BS EN 50483-4:2009

BS EN 50483-4:2009 Test requirements for low voltage aerial bundled cable accessories. Connectors

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 50483-4 applies to connectors used for the electrical connection of ABC. The connectors are designed to be installed on ABC.

Tests described in this document are type tests.

Contents of BS EN 50483-4:

• Scope

• Normative references

• Terms and definitions

• Symbols

• Characteristics

• Marking

• General test conditions

• Generalities

• Preconditioning of ABC

• Type tests

• IPC tests

• Pre-insulated through connectors (sleeve)

• Pre-insulated terminals (lugs)

• Temporary connectors – Temperature rise and overload test

• Bibliography