FprEN IEC 60794-1-102:2026

Lichtwellenleiterkabel - Teil 1-102: Fachgrundspezifikation - Grundlegende Prüfverfahren für Lichtwellenleiterkabel - Mechanische Prüfverfahren - Abrieb, Verfahren E2

Câbles à fibres optiques - Partie 1-102: Spécification générique - Procédures fondamentales d’essais des câbles optiques - Méthodes d’essais mécaniques - Abrasion, méthode e2

Optični kabli - 1-102. del: Splošna specifikacija - Osnovni preskusni postopki za optične kable - Mehanske preskusne metode - Odpornost, metoda e2

General Information

• Status: Not Published
• Publication Date: 01-Nov-2026
• ICS: 33.180.10 - Fibres and cables
• Technical Committee: CLC/TC 86A - Optical fibres and optical fibre cables
• Current Stage: 5020 - Vote circulated - Formal Approval
• Start Date: 19-Jun-2026
• Due Date: 25-Jul-2025
• Completion Date: 19-Jun-2026
• Ref Project: kSIST FprEN IEC 60794-1-102:2026 - Optical fibre cables - Part 1-102: Generic specification - Basic optical cable test procedures - Mechanical tests methods - Abrasion, Method E2

Relations

• Splited From: EN 60794-1-21:2015 - Optical fibre cables - Part 1-21: Generic specification - Basic optical cable test procedures - Mechanical tests methods
• Effective Date: 09-Sep-2025
• Splited From: EN 60794-1-21:2015/A1:2020 - Optical fibre cables - Part 1-21: Generic specification - Basic optical cable test procedures - Mechanical tests methods
• Effective Date: 09-Sep-2025

Overview

FprEN IEC 60794-1-102:2026 is an international standard developed by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) and adopted by CENELEC (CLC), focusing on the basic optical cable test procedures for optical fibre cables. Part 1-102 specifically addresses mechanical test methods, concentrating on the critical aspect of abrasion resistance using Method E2. The standard ensures the mechanical robustness and durability of optical fibre cable sheaths and their markings, which are vital for long-term reliability in telecommunications and other applications.

Key Topics

• Abrasion Test for Optical Fibre Cables: Standardized methods for determining the resistance of cable sheaths (Method E2A) and cable markings (Method E2B) to abrasion.
• Test Procedures:
  • E2A evaluates the sheath’s ability to resist physical wear and surface damage.
  • E2B examines the durability of cable markings, including text, graphics, and color lines under mechanical abrasion.
• Test Apparatus and Conditions: Specifies the use of abrasion test rigs, steel needles, or wool felt, with controlled forces and cycles to simulate real-world mechanical stress.
• Reporting Requirements: Mandates comprehensive documentation of test samples, methods, cycles, forces applied, and visible outcomes, supporting transparency and repeatability.
• Reference to Related Standards: Builds on IEC 60794-1-2 for general guidance and other parts in the IEC 60794 series for comprehensive optical fibre cable testing.

Applications

FprEN IEC 60794-1-102:2026 has wide-reaching practical value in industries relying on the performance and reliability of optical fibre cables, such as:

• Telecommunications: Ensures that fibre optic cables maintain their sheath integrity and legible markings despite installation, handling, and operational stresses, preventing data loss and signal degradation.
• Data Centers and Enterprise Networks: Supports the longevity of high-density cabling systems where mechanical wear from frequent handling or re-routing is common.
• Utilities and Critical Infrastructure: Provides confidence in fibre optic cables used in power grids, railways, and industrial automation, where cables are exposed to harsh mechanical environments.
• Hybrid Cables: Applicable to cables combining optical fibres and electrical conductors, promoting robust product design across multiple communication technologies.

By standardizing abrasion test methods, manufacturers, installers, and end users are assured of consistent, high-quality fibre cable performance. Adherence reduces the risk of premature sheath failure or loss of vital cable identification, supporting network reliability and maintenance efficiency.

Related Standards

FprEN IEC 60794-1-102:2026 is part of a comprehensive framework for optical fibre cable testing and references several key standards:

• IEC 60794-1-2: General guidance and common test procedures for optical fibre cables.
• IEC 60794 Series: Covers additional mechanical, environmental, and transmission properties relevant to various types of fibre optic cables.
• ISO Terminology Resources: Provides consistent definitions across international standards in the field of fibre optics.

These related standards ensure harmonized cable testing procedures, promote interoperability, and facilitate international trade in optical fibre technology.

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By implementing FprEN IEC 60794-1-102:2026, organizations contribute to improved product quality, minimized maintenance costs, and enhanced network lifespan for optical fibre infrastructure worldwide. This standard is indispensable for cable manufacturers, network designers, and quality assurance professionals seeking best practices in optical cable abrasion resistance.

Standards Content (Sample)

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
oSIST prEN IEC 60794-1-102:2025
01-marec-2025
Optični kabli - 1-102. del: Splošna specifikacija - Osnovni preskusni postopki za
optične kable - Mehanske preskusne metode - Odpornost, metoda e2
Optical fibre cables - Part 1-102: Generic specification - Basic optical cable test
procedures - Mechanical tests methods - Abrasion, method e2
Câbles à fibres optiques - Partie 1-102: Spécification générique - Procédures
fondamentales d’essais des câbles optiques - Méthodes d’essais mécaniques -
Abrasion, méthode e2
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: prEN IEC 60794-1-102:2025
ICS:
33.180.10 (Optična) vlakna in kabli Fibres and cables
oSIST prEN IEC 60794-1-102:2025 en
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

oSIST prEN IEC 60794-1-102:2025

oSIST prEN IEC 60794-1-102:2025
86A/2518/CDV
COMMITTEE DRAFT FOR VOTE (CDV)
PROJECT NUMBER:
IEC 60794-1-102 ED1
DATE OF CIRCULATION: CLOSING DATE FOR VOTING:
2025-01-17 2025-04-11
SUPERSEDES DOCUMENTS:
86A/2479/CD, 86A/2516/CC
IEC SC 86A : FIBRES AND CABLES
SECRETARIAT: SECRETARY:
France Mr Laurent Gasca
OF INTEREST TO THE FOLLOWING COMMITTEES: HORIZONTAL FUNCTION(S):

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TITLE:
Optical fibre cables - Part 1-102: Generic specification - Basic optical cable test procedures -
Mechanical tests methods – Abrasion, Method E2

PROPOSED STABILITY DATE: 2028
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oSIST prEN IEC 60794-1-102:2025
IEC CDV 60794-1-102/Ed1 © IEC 2025 – 2 – 86A/2518/CDV

1 CONTENTS
3 FOREWORD . 3
4 1 Scope . 5
5 2 Normative references . 5
6 3 Terms and definitions . 5
7 4 General requirements . 5
8 5 Method E2: Abrasion . 5
9 5.1 Object . 5
10 5.2 Sample . 5
11 5.3 Standard atmospheric conditions . 5
12 5.4 Method E2A: Abrasion resistance of optical fibre cable sheaths . 6
13 5.4.1 Apparatus . 6
14 5.4.2 Procedure . 6
15 5.4.3 Requirements . 6
16 5.4.4 Details to be specified . 6
17 5.5 Method E2B: Abrasion resistance of optical fibre cable markings . 7
18 5.5.1 Apparatus . 7
19 5.5.2 Procedure . 7
20 5.5.3 Requirements . 8
21 5.5.4 Details to be specified . 8
22 5.6 Details to be reported . 8
24 Figure 1 – Typical test set-up for tests E2A and E2B method 1 . 6
25 Figure 2 – Typical test set-up for test E2B, method 2 . 7
oSIST prEN IEC 60794-1-102:2025
IEC CDV 60794-1-102/Ed1 © IEC 2025 – 3 – 86A/2518/CDV

28 INTERNATIONAL ELECTROTECHNICAL COMMISSION
29 ____________
31 OPTICAL FIBRE CABLES –
33 Part 1-102: Generic specification – Basic optical cable test procedures –
34 Mechanical test methods – Abrasion, Method E2
36 FOREWORD
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