This part of BS 6121 gives recommendations on the selection, installation and inspection of cable glands conforming to BS EN 50262, armour glands conforming to BS 6121‑1, and accessories, for industrial, commercial and domestic use. It is not applicable to glands for use with fibre-optic cables or mineral insulated cables. It is not applicable to glands for installation in explosive atmospheres.

This part of BS 6121 is intended for use by specifiers of electrical installations, by installers and by those responsible for carrying out inspections.