BS EN 50289-1-8:2017

What is BS EN 50289-1-8 – Attenuation of communication cables about?  

BS EN 50289-1-8 is a part of the BS EN 50289 multi-series that discusses communication cables. 

BS EN 50289-1-8 details the test methods to determine the attenuation of finished cables used in analogue and digital communication systems. 

BS EN 50289-1-8 is bound to be read in conjunction with BS EN 50289-1-1, which contains essential provisions for its application. 

Who is BS EN 50289-1-8 – Attenuation of communication cables for? 

BS EN 50289-1-8 on attenuation of communication cables is useful for: 

• Manufacturers of devices with communication systems 
• Cable manufacturers 
• Quality control personnel 
• Testing laboratories 

Why should you use BS EN 50289-1-8 – Attenuation of communication cables?  

Attenuation of electrical currents in finished cables used for communication devices can cause disruption in signal strength and affect the transmitting speed and the quality of transmissions as well.  

BS EN 50289-1-8 provides you with four methods to calculate the attenuation of communication cables. BS EN 50289-1-8 ensures you perform these methods accurately by giving you a detailed account of the test methods apparatus requirements and their step-by-step procedures. BS EN 50289-1-8 also helps you to quantify the test results in understandable terms by providing you with the formulas to express the results. 

Overall, the guidance of BS EN 50289-1-8 enables you to measure the attenuation of communication cables in your analogue and digital communication devices, thereby enhancing their transmission quality.