What is BS EN IEC 60794‑6 about?
BS EN IEC 60794 is a series on optical fibre cables. BS EN IEC 60794‑6 is a sectional specification covering general features of optical fibre cables applicable to outdoor as well as indoor environments, called "indoor-outdoor cables". Indoor-outdoor cables are deployed in outside plant environments as well as in premises thus fulfilling outdoor as well as indoor requirements.
Flame retardant outdoor cables as specified in BS EN IEC 60794‑6 are used when most of the cable length is deployed as an outdoor cable with a part of its length deployed indoors. The cable design can be derived from a typical outdoor cable design according to the product specifications described in BS EN IEC 60794‑6.
Indoor cables which are weatherised as specified in BS EN IEC 60794‑6 are used when an indoor cable is used outdoors over a short distance (a few meters), for example when the network access point (NAP) is very close to the building.
Who is BS EN IEC 60794‑6 for?
BS EN IEC 60794‑6 on optical fibre cables is useful for:
- Optical fibre cable manufacturers
- Telecommunication companies
- Residential sectors
- Commercial sectors
- Computer networking companies
Why should you use BS EN IEC 60794‑6?
Optical fibre cables are very thin strands of pure glass, which transmit information in the form of light. BS EN IEC 60794‑6 defines cables that generally possess the characteristics associated with outdoor cable designs. These cables have the thermal and mechanical robustness that makes them suitable for use on the outside plant, while simultaneously being relatively flexible, compact and lightweight and exhibiting the fire performance required in indoor premises.
The indoor-outdoor fibre optical cable design is derived from an indoor design with specific outdoor performance features added. Critical parameters are UV stability and resistance against exposure to humidity.
These indoor cables are used in buildings with tighter space restrictions. BS EN IEC 60794‑6 recommends that the use of higher flexibility cables is required for the installation which has a smaller diameter. BS EN IEC 60794‑6 recommendations help you to decide which indoor-outdoor cables are suitable for a given scenario.
