The test method described in this European Standard shows, by the use of accelerated testing, discrete exudation of plasticizer from PVC insulated and sheathed cables. It is for use in circumstances where the manufacturer determines that there may be a specific risk that cannot be assessed only by use of the compatibility test in EN 60811-1-2, 8.1.4. This method is intended as a qualitative test on the completed product and not an individual material test. NOTE 1 Information on the background to use of the test is given in the Introduction. NOTE 2 Although any exudation is most likely to be of plasticizer, other components may also exude and, for the purposes of this standard, are treated equally in this test. NOTE 3 The method has been developed with special reference to PVC/PVC cables. No recommendation is given as to its use with cables based on other insulation and sheathing materials.
Legislation related to this standard
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)
Harmonized/SupportingDirective 2014/35/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 26 February 2014 on the harmonisation of the laws of the Member States relating to the making available on the market of electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits
Harmonized/Supporting
PUBLISHED
EN 50497:2007
90.93
Standard confirmed
Sep 25, 2019