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What is BS 6004:2012+A1:2020 about?

This British Standard give requirements for how to make and test PVC insulated electric cables of rated voltage 300/500 V that are intended for electric power and lighting requirements. BS 6004:2012+A1:2020 is an amendment that updates the specification, mainly by reflecting recent developments in manufacturing techniques.

Who is BS 6004:2012+A1:2020 for?

• Manufacturers of low-voltage energy cables worldwide
• Test and certification bodies
• Electrical cable and equipment stockists and suppliers
• Electrical design engineers

Why should you use BS 6004:2012+A1:2020?

The standard specifies essential constructional parameters, test procedures and performance criteria for a range of widely used, PVC insulated and sheathed energy cables intended for general use for lighting and power circuits, including types suitable for use at low ambient temperatures.

BS 6004:2012+A1:2020 covers electric cables that are:

-      PVC insulated, PVC sheathed cable 300/500 V, single-core 6181Y, flat-twin 6192Y and 3-core 6193Y

-      PVC insulated, PVC sheathed cable with circuit protective conductor, 300/500 V, single-core 6241Y, flat-twin 6242Y and 3-core 6243Y

-      PVC insulated, PVC sheathed cable with or without circuit protective conductor, 300/500 V, single-core 6192Y, 6241Y and flat-twin 6242Y (alternative conductor versions)

-      Ordinary duty low temperature PVC insulated, PVC sheathed flexible cable, 300/500 V, flat-twin 3192A, circular-twin 3182A, 3-core 3183A, 4-core 3184A and 5-core 3185A

The insulation and other components are suitable to permit operation of the cables at a maximum sustained conductor temperature of 70 °C and for a maximum short-circuit conductor temperature of 160 °C (for a maximum period of 5 s).

BS 6004:2012+A1:2020 contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goal 9 on building resilient infrastructure because it underpins the efficacy of widely-used electric cables.

What’s new about BS 6004:2012+A1:2020?

This amendment updates and replaces BS 6004:2012. Inspired by developments in manufacturing techniques, BS 6004:2012+A1:2020 includes important changes to the specification of electrical insulation and sheathing materials, to constructional details and to testing procedures. The opportunity has also be taken to include other updates that reflect current industry practice.