IEC/SC 46C - IEC_SC_46C

EN 50288-10-1 is a sectional specification for screened cables, characterised from 1 MHz up to 500 MHz, to be used in horizontal and building backbone wiring for Information Technology generic-cabling systems. This sectional specification contains the electrical, mechanical, transmission and environmental performance characteristics and requirements of the cables when tested in accordance with the referenced test methods. This sectional specification is to be read in conjunction with EN 50288-1 which contains the essential provisions for its application. The cables covered in this sectional specification are intended to operate with voltages and currents normally encountered in communications systems. These cables are not intended to be used in conjunction with low impedance sources, for example the electrical power supplies of public utility mains.

EN 50288-11-1 is a sectional specification for un-screened cables, characterised from 1 MHz up to 500 MHz, to be used in horizontal and building backbone wiring for Information Technology generic-cabling systems. This sectional specification contains the electrical, mechanical, transmission and environmental performance characteristics and requirements of the cables when tested in accordance with the referenced test methods. This sectional specification is to be read in conjunction with EN 50288-1, which contains the essential provisions for its application. The cables covered in this sectional specification are intended to operate with voltages and currents normally encountered in communications systems. These cables are not intended to be used in conjunction with low impedance sources, for example the electrical power supplies of public utility mains.

Is intended to define polyolefin insulated cables for insertion into local outdoor networks.is applicable to polyolefin insulated and moisture barrier polyolefin sheathed telephone cables, filled or unfilled with copper conductors,includes general design details and requirements for dimensions and other constructional details as well as mechanical, electrical and environmental characteristics for all types of low-frequency cables with polyolefin insulation (solid or cellular), filled or unfilled, and moisture barrier polyolefin sheath (with integral suspension strand)

This sectional specification covers multi-element cables suitable for connecting instruments and control systems for analogue or digital signal transmission. They may or may not be screened and optionally may incorporate armouring and/or moisture or environmental protection layers. The cables shall have a mechanically robust construction and electrical transmission handling properties. The electrical, mechanical, transmission and environmental performance characteristics of the cables, related to their reference test methods are detailed. This sectional specification is to be read in conjunction with EN 50288-1, which contains the essential provisions for its application. Cables covered by this specification have maximum rated voltages of 90 V, 300 V and 500 V a.c. These cables shall not be connected directly to mains electricity supply or other low impedance sources. Multi-element cables for use in analogue, digital and control circuits are not designed to be used for power supply. These cables should be installed in accordance with the applicable local and national regulations. Cables intended to have limited circuit integrity in a fire are not covered by this specification, but they are however under consideration for future editions. There may be occasions when cables are required to have higher operating temperature ratings than those provided by using materials specified by the EN 50290 series. Suitable alternative materials are under consideration.

specifies the definitions and test methods, when used in harsh environment, of symmetrical pair and quad cables used in digital communication systems such as ISDN, local area networks and data communication systems. gives guidance concerning the design and testing of these cables.

Applies to thermoplastic insulation for low-frequency cables and wires. Gives the standard colours to be used.

Document urgently required to support the deployment of the 10G Base T structure cabling systems in Europe * D129/072: Under Benchmark 3 - Target date for vote extended until 2008-04-12 * D134/093: Project split in  prEN 50288-10 (see PR=22455) and  prEN 50288-13 (see PR=22456) with target date for vote: 2010-01-31

This European Standard defines 1 to 7 multi-pair cables for use in analogue, digital telecommunication networks and control with their relative definitions and requirements. It covers indoor cables, characterised up to 2 MHz, to be used in Small Office Home Office (SOHO) type 1 cable application. The electrical, mechanical, transmission and environmental performance characteristics of the screened cables, related to their reference test methods, are detailed.

This sectional specification covers unscreened cables, characterised up to 250 MHz, to be used in horizontal floor and building backbone wiring as defined in EN 50173. The electrical, mechanical, transmission and environmental performance characteristics of the unscreened cables, related to their reference test methods, are detailed. This sectional specification is to be read in conjunction with EN 50288-1 which contains the essential provisions for its application.

This sectional specification covers unscreened cables, characterised up to 250 MHz, to be used as work area cables to connect a telecommunications outlet to the terminal equipment and for patch cord cables to establish connections on a patch panel as defined in EN 50173. Work area cables may also be used as patch cord cables in any distributor of a generic building wiring system to interconnect with equipment or to cross-connect between cabling systems. The electrical, mechanical, transmission and environmental performance characteristics of the unscreened cables, related to their reference test methods, are detailed. This sectional specification is to be read in conjunction with EN 50288-1, which contains the essential provisions for its application.

This sectional specification covers screened cables, characterised up to 250 MHz, to be used as work area cables to connect a telecommunications outlet to the terminal equipment and for patch cord cables to establish connections on a patch panel as defined in EN 50173. Work area cables may also be used as patch cord cables in any distributor of a generic building wiring system to interconnect with equipment or to cross-connect between cabling systems. The electrical, mechanical, transmission and environmental performance characteristics of the screened cables, related to their reference test methods, are detailed. This sectional specification is to be read in conjunction with EN 50288-1, which contains the essential provisions for its application.

This sectional specification covers screened cables, characterised up to 600 MHz, to be used in horizontal floor and building backbone wiring as defined in EN 50173. The electrical, mechanical, transmission and environmental performance characteristics of the screened cables, related to their reference test methods, are detailed. This sectional specification is to be read in conjunction with EN 50288-1, which contains the essential provisions for its application.

This sectional specification covers unscreened cables, characterised up to 100 MHz, to be used in horizontal floor and building backbone wiring as defined in EN 50173. The electrical, mechanical, transmission and environmental performance characteristics of the unscreened cables, related to their reference test methods, are detailed. This sectional specification is to be read in conjunction with EN 50288-1 which contains the essential provisions for its application.

This sectional specification covers screened cables, characterised up to 100 MHz, to be used in horizontal floor and building backbone wiring as defined in EN 50173. The electrical, mechanical, transmission and environmental performance characteristics of the screened cables, related to their reference test methods, are detailed. This sectional specification is to be read in conjunction with EN 50288-1, which contains the essential provisions for its application.

Superseded by EN 50288-3-1:2003

Superseded by EN 50288-3-2:2003

Supersedes EN 50167:1994 and EN 50169:1994 * Superseded by EN 50288-2-1:2003

Superseded by EN 50288-4-2:2003

Supersedes HD 608 S1 * Superseded by EN 50288-1:2003

Supersedes EN 50168:1994 * Superseded by EN 50288-2-2:2003

Superseded by EN 50288-4-1:2003

This standard refers to HD 608 S1:1992, Generic specification for symmetrical pair/quad or multicore cables for digital communications. It covers individually screened pair(s) or quad(s) in cables for work area wiring. The cables shall be provided with a common overall screen. These cables are suitable for different communication systems to which reference is made in detail specifications. The cables covered by this specification are intended to operate with voltages and currents normally adopted for communication systems. These cables shall not be connected to low impedance sources, for example, the public mains electricity supply. The cables specified in this standard shall meet the requirements of the Generic Specification. This sectional specification may be supplemented with specific specifications given additional information if required by a particular application (e.g. regarding safety and reliability conditions)

This standard refers to HD 608 S1:1992, Generic specification for symmetrical pair/quad or multicore cables for digital communications. It covers individually screened pair(s) or quad(s) in cables for horizontal floor wiring. In the same cable both screened and unscreened elements may be used. The cables shall be provided with a common overall screen. These cables are suitable for different communication systems to which reference is made in the detail specifications. The cables covered by this specification are intended to operate with voltages and currents normally adopted for communication systems. These cables shall not be connected to low impedance sources, for example, the public mains electricity supply

This standard refers to HD 608 S1:1992, Generic specification for symmetrical pair/quad or multicore cables for digital communications. It covers individually screened or unscreened pair(s) or quad(s) in cables for vertical shafts or vertically between floors (riser backbone cables) or in horizontal between buildings (campus backbone cables). In the same cable both screened and unscreened elements may be used. When installed vertically extra strength requirements may be applicable and are defined in the detail specifications. The cables shall be provided with a common overall screen. These cables are suitable for different communication systems to which reference is made in the detail specifications. The cables covered by this specification are intended to operate with voltages and currents normally adopted for communication systems. These cables shall not be connected to low impedance sources, for example, the public mains electricity supply