BS 8434-1:2003

This document specifies a method of test to be used for small unprotected cables where, in addition to the requirements of BS EN 50200, a means of applying a water spray to the cable during the test is required. Compliance with the requirements of BS 5839-1:2002, 26.2d) may be demonstrated using this method.

Contents include:

• Terms and definitions
• Duration of survival
• Test environment
• Test apparatus
• Verification procedure for source of heat
• Test sample
• Cable test procedure
• Test report.