What is BS EN 60702-2 –Terminations for use with mineral insulated cables about?
BS EN 60702-2 is a European Standard that discusses mineral insulated cables and their terminations. The main aim of the BS EN 60702 series is to provide manufacturers with best industry guidance on demonstrating the safety and performance of mineral insulated cables.
BS EN 60702-2 is the second part of the series that provides guidance on specifying requirements for terminations for use with mineral insulated cables. complying with the requirements of IEC 60702-1
Who is BS EN 60702-2- Terminations for use with mineral insulated cables for?
BS EN 60702-2 on terminations for use with mineral insulated cables is relevant to:
- Manufacturers of mineral insulated cables and terminations
- Manufacturers of temperature sensors
- Entities involved in installation and maintenance of mineral insulated cables
- Electrical engineers
- Quality control and testing authorities
Why should you use BS EN 60702-2 - Terminations for use with mineral insulated cables?
Terminations are complete end fitting for a mineral insulated cable, normally comprising a seal and a gland or a composite seal/gland device, that are critical for cables to function properly as it enables electric connection between the cable and the terminal of the end-application. In this regard, it is essential that these terminations meet adequate quality and performance levels.
BS EN 60702-2 provides you marking on the basis of packages and seals and glands.
BS EN 60702-2 also covers best industry guidance on construction of seals, glands, and recommends type tests to verify and demonstrate their reliability and performance, determining whether or not the terminations are fit for purpose.
If you are a manufacturer, compliance with BS EN 60702-2 can thus ensure of optimal quality of terminations, while minimizing the risk of fault conditions and product failures.
