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
This section of BS 7870 specifies requirements for the construction, dimensions and mechanical and electrical properties of split concentric cables having a rated voltage of 0.6/1(1.2)kV.
NOTE The concentric layer comprises bare copper wires (earth continuity conductor) and copper wires covered with black polymeric compound (neutral conductor).
It specifies requirements for the following types of cable;
This section of BS 7870 is applicable to cables that are designed for a maximum continuous conductor operating temperature of 70°C and for a maximum short circuit conductor temperature of 160°C.
| SDO | BSI: British Standards Institution |
| Document Number | 7870-3.20 |
| Publication Date | Feb. 5, 2004 |
| Language | en - English |
| Page Count | 14 |
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| Supercedes | |
| Committee | GEL/20/16 |