IEC/TC 46 - IEC_TC_46

IEC 62037-8:2022 defines a radiated passive intermodulation (PIM) test to determine PIM levels generated by a device or object when it is exposed to RF radiation. This test can be conducted on any material or object and is not limited to devices designed to propagate RF signals. This test can be conducted as either a near field or far field test as defined by the test specification in an outdoor test site or in an anechoic test chamber.

IEC 62037-7:2022 defines test methods for reverse measurement of passive intermodulation (PIM) in systems of RF components deployed in the field. Field PIM measurements can be conducted on RF systems terminated into low PIM loads or on antenna feed systems that broadcast the test signals into the environment.

This standard describes the measurement of screening attenuation by the reverberation chamber measurement method, also called mode stirred chamber method. This standard is applicable to screening attenuation measurements of cable assemblies, cables, connectors, and passive microwave components, such as waveguides, phase shifters, diplexers/multiplexers, power dividers/combiners and etc. Modern electronic equipments have shown a demand for methods for testing screening attenuation performance of microwave components over their whole frequency range. Convenient measurement methods have existed for lower frequencies and components of regular shape. These measurement methods are described in IEC 62153 series standards. For much higher frequencies and for components of irregular shape, the reverberation chamber method should be used. Theoretically, the reverberation chamber method has no upper limit of the measurement frequency, but it is limited by the quality and sensitivity of the measurement system, and the lower limit of the measurement frequency is restricted by the size of the reverberation chamber.

This part of IEC 62037 defines the test fixtures and procedures recommended for measuring levels of passive intermodulation generated by antennas, typically used in wireless communication systems. The purpose is to define qualification and acceptance test methods for antennas for use in low intermodulation (low IM) applications.

This part of IEC 62037 deals with the general requirements and measuring methods for intermodulation (IM) level measurement of passive RF and microwave components, which can be caused by the presence of two or more transmitting signals. The test procedures given in this document give the general requirements and measurement methods required to characterize the level of unwanted IM signals using two transmitting signals. The IEC 62037 series addresses the measurement of PIM, but does not cover the long-term reliability of a product with reference to its performance.

This part of IEC 62037 defines the impact test on coaxial connectors to evaluate their robustness against weak connections and particles inside the connector, as independently as possible from the effects of cable PIM (passive intermodulation). For other connectors (e.g. panel mounted connectors), the cable can be replaced by an adequate transmission-line (e.g. airline, stripline). In order to evaluate the effects of mechanical stresses on the connectors, a series of impacts is applied to the connectors while measuring the PIM.

This part of IEC 62037 defines test fixtures and procedures recommended for measuring levels of passive intermodulation generated by filters, typically used in wireless communication systems. The purpose is to define qualification and acceptance test methods for filters for use in low intermodulation (low IM) applications.

This part of IEC 62037 defines a procedure to measure levels of passive intermodulation generated by a coaxial cable assembly. This test method is applicable to jumper cables, i.e. cable assemblies intended to provide interface flexibility between rigid devices. It is also used to evaluate cable assemblies that are subjected to motion in operation.

This part of IEC 62153 specifies a method to extrapolate the test results of transfer impedance to higher frequencies and the test results of screening attenuation to lower frequencies when measured with the triaxial set-up in accordance with IEC 62153-4-3, IEC 62153‑4‑4 [1]1 and IEC 62153-4-15. This method is applicable for homogenous screens, i.e. screens having a transfer impedance directly proportional to length. The transfer impedance can have any frequency behaviour, i.e. it could have a behaviour where it does not increase with 20 dB per decade as observed for screens made of a foil and a braid.

The absorbing clamp method is suitable to determine the screening- or the coupling attenuation of metallic communication cables in the frequency range of 30 MHz to 2400 MHz, depending on the performance of the clamp. It is an alternative method to the the triaxial method of IEC 62153-4-4 or IEC 62153-4-9. Due to the undefined outer circuit of this absorbing clamp method, the test results obtained at different places and laboratories could vary by at least ± 6dB.

IEC 62153-4-15:2021 is available as IEC 62153-4-15:2021 RLV which contains the International Standard and its Redline version, showing all changes of the technical content compared to the previous edition.IEC 62153-4-15:2021 specifies the procedures for measuring with triaxial cell the transfer impedance, screening attenuation or the coupling attenuation of connectors, cable assemblies and components, for example accessories for analogue and digital transmission systems, and equipment for communication networks and cabling. This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition published in 2015.This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous edition: a) measurement of coupling attenuation of balanced connectors, assemblies and components with balun and balunless added; b) application of a test adapter was added; c) application of a moveable shorting plane; d) application of the triaxial "absorber" cell; e) correction of test results in the case that the receiver input impedance R is higher than the characteristic impedance of the outer circuit Z2.

This part of IEC 62153 deals with the triaxial tube in tube method. This triaxial method is suitable to determine the surface transfer impedance and/or screening attenuation and coupling attenuation of mated screened connectors (including the connection between cable and connector) and cable assemblies. This method could also be extended to determine the transfer impedance, coupling or screening attenuation of balanced or multipin connectors and multicore cable assemblies. For the measurement of transfer impedance and screening- or coupling attenuation, only one test set-up is needed.

IEC 62153-4-7:2015(E) describes a triaxial method, suitable to determine the surface transfer impedance and/or screening attenuation and coupling attenuation of mated screened connectors (including the connection between cable and connector) and cable assemblies. This method could also be extended to determine the transfer impedance, coupling or screening attenuation of balanced or multipin connectors and multicore cable assemblies. For the measurement of transfer impedance and screening- or coupling attenuation, only one test set-up is needed. This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous edition: The document is revised and updated. The changes of the revised IEC 62153-4-3:2013, and IEC 62153-4-4:2015, are included. Measurements can be achieved now with mismatch at the generator site, impedance matching devices are not necessary.

This European Standard gives specific requirements for PP compounds to be used for multi-element metallic data cables for indoor application. Type 1 is typically a copolymer with better low temperature properties. Type 2 is typically a homopolymer with superior hardness giving better crush resistance. Using compound and type test data as outlined in this standard, the compound supplier will have sufficient data to demonstrate compliance and warrant that the material is suitable for the specified application.

This European Standard gives specific requirements for PE compounds to be used for the insulation of telephone wire for external plant. Using raw material and type test data as outlined in this standard, the raw material supplier will have sufficient data to demonstrate compliance and warrant that the material is suitable for the specified application.

This Part 2-37 of EN 50290 gives specific requirements for PE compounds to be used for the insulation of coaxial cables. It is to be read in conjunction with EN 50290-2-20, EN 50117 and other applicable product standards. Using raw material and type test data as outlined in this standard, the raw material supplier will have sufficient data to demonstrate compliance and warrant that the material is suitable for the specified application.

IEC 62037-5:2013(E) defines test fixtures and procedures recommended for measuring levels of passive intermodulation generated by filters, typically used in wireless communication systems. The purpose is to define qualification and acceptance test methods for filters for use in low intermodulation (low IM) applications.

IEC 62037-6:2013(E) defines test fixtures and procedures recommended for measuring levels of passive intermodulation generated by antennas, typically used in wireless communication systems. The purpose is to define qualification and acceptance test methods for antennas for use in low intermodulation (low IM) applications.

IEC 62037-2:2012(E) defines a procedure to measure levels of passive intermodulation generated by a coaxial cable assembly. This test method is applicable to jumper cables, i.e. cable assemblies intended to provide interface flexibility between rigid devices.

IEC 62037-4:2012(E) is part of the IEC 62037 series, and defines test fixtures and procedures recommended for measuring levels of passive intermodulation generated by coaxial cables. Two dynamic test methods and a static test method are defined.

IEC 62037-3:2012(E) is part of the IEC 62037 series, and defines the impact test on coaxial connectors to evaluate their robustness against weak connections and particles inside the connector as independently as possible from the effects of cable PIM (passive intermodulation).

IEC 62037-1:2012(E) is applicable to the general requirements and measuring methods for intermodulation (IM) level measurement of passive RF and microwave components, which can be caused by the presence of two or more transmitting signals. This first edition of IEC 62037-1 replaces IEC 62037, published in 1999. It constitutes a technical revision. This standard is part of the IEC 62037 series which addresses the measurement of PIM, but does not cover the long term reliability of a product with reference to its performance. This standard is to be used in conjunction with other appropriate part(s) of IEC 62037.

IEC 61935-2:2010 provides methods to ensure compatibility of balanced cords to be used in cabling according to ISO/IEC 11801 and provides test methods and associated requirements to demonstrate the performance and reliability of these balanced cords during their operational lifetime. This International Standard may also be used for providing test methods for assessing the behaviour of other balanced cords. This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition published in 2005. It differs from the second edition in that it covers category 6A to category 7A cords as defined in ISO/IEC 11801.

IEC 60966-2-3:2009(E) is a detail specification that applies to flexible coaxial cables described in IEC 60096-2. It relates to flexible coaxial cable assemblies using BNC connectors. This detail specification gives subfamily requirements and severities which shall be applied . This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition published in 2003. It constitutes a technical revision. The major change with respect to the second edition is the reference to IEC 61169-8 instead of IEC 60169-8. This detail specification is to be read in conjunction with IE C 60966-1:1999, IE C 60966-2-1:2008 and IE C 60966-2-2:2003.

IEC 60966-2-1:2008(E) is a sectional specification that relates to flexible coaxial cable assemblies operating in the transverse electromagnetic mode (TEM). It establishes uniform requirements for testing the electrical, mechanical and climatic properties of flexible cable assemblies composed of flexible coaxial cables and coaxial connectors. The major change with respect to the second edition is a better definition of the tests to be performed.

IEC 60966-3:2008(E) is a sectional specification that relates to semi-flexible coaxial cable assemblies operating in the transverse electromagnetic mode (TEM). It establishes uniform requirements for testing the electrical, mechanical and climatic properties of flexible cable assemblies composed of flexible coaxial cables and coaxial connectors. The major change with respect to the second edition is a better definition of the tests to be performed.

This European Standard specifies the constructional details and performance requirements for cables for installation in indoor residential cabling systems characterized up to 1 200 MHz. Cables in this European Standard are based on the common design rules specified in EN 50290 2 1 and are specifically intended for supporting ICT and BCT applications (telephone, computer and TV services) as specified in EN 50173-4. The cables covered in this European Standard are intended to operate with voltages and currents normally encountered in communication systems. These cables are not intended to be used in conjunction with low impedance sources, for example, the electrical power supply of public utility mains. Cables covered in this European Standard may however be subjected to voltages of not more than 300 V a.c or 450 V d.c and comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive. The maximum current rating per conductor is 3 A/mm² unless otherwise specified in the relevant detail specification.

This European Standard specifies the constructional details and performances requirements for cables for indoor residential cabling systems characterized up to 100 MHz. Cables in this European Standard are based on the common design rules specified in EN 50290 2 1 and are specifically intended for supporting ICT and BCT applications (telephone, computer and TV services) as specified in EN 50173-4. The cables covered in this European Standard 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 supply of public utility mains. Cables covered in this European Standard may however be subjected to voltages of not more than 300 V a.c. or 450 V d.c. and comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive. The maximum current rating per conductor is 3 A/mm² unless otherwise specified in the relevant detail specification.

This European Standard specifies the constructional details and performance requirements for cables for indoor Residential Cabling Systems characterized up to 100 MHz. Cables in this European Standard are based on the common design rules specified in EN 50290 2 1 and are specifically intended for supporting ICT and BCT applications (telephone, computer and TV services) as specified in EN 50173-4. The cables covered in this European Standard are intended to operate with voltages and currents normally encountered in communication systems. These cables are not intended to be used in conjunction with low impedance sources, for example, the electrical power supply of public utility mains. Cables covered in this European Standard may however be subjected to voltages of not more than 300 V a.c. or 450 V d.c and comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive. The maximum current rating per conductor is 3 A/mm² unless otherwise specified in the relevant detail specification.

IEC 60966-3-1:2009(E) is a blank detail specification that relates to semi-flexible coaxial cable assemblies operating in the transverse electromagnetic mode (TEM). The creation of a uniform layout and style of a detail specification is determined by the use of a blank detail specification pro forma. The detail specification may be prepared by the insertion of data into the pro forma by a national standards organization, by an approved manufacturer or by a user (when prepared by a user, the detail specification shall be submitted to the national authorized institution by an approved manufacturer). This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition published in 2003 and constitutes a technical revision. The major change with respect to the first edition is the reference to the third edition of the sectional specification. This blank detail specification is to be read in conjunction with IE C 60966-1:1999 and IEC 60966-3:2008.

IEC 61935-2-20:2008(E) describes work area cord for class D applications, as defined in ISO/IEC 11801 as well as in the ISO/IEC 24702. It determines the layout and style for detail specifications describing cords with transmission characteristics up to 100 MHz for digital communications. Detail specifications, based on this blank detail specification, may be prepared by a national organization, a manufacturer, or a user. It cancels and replaces the ISO/IEC PAS 61935-2-20 published in 2007. It constitutes a technical revision.

IEC 61935-3:2008 specifies conformance testing for home cabling. These conformance tests include visual inspection, verification testing and either qualification testing or certification testing. Documentation for the test results are also specified.

This Part 4-4 of EN 50289 details the method of test to determine the ability of a cable used in analogue and digital communication systems to withstand solvents and contaminating fluids. It is to be read in conjunction with Part 4-1 of EN 50289, which contains essential provisions for its application.

This Part 4-5 of EN 50289 details the method of test to determine the stability of transmission performance of a finished cable used in analogue and digital communication systems when submitted to temperature changes which may occur during use, storage or transportation. It is to be read in conjunction with Part 4-1 of EN 50289, which contains essential provisions for its application.

This Part 4-7 of EN 50289 details the method of test to determine the stability of transmission performance of a finished cable used in analogue and digital communication systems when submitted to damp heat steady state which may occur during use. It is to be read in conjunction with Part 4-1 of EN 50289, which contains essential provisions for its application.

2021: CLC legacy converted by DCLab NISOSTS

2021: CLC legacy converted by DCLab NISOSTS

2021: CLC legacy converted by DCLab NISOSTS

This Part 1-12 of EN 50289 details the test methods to determine the inductance characteristics of cables used in analogue and digital communication systems. It is to be read in conjunction with EN 50289 1 1, which contains essential provisions for its application.

This Part 3-10 of EN 50289 details the method of test to determine the ability of a finished cable used in analogue and digital communication systems to withstand mechanical twisting and torsion. The primary purpose of the torsion test is to measure any variation in optical power transmittance of a fibre or electrical performance of a copper cable when the cable is subjected to torsional and twisting forces external to the cable jacket. A secondary purpose is to evaluate the possibility of physical damage that may occur as a result of such stresses. The primary purpose of the twisting test is to determine the change of RL and NEXT caused when the cable assembly is subjected either to bending or twisting. It is to be read in conjunction with EN 50289-3-1, which contains essential provisions for its application.

This European Standard harmonises the standardisation of symmetrical, coaxial and optical cables used for the infrastructure of communication, multimedia and control networks. Most of the cables covered by this European Standard are primarily intended to be used in IT networks. However, they can also be used for other applications with the exception of those which presume a direct connection to the mains electricity supply. EN 50290-2-1 gives the common rules for the design and construction of symmetrical, coaxial and optical cables used for the infrastructure of communication and control networks. It is to be used in conjunction with EN 50290-1-1 and is completed by generic, sectional, family and detail specifications, as appropriate, to describe in a detailed manner each type of cable with its specific characteristics.

This European Standard defines outdoor multi-pair/quad cables for use in high bit rate telecommunication networks with their relative definitions and requirements. It covers radially water blocked cables, with an overall screen, with performances up to 60 MHz, to be used in outdoor networks intended to connect the broadband outside plant to the individual customer premises with a maximum recommended length of connection of 1 km. The electrical, environmental, mechanical and transmission performance characteristics of the cables, related to their reference test methods, are detailed.

This European Standard defines outdoor multi-pair/quad cables for use in high bit rate telecommunication networks with their relative definitions and requirements. It covers radially water blocked cables, with an overall screen, with performances up to 60 MHz, to be used in outdoor networks intended to connect the broadband outside plant to the individual customer premises with a maximum recommended length of connection of 1 km. The electrical, environmental, mechanical and transmission performance characteristics of the cables, related to their reference test methods, are detailed.

This European Standard defines outdoor multi-pair cables for use in high bit rate digital telecommunication networks with their relative definitions and requirements. It covers water tight cables, with an overall screen, for applications up to 10 MHz, to be used in outdoor networks (for example in the subscriber access loop). The electrical, mechanical, transmission performance characteristics of the screened cables, related to their reference test methods, are detailed.

This part 4-12 of EN 50289 concerns small communication cables with a diameter equal or less than 14 mm, mounted on a test scale in bundles in order to obtain a total normal volume of non-metallic material equal to 0,5 l/m of test sample. The application time is 20 min. The tests proposed are for communication cables that require the testing of cables for low density installation. The tests must be stipulated in the cable specifications, where the requirements must also be given.

describes the injection clamp test method which determines the screening attenuation (as) of coaxial cables and the coupling attenuation (ac) of balanced shielded or unshielded data cables in a frequency range from 30 MHz up to 1 000 MHz and in a dynamic range up to 130 dB.

This Part 4-14 of EN 50289 details the method of test to determine the ability of a cable used in analogue and digital communication systems to withstand a surge caused by a lightning strike. It is to be read in conjunction with Part 3-1 of EN 50289, which contains essential provisions for its application.

This Part 3-13 of EN 50289 details the method of test to determine the ability of exposed overhead cables used in analogue and digital communication systems to withstand dynamic stresses similar to those imposed by laminar wind flow induced vibrations in overhead lines. It is to be read in conjunction with Part 3-1 of EN 50289, which contains essential provisions for its application.

This Part 3-15 of EN 50289 details the method of test to determine the ability of an underwater cable used in analogue and digital communication systems to withstand hydrostatic pressure, It is to be read in conjunction with Part 3-1 of EN 50289, which contains essential provisions for its application.