M/443 - Cables
Mandate to CEN and CENELEC concerning the execution of standardisation work for harmonized standards on power, control and communication cables related to the following end uses: 24/33: Supply of electricity, 26/33: Communications, 28/33: Fire detection and alarm
Mandate M/443 requests CEN and CENELEC to carry out standardisation work for harmonized standards on power, control, and communication cables. The standards focus on cables related to three specific end uses: supply of electricity (24/33), communications (26/33), and fire detection and alarm systems (28/33). The mandate aims to support the development of consistent technical specifications to ensure safety, interoperability, and performance across the European market for these cable types within the specified applications.
Purpose
The mandate M/443 directs CEN (European Committee for Standardization) and CENELEC (European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization) to carry out standardisation work. The focus is on developing harmonized standards for power, control, and communication cables. These cables are intended for specific end uses involving electricity supply, communications, as well as fire detection and alarm systems.
Standardisation request
CEN and CENELEC are requested to produce harmonized European standards that cover the technical specifications, safety, performance, and interoperability requirements of cables used in the following sectors:
- Supply of electricity (category 24/33)
- Communications (category 26/33)
- Fire detection and alarm systems (category 28/33)
The harmonisation aims to support the internal market by ensuring a common technical framework applicable EU-wide.
Expected deliverables
The mandate anticipates the development and publication of harmonized standards for power, control, and communication cables related to the designated end uses. These standards will provide manufacturers, suppliers, and users with clear, commonly accepted technical criteria. Deliverables include:
- Specifications on cable construction, materials, and performance
- Safety requirements particular to electricity supply and fire alarm systems
- Guidelines for communication cable standards ensuring compatibility and reliability
- Documentation enabling compliance with relevant EU legislation and directives
Context
This mandate supports the harmonization of cable standards across the European Union to facilitate trade, safety, and quality assurance in critical infrastructure sectors. By aligning these standards, the European Commission aims to enhance the reliability of power distribution, the effectiveness of communication networks, and the safety of fire detection and alarm systems. The work contributes to the broader regulatory framework on electrical equipment and infrastructure within the EU.
This mandate covers the development of harmonized standards for power, control, and communication cables used in the supply of electricity, communications, and fire detection and alarm systems.
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A European Standardization Mandate is a formal request from the European Commission to the European Standardization Organizations (CEN, CENELEC, and ETSI) to develop European standards (ENs) in support of EU legislation and policies. Mandates are issued under Regulation (EU) No 1025/2012 and help ensure that products and services meet the essential requirements set out in EU directives and regulations.
M/443 is a European Standardization Mandate titled "Mandate to CEN and CENELEC concerning the execution of standardisation work for harmonized standards on power, control and communication cables related to the following end uses: 24/33: Supply of electricity, 26/33: Communications, 28/33: Fire detection and alarm". Mandate to CEN and CENELEC concerning the execution of standardisation work for harmonized standards on power, control and communication cables related to the following end uses: 24/33: Supply of electricity, 26/33: Communications, 28/33: Fire detection and alarm There are 0 standards developed under this mandate.
Standards developed in response to a mandate and cited in the Official Journal of the European Union become "harmonized standards". Products manufactured in compliance with harmonized standards benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation, facilitating CE marking and market access across the European Economic Area.