BS EN 50483-5:2009

What is BS EN 50483-5 - Test requirements for low voltage aerial bundled cable about? 

The BS EN 50483 series applies to overhead line fittings for tensioning, supporting and connecting aerial bundled cables (ABC) of rated voltage U0/U (Um): 0,6/1 (1,2) kV. BS EN 50483-5 applies to the connections described in BS EN 50483-4, including branch connectors, Insulation Piercing Connectors (IPC), pre-insulated lugs (terminals) and through pre-insulated connectors (sleeves). 

The objective of BS EN 50483-5 is to provide a method of testing the suitability of connectors when used under normal operating conditions with low voltage aerial bundled cables complying with HD 626. Two classes of connectors are covered by BS EN 50483-5: 

•  Class A: These are connectors intended for electricity distribution or industrial networks in which they can be subjected to short-circuits of relatively high intensity and duration. As a consequence, Class A connectors will be suitable for the majority of applications.
•  Class B: These are connectors for networks in which overloads or short-circuits are rapidly cleared by the operation of protection devices.

Who is BS EN 50483-5 - Test requirements for low voltage aerial bundled cable for? 

BS EN 50483-5 on test requirements for low voltage aerial bundled cable is helpful for: 

• Telecommunication industry 
• Internet service providers 
• Cable TV connection providers 

Why should you use BS EN 50483-5 - Test requirements for low voltage aerial bundled cable? 

Having access to reliable test requirements is essential to manufacture standardized low voltage aerial bundled cable. BS EN 50483-5 provides manufacturers with the characteristics, marking, general test conditions, mechanical tests, along with temperature and type tests requirements, which allows them to manufacture and prepare quality low voltage aerial bundled cable accessories.  

BS EN 50483-5 ensures the users long lasting and effectively functioning aerial bundled cables.