SIST EN 12548:2000

Lead and lead alloys - Lead alloy ingots for electric cable sheathing and for sleeves

This European Standard specifies the designation, chemical composition, sampling and analysis, marking, labelling and other requirements for lead alloys in ingot form which are used for the manufacture of electric cable sheathing and sleeves.

Blei und Bleilegierungen - Bleilegierungen in Blöcken für Kabelmäntel und Muffen

Diese Europäische Norm legt die Bezeichnungen, chemischen Zusammensetzung, Probenentnahme und Analyse sowie Kennzeichnung und Etikettierung und andere Anforderungen an Bleilegierungen in Blöcken fest, die bei der Herstellung von Kabelmänteln und von Muffen verwendet werden.

Plomb et alliages de plomb - Lingots en alliages de plomb pour gaines et manchons de câbles électriques

La présente Norme européenne définit la désignation, la composition chimique, l'échantillonnage et l'analyse, le marquage, l'étiquetage et d'autres exigences applicables aux alliages de plomb sous forme de lingots utilisés pour la fabrication des gaines et manchons pour câbles électriques.

Svinec in svinčeve zlitine - Bloki iz svinčevih zlitin za oplaščenje kablov in za kabelske obojke

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 31-Oct-2000
• ICS: 77.150.60 - Lead, zinc and tin products
• Technical Committee: INEK - Nonferrous metals
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 01-Nov-2000
• Due Date: 01-Nov-2000
• Completion Date: 01-Nov-2000
• Ref Project: EN 12548:1999 - Lead and lead alloys - Lead alloy ingots for electric cable sheathing and for sleeves

Overview

EN 12548:1999 is a European standard (CEN) that defines requirements for lead alloy ingots intended specifically for the manufacture of electric cable sheathing and sleeves. The standard sets out how these ingots are designated, what their chemical composition must be, and the procedures for sampling and analysis, marking, labelling and other production and quality requirements. EN 12548:1999 helps ensure material consistency, traceability and fitness for use in cable manufacturing.

Key topics and technical requirements

The standard covers the following main technical areas:

• Designation of lead and lead alloy ingots to ensure clear identification of grade and intended use.
• Chemical composition requirements specifying alloying elements and acceptable composition ranges for ingots used in cable sheathing and sleeves (as applicable to the specified alloy grades).
• Sampling and analysis procedures to determine compliance with composition and quality requirements, enabling reliable testing and acceptance.
• Marking and labelling rules for ingots to support traceability, including required product information on each ingot or package.
• Additional requirements such as packaging, documentation and any acceptance criteria or quality records needed to demonstrate conformity.
• Quality control and conformity practices to allow manufacturers, suppliers and purchasers to verify that ingots meet the standard.

Note: EN 12548:1999 specifies material and testing requirements for ingot form; it does not substitute for local health, safety or environmental regulations governing lead handling and disposal.

Applications and who uses this standard

EN 12548:1999 is practical for organizations and professionals involved in the production, procurement and testing of materials for electrical cable production:

• Cable manufacturers selecting lead alloy ingots for sheathing and joint sleeves to ensure consistent material properties.
• Metal alloy producers and foundries that cast and supply lead alloy ingots intended for cable industry use.
• Quality control and testing laboratories conducting sampling and chemical analysis to verify compliance.
• Purchasing and specification engineers who prepare procurement documents and material specifications for cable components.
• Standards and compliance officers ensuring products meet European material standards.

Related standards

EN 12548:1999 is part of the broader body of European standards for metals and cable materials. Users should also consult applicable standards and regulations for cable construction, material testing methods and local environmental and occupational safety requirements when specifying lead alloy ingots.

Keywords: EN 12548:1999, lead alloy ingots, electric cable sheathing, lead alloys, sampling and analysis, chemical composition, marking and labelling.

Standards Content (Sample)

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