What is BS EN IEC 60684-3-214 - Heat-shrinkable polyolefin sleeving about ?
BS EN IEC 60684 is an international standard that discusses flexible insulating sleeving for electrical purposes. The main objective of the BS EN IEC 60684 series is to ensure that the insulating sleeving manufactured offers required level of electrical resistance.
BS EN IEC 60684-3-214 gives the requirements for two types of heat-shrinkable, polyolefin sleeving, not flame retarded, a thick and medium wall with a nominal shrink ratio of 3:1.
This sleeving has been found suitable for use at temperatures of up to 100 °C.
- Type A: Medium wall – internal diameter up to 200 mm typically
- Type B: Thick wall – internal diameter up to 200 mm typically
This sleeving is normally supplied in colour black.
Who is BS EN IEC 60684-3-214 - Heat-shrinkable polyolefin sleeving for ?
BS EN IEC 60684-3-214 on flexible insulating sleeving is relevant to:
- Manufacturers of sleeving
- Electrical installation companies
- Substations
- Power distribution companies
- Telecommunication industry
Why should you use BS EN IEC 60684-3-214 - Heat-shrinkable polyolefin sleeving ?
Sleeving is critical to electrical applications as it offers excellent insulation and acts as a corrosion-resistance protective layer.
BS EN IEC 60684-3-214 specifies property requirements that include its dimensions, longitudinal change, and temperature which is helpful to determine properties of the insulating sleeves.
Materials that conform to these specifications meet established levels of performance. Complying with BS EN IEC 60684-3-214 requirements can ensure the sleeving provides excellent electrical insulation and protection against fire hazards, thus minimizing product failures. If you are a manufacturer of sleeving, adopting standardized practices can enhance reliability and credibility of your products.
What’s changed since the last update ?
BS EN IEC 60684-3-280:2019 supersedes BS EN 60684‑3‑214:2014, which is withdrawn. This edition includes the following significant technical change with respect to the previous edition:
- Removal of colour fastness to light test, as this is covered by the test for carbon black content
