BS 6883:1999
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Elastomer insulated cables for fixed wiring in ships and on mobile and fixed offshore units. Requirements and test methods
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15-06-1999
Important note : All end users must be registered with an Account prior to user licenses being assigned.Requirements and dimensions for cables suitable for lighting, power, control, instrumentation and propulsion circuits; rated voltage 8.7/15 kV. The standard is complemented by BS 7917.
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GEL/20/6
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| DevelopmentNote |
Supersedes 96/214276 DC and BS 6883(1991). (09/2005) Reviewed and confirmed by BSI, December 2011. (11/2011)
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| DocumentType |
Standard
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| Pages |
70
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| PublisherName |
British Standards Institution
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| Status |
Current
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