1 Scope

This part of IEC 60794‑1 describes test procedures used to establish uniform requirements for optical fibre cables for the environmental property - underwater cable resistance to hydrostatic pressure.

This document applies to optical fibre cables for use with telecommunication equipment and devices employing similar techniques, and to cables having a combination of both optical fibres and electrical conductors.

See IEC 60794‑1‑2 for a reference guide to test methods of all types and for general requirements.