EN 50268-1:1999

Common test methods for cables under fire conditions - Measurement of smoke density of cables burning under defined conditions - Part 1: Apparatus EN 50268-1:1999

Publication date:   Feb 2, 2003

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CENELEC

CLC/TC 20 Electric cables

European Norm

13.220.40   Ignitability and burning behaviour of materials and products | 29.060.20   Cables

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EN 50268 specifies a method of test for measurement of smoke density of cables burning under defined conditions. It is suitable for electric insulated conductor or cable, or optical cables. This Part 1 details the apparatus. The procedure, together with an Informative Annex of recommended requirements for compliance, is given in Part 2. NOTE: Experience has shown that the test protocol is not suitable for some cables that exceed 70 mm overall diameter. In such cases the manufacturer should be consulted

Related legislation

Legislation related to this standard

2006/95/EC

Directive 2006/95/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 12 December 2006 on the harmonisation of the laws of Member States relating to electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits (codified version)

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HD 606.1 S1:1992

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EN 50268-1:1999
99.60 Withdrawal effective
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EN 61034-1:2005