXTRUDED INSULATION FOR RATED VOLTAGES FROM 3,6/6 (7,2) KV UP TO AND INCLUDING 20,8/36 (42) KV |
| BS 7870-3.20:2001 | LV and MV polymeric insulated cables for use by distribution and generation utilities. Specification for distribution cables of rated voltage 0.6/1 kV PVC insulated split concentric cables with copper or aluminium conductors |
| BS EN 60811-1-1:1995 | Insulating and sheathing materials of electric cables. Common test methods. General application Measurement of thickness and overall dimensions. Tests for determining the mechanical properties - Section 1: Measurement of thickness and overall dimensions - Tests for determining the mechanical properties |
| BS EN 60811-1-3:1995 | Insulating and sheathing materials of electric cables. Common test methods. General application Methods for determining the density. Water absorption tests. Shrinkage test |
| HD 603 S1:1994/A3:2007 | DISTRIBUTION CABLES OF RATED VOLTAGE 0,6/1 KV |
| HD 626 S1:1996/A2:2002 | OVERHEAD DISTRIBUTION CABLES OF RATED VOLTAGE U[O]/U(U[M]): 0,6/1 (1,2) KV |
| HD 308 S2:2001 | Identification of cores in cables and flexible cords |
| BS EN 50265-2-1:1999 | Common test methods for cables under fire conditions. Test for resistance to vertical flame propagation for a single insulated conductor or cable. Procedures 1 kW pre-mixed flame - 1 kW pre-mixed flame |
| BS EN 60811-1-2:1995 | Insulating and sheathing materials of electric cables. Common test methods. General application Thermal ageing methods |
| HD 604 S1:1994/A3:2005 | 0.6/1 KV POWER CABLES WITH SPECIAL FIRE PERFORMANCE FOR USE IN POWER STATIONS |
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