EN - 50525 - 2 - 21 - 2011 Electric Cables

EESTI STANDARD EVS-EN 50525-2-21:2011
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nimipingega kuni 450/750 V (U0/U). Osa 2-21:
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paindjuhtmed
Electric cables - Low voltage energy cables of rated voltages
up to and including 450/750 V (Uo/U) - Part 2-21: Cables for
general applications - Flexible cables with crosslinked
elastomeric insulation
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EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 50525-2-21
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM May 2011
ICS 29.060.20 Supersedes HD 22.4 S4:2004, HD 22.10 S2:2007, HD 22.11 S2:2007, HD 22.12 S2:2007, HD
22.16 S2:2007
English version
Electric cables -
Low voltage energy cables of rated voltages up to and including 450/750 V
(U0/U) -
Part 2-21: Cables for general applications -
Flexible cables with crosslinked elastomeric insulation

Câbles électriques - Kabel und Leitungen -
Câbles d’énergie basse tension de tension Starkstromleitungen mit Nennspannungen
assignée au plus égale à 450/750 V bis 450/750 V (U0/U) -
(U0/U) - Teil 2-21: Starkstromleitungen für
Partie 2-21: Câbles pour applications allgemeine Anwendungen -
générales - Flexible Leitungen mit vernetzter
Câbles souples isolés en matériau Elastomer-Isolierung
élastomère réticulé
This European Standard was approved by CENELEC on 2011-01-17. CENELEC members are bound to comply
with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European Standard
the status of a national standard without any alteration.
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Foreword
This European Standard was prepared by the Technical Committee CENELEC TC 20, Electric
cables.
The text of the draft was submitted to the formal vote and was accepted by CENELEC as
EN 50525-2-21 on 2011-01-17.
This document, which is one of a multipart series, supersedes HD 22.4 S4:2004,

HD 22 10 S2:2007, HD 22.11 S2:2007, HD 22.12 S2:2007, HD 22.16 S2:2007.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the
subject of patent rights. CEN and CENELEC shall not be held responsible for identifying any
or all such patent rights.
The following dates were fixed:

– latest date by which the EN has to be implemented

at national level by publication of an identical
national standard or by endorsement (dop) 2012-01-17
– latest date by which the national standards conflicting

with the EN have to be withdrawn (dow) 2014-01-17
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Contents
Page
1 Scope .............................................................................................................................. 5
2 Normative references ....................................................................................................... 5
3 Terms and definitions ....................................................................................................... 6
4 General purpose cables ................................................................................................... 6
4.1 Ordinary duty cables – H05RR-F ............................................................................. 6
4.2 Ordinary duty cables – H05RN-F ............................................................................. 7
4.3 Heavy duty cables – H07RN-F ................................................................................ 8
4.4 Heavy duty multicore cables – H07RN-F ................................................................. 9
5 Water resistant cables .................................................................................................... 10
5.1 Heavy duty cables – H07RN8-F ............................................................................ 10
5.2 Heavy duty multicore cables – H07RN8-F ............................................................. 12

6 Heat resistant cables (90 °C) ......................................................................................... 13
6.1 Ordinary duty cables – H05BB-F ........................................................................... 13
6.2 Heavy duty cables – H07BB-F ............................................................................... 14
6.3 Ordinary duty cables – H05BN4-F ......................................................................... 16
6.4 Heavy duty cables – H07BN4-F............................................................................. 16
6.5 Heavy duty multicore cables – H07BN4-F ............................................................. 18
7 Heat resistant cables – TPU sheathed (90 °C) ............................................................... 19
7.1 Ordinary duty cables – H05BQ-F ........................................................................... 19
7.2 Heavy duty cables – H07BQ-F .............................................................................. 20
8 Heat resistant EVA cables (110 °C) - Ordinary duty cables – H05GG-F and
H05GGH2-F ................................................................................................................... 21
8.1 Construction ......................................................................................................... 21
8.2 Requirements ....................................................................................................... 22
Annex A (normative) Tests for cables to EN 50525-2-21 ...................................................... 23
Annex B (normative) General data ....................................................................................... 27
Annex C (normative) Requirements for compatibility test ..................................................... 33
C.1 Cables with a 60 °C temperature rating ................................................................. 33
C.2 Cables with a 90 °C temperature rating ................................................................. 33
C.3 Cables with a 110 °C temperature rating ............................................................... 34
Annex D (normative) Water resistance test for H07RN8-F flexible cables – Electrical
test ................................................................................................................................ 35
D.1 Voltage pre-test on completed cables ................................................................... 35
D.2 Voltage test on completed cable at 50 °C .............................................................. 35
D.3 Insulation resistance test after pre-voltage test ..................................................... 35
Annex E (normative) Water resistance test for H07RN8-F flexible cables – Mechanical
properties of sheath after water immersion ..................................................................... 37
E.1 General ................................................................................................................. 37
E.2 Procedure ............................................................................................................. 37
E.3 Requirements ....................................................................................................... 37
Annex F (normative) Special national conditions ....................................................................... 39
Bibliography ......................................................................................................................... 40
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Tables
Table A.1 − 60 °C cables ...................................................................................................... 23
Table A.1 − 60 °C cables (concluded) ................................................................................... 24
Table A.2 − 90 °C and 110 °C cables ................................................................................... 25
Table B.1 .............................................................................................................................. 27
Table B.2 .............................................................................................................................. 28
Table B.3 .............................................................................................................................. 31
Table B.4 .............................................................................................................................. 32
Table C.1 ............................................................................................................................. 33
Table C.2 ............................................................................................................................. 33
Table C.3 ............................................................................................................................. 34
Table E.1 − Requirements for tensile strength and elongation at break ....................................... 38

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1 Scope
EN 50525-2-21 applies to flexible cables, insulated with crosslinked elastomeric compound,
and sheathed with either crosslinked elastomeric compound or thermoplastic polyurethane
(TPU).
The cables are of rated voltages U 0 /U up to and including 450/750 V.
The cables are intended for a variety of applications where appliances or equipment,
including heavy industrial equipment, require a flexible connection to the power supply.
The maximum conductor operating temperatures for the cables in this standard are 60 °C (R
types), 90 °C (B types) and 110 °C (G types).
The following particular cable types are included:

- General purpose cables (RR and RN types);
- Water-resistant cables (RN8 types);
- General purpose cables (BB and BN4 types);
- TPU sheathed cables (BQ types);
- Heat resistant cables (GG types)
NOTE HD 516 contains extensive guidance on the safe use of cables in this standard.
This EN 50525-2-21 should be read in conjunction with EN 50525-1, which specifies general
requirements.
2 Normative references
The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document.
For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition
of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
NOTE One or more references to the standards below are in respect of a specific sub-division of that standard,
for instance a clause, a table, a class or a type. Cross-references to these standards are undated and, at all times,
the latest version applies.
EN 50363-1 Insulating, sheathing and covering materials for low voltage

energy cables - Part 1: Cross-linked elastomeric insulating
compounds
EN 50363-2-1 Insulating, sheathing and covering materials for low voltage
energy cables - Part 2-1: Cross-linked elastomeric sheathing
compounds
EN 50363-10-2 Insulating, sheathing and covering materials for low voltage
energy cables - Part 10-2: Miscellaneous sheathing compounds -
Thermoplastic polyurethane
EN 50395 Electrical test methods for low voltage energy cables
EN 50396 Non electrical test methods for low voltage energy cables
EN 50525-1 Electric cables - Low voltage energy cables of rated voltages up
to and including 450/750 V (U 0 /U) - Part 1: General requirements
EN 60228 Conductors of insulated cables (IEC 60228)
EN 50525-2-21:2011
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EN 60332-1-2 Tests on electric and optical fibre cables under fire conditions -
Part 1-2: Test for vertical flame propagation for a single insulated
wire or cable - Procedure for 1 kW pre-mixed flame
(IEC 60332-1-2)
EN 60811-1-1 Insulating and sheathing materials of electric and optical cables -
Common test methods - Part 1-1: General application -
Measurement of thickness and overall dimensions - Tests for
determining the mechanical properties (IEC 60811-1-1)

Common test methods - Part 1-2: General application - Thermal
ageing methods (IEC 60811-1-2)

Common test methods - Part 1-4: General application - Tests at
low temperature (IEC 60811-1-4)

3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in Clause 3 of EN 50525-1
apply.
4 General purpose cables
4.1 Ordinary duty cables – H05RR-F
4.1.1 Construction
4.1.1.1 Conductor
The conductor shall be class 5, according to EN 60228.
4.1.1.2 Sizes of cable
The sizes of cable shall be:
2 2
- 2 and 5 core – 0,75 mm to 4 mm ;
2 2
- 3 and 4 core – 0,75 mm to 6 mm .
4.1.1.3 Insulation
The insulation shall be a cross-linked elastomeric compound, Type EI 4 to EN 50363-1,

applied around each conductor.
4.1.1.4 Assembly
The cores shall be twisted together.
NOTE 1 A centre filler may be used.
NOTE 2 A tape may be applied around the core assembly before application of the sheath.
4.1.1.5 Sheath
The sheath shall be a cross-linked elastomeric compound of Type EM 3 to EN 50363-2-1.

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The sheath shall fill the spaces between the cores.
The colour of sheath is not specified.
NOTE If black is used, the requirement in EN 50363-2-1 for EM 3 to have a minimum level of carbon black will
apply.
4.1.1.6 Marking
The cable shall be marked with the CENELEC code H05RR-F. The marking shall comply with
Clause 6 of EN 50525-1.
4.1.2 Requirements
Each cable shall comply with the appropriate requirements given in EN 50525-1, and the
particular requirements of this Part.
Testing shall be in accordance with Table A.1, column 6.

The dimensions of the cables shall conform to Table B.1 for the relevant size.
The requirements to be met for the compatibility test shall be as given in Table C.1.
4.2 Ordinary duty cables – H05RN-F
4.2.1 Construction
4.2.1.1 Conductor
2 2
- 2, 3 and 4 core – 0,75 mm and 1 mm .
4.2.1.3 Insulation
4.2.1.4 Assembly
4.2.1.5 Sheath

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4.2.1.6 Marking
The cable shall be marked with the CENELEC code H05RN-F. The marking shall comply with
4.2.2 Requirements
4.3 Heavy duty cables – H07RN-F

4.3.1 Construction
4.3.1.1 Conductor
2 2
- Single core – 1,5 mm to 630 mm ;
2 2
- 2 and 5 core – 1,0 mm to 95 mm ;
2 2
- 3 and 4 core – 1,0 mm to 300 mm .
4.3.1.3 Insulation

NOTE It is permitted to apply a tape on each core.
Where the insulation is covered with a tape, it shall be applied in such a manner that it can be
removed without damage to the insulation.
4.3.1.4 Assembly
The cores of cables having two to five cores shall be twisted together.
4.3.1.5 Sheath
The cores shall be covered with a sheath.
a) For cables with a specified sheath thickness up to and including 2,4 mm:
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1) sheath in a single layer, cross-linked elastomeric compound of type EM 2 to

EN 50363-2-1.
b) For cables with a specified sheath thickness greater than 2,4 mm:
1) sheath either in a single layer, cross-linked elastomeric compound of type EM 2 to
EN 50363-2-1;
2) or in two layers, with the inner layer made of one of the cross-linked elastomeric
compounds type EM 2 or EM 3 to EN 50363-2-1 and the outer layer of the cross-
linked elastomeric compound type EM 2 to EN 50363-2-1.
The sheath applied in a single layer or the inner layer of the sheath in two layers shall, for
cables with two to five cores, fill the spaces between the cores. Where a tape of suitable
material is applied around the core assembly (see NOTE 2 to 4.3.1.4) this requirement shall
not apply, provided that the finished cables shall not have any substantial cavity in the outer
interstices between the cores.
4.3.1.6 Marking

4.3.2 Requirements
NOTE For non-electrical tests on sheaths in two layers see EN 50525-1, 5.7.2.3, c).
4.4 Heavy duty multicore cables – H07RN-F
4.4.1 Construction
4.4.1.1 Conductor
2 2
- 6, 7, 12, 18, 24 and 36 core – 1,5 mm and 2,5 mm ;
2
- 6, 7, 12 and 18 core – 4 mm .
NOTE The number of cores given here is preferred. Other numbers of cores are permitted up to the maximum
number stated in the table for the given size of conductor, subject to agreement between the purchaser and
manufacturer. See also footnote c to Table B.3.
4.4.1.3 Insulation
The insulation shall be a cross-linked elastomeric compound, Type EI 4 to EN 50363-1

The identification of each core shall be in accordance with Annex D of EN 50525-1.

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4.4.1.4 Assembly
The cores shall be twisted together. A single core in the centre is not permitted. A protective
conductor, if any, shall be applied in the outer layer. A centre filler shall be used for cables
having 6, 7, 18, and 36 cores, and also for 19 cores when this non-preferred size is used.
NOTE 1 A centre filler may be used for other sizes.
4.4.1.5 Sheath
The core assembly shall be covered with a sheath. The sheath shall be applied either in a
single layer, cross-linked elastomeric compound EM 2 to EN 50363-2-1, or in two layers, with
the inner layer made of one of the cross-linked elastomeric compounds EM 2 or EM 3 to
EN 50363-2-1 and the outer layer of cross-linked elastomeric compound EM 2 to
EN 50363-2-1.

The sheath in a single layer or the inner layer of the sheath in two layers shall fill the spaces
between the cores. Where a tape of suitable material is applied around the core assembly
(see NOTE 2 to 4.4.1.4) this requirement shall not apply, provided that the finished cables
shall not have any substantial cavity in the outer interstices between the cores.
4.4.1.6 Marking
4.4.2 Requirements
5 Water resistant cables
5.1 Heavy duty cables – H07RN8-F
5.1.1 Construction
5.1.1.1 Conductor
Where an optional separator is applied around each conductor it shall be non-hygroscopic.
2 2
2 2
- 2 and 5 core – 1,0 mm to 25 mm ;
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2 2
- 3 and 4 core – 1,0 mm to 300 mm .
5.1.1.3 Insulation
Where the insulation is covered with a tape, it shall be non-hygroscopic and shall be applied
in such a manner that it can be removed without damage to the insulation.
5.1.1.4 Assembly

NOTE 2 A non-hygroscopic tape may be applied around the core assembly before
application of the sheath.
5.1.1.5 Sheath
EN 50363-2-1.
EN 50363-2-1;
linked compound type EM 2 to EN 50363-2-1.
cables with two to five cores, fill the spaces between the cores. Where a non-hygroscopic
tape of suitable material is applied around the core assembly (see NOTE 2 to 5.1.1.4) this
requirement shall not apply, provided that the finished cables shall not have any substantial
cavity in the outer interstices between the cores.
5.1.1.6 Marking
The cable shall be marked with the CENELEC code H07RN8-F. The marking shall comply
with Clause 6 of EN 50525-1.
5.1.2 Requirements
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The requirements to be met for the water resistance tests shall be as given in Annexes D
and E.
5.2 Heavy duty multicore cables – H07RN8-F
5.2.1 Construction
5.2.1.1 Conductor
Where an optional separator is applied around each conductor it shall be non-hygroscopic.

2 2
- 6, 7, 12, 18, 24 and 36 core – 1,5 mm and 2,5 mm ;

2
- 6, 7, 12 and 18 core – 4 mm .
5.2.1.3 Insulation

The identification of each core shall be in accordance with Annex D of EN 50525-1.
5.2.1.4 Assembly
The centre filler shall consist of a non-hygroscopic material.
NOTE 2 A non-hygroscopic tape may be applied around the core assembly before application of the sheath.
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5.2.1.5 Sheath
EN 50363-2-1.
between the cores. Where a non-hygroscopic tape of suitable material is applied around the
core assembly (see NOTE 2 to 5.2.1.4) this requirement shall not apply, provided that the
finished cables shall not have any substantial cavity in the outer interstices between the
cores.
5.2.1.6 Marking
The cable shall be marked with the CENELEC code H07RN8-F. The marking shall comply

5.2.2 Requirements
The requirements to be met for the water resistance tests shall be as given in Annexes D
and E.
6 Heat resistant cables (90 °C)
6.1 Ordinary duty cables – H05BB-F
6.1.1 Construction
6.1.1.1 Conductor
2 2
- 2 and 5 core – 0,75 mm to 2,5 mm ;
2 2
- 3 and 4 core – 0,75 mm to 6 mm .
6.1.1.3 Insulation

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6.1.1.4 Assembly
6.1.1.5 Sheath

NOTE If black is used, the requirement in EN 50363-2-1 for EM 6 to have a minimum level of

carbon black will apply.
6.1.1.6 Marking
The cable shall be marked with the CENELEC code H05BB-F. The marking shall comply with
6.1.2 Requirements
6.2 Heavy duty cables – H07BB-F
6.2.1 Construction
6.2.1.1 Conductor

2 2
2 2
- 2 core – 1,0 mm to 25 mm ;
2 2
- 3, 4 and 5 core – 1,0 mm to 300 mm .
6.2.1.3 Insulation

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6.2.1.4 Assembly
6.2.1.5 Sheath


EN 50363-2-1.
EN 50363-2-1;
2) or in two layers, with both layers made of cross-linked elastomeric compound of
type EM 6 to EN 50363-2-1.
NOTE If black is used, the requirement in EN 50363-2-1 for EM 6 to have a minimum level of carbon black will
apply.
6.2.1.6 Marking
The cable shall be marked with the CENELEC code H07BB-F. The marking shall comply with
6.2.2 Requirements
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6.3 Ordinary duty cables – H05BN4-F
6.3.1 Construction
6.3.1.1 Conductor
2 2
- 2 and 3 core – 0,75 mm and 1 mm .
6.3.1.3 Insulation


6.3.1.4 Assembly
6.3.1.5 Sheath
6.3.1.6 Marking
The cable shall be marked with the CENELEC code H05BN4-F. The marking shall comply
6.3.2 Requirements
6.4 Heavy duty cables – H07BN4-F
6.4.1 Construction
6.4.1.1 Conductor

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2 2
2 2
- 2 and 5 core – 1,0 mm to 25 mm ;
2 2
- 3 and 4 core – 1,0 mm to 300 mm .
6.4.1.3 Insulation



6.4.1.4 Assembly
6.4.1.5 Sheath
EN 50363-2-1.
EN 50363-2-1;
linked elastomeric compound type EM 7 to EN 50363-2-1.
6.4.1.6 Marking
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6.4.2 Requirements
6.5 Heavy duty multicore cables – H07BN4-F
6.5.1 Construction
6.5.1.1 Conductor


2 2
- 6, 7, 12, 18, 24 and 36 core – 1,5 mm and 2,5 mm ;
2
- 6, 7, 12 and 18 core – 4 mm .
6.5.1.3 Insulation
The identification of each core shall be in accordance with EN 50525-1, Annex D.
6.5.1.4 Assembly
6.5.1.5 Sheath
EN 50363-2-1.
between the cores. Where a tape of suitable material is applied around the core assembly
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(see NOTE 2 to 6.5.1.4) this requirement shall not apply, provided that the finished cables
shall not have any substantial cavity in the outer interstices between the cores.
6.5.1.6 Marking
6.5.2 Requirements

7 Heat resistant cables – TPU sheathed (90 °C)
7.1 Ordinary duty cables – H05BQ-F
7.1.1 Construction
7.1.1.1 Conductor

2 2
- 2, 3, 4 and 5 core – 0,75 mm and 1 mm .
7.1.1.3 Insulation
7.1.1.4 Assembly
NOTE A centre filler may be used.
The twisted cores shall be covered by either:
a) an extruded inner covering of a non-crosslinked rubber or plastic compound, or by a

separating tape of suitable material, which may be combined with separate fillers;
or
b) the sheath shall fill the spaces between cores.

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7.1.1.5 Sheath
The sheath shall be thermoplastic polyurethane of type TMPU to EN 50363-10-2 applied

around the completed assembly.
The sheath shall fit closely but not adhere to the inner covering, or, where there is no
separate inner covering, shall not adhere to the cores.
7.1.1.6 Marking
The cable shall be marked with the CENELEC code H05BQ-F. The marking shall comply with
7.1.2 Requirements

NOTE Where an inner covering is used it should have an approximate thickness of 0,3 mm, but there is no
requirement for this to be measured.
7.2 Heavy duty cables – H07BQ-F
7.2.1 Construction
7.2.1.1 Conductor
2 2
- 2, 3, 4 and 5 core – 1,0 mm to 16 mm .
7.2.1.3 Insulation

7.2.1.4 Assembly
NOTE A centre filler may be used.
The twisted cores shall be covered by either:
a) an extruded inner covering of a non-crosslinked rubber or plastic compound, or by a

separating tape of suitable material, which may be combined with separate fillers;
or
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b) the sheath shall fill the spaces between cores.
7.2.1.5 Sheath
The sheath shall be thermoplastic polyurethane of type TMPU to EN 50363-10-2 applied
around the completed assembly.
The sheath shall fit closely but not adhere to the inner covering, or, where there is no
separate inner covering, shall not adhere to the cores.
7.2.1.6 Marking
The cable shall be marked with the CENELEC code H07BQ-F. The marking shall comply with
7.2.2 Requirements

NOTE Where an inner covering is used it should have an approximate thickness of 0,3 mm, but there is no
requirement for this to be measured.
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H05GGH2-F
8.1 Construction
8.1.1 Conductor
A separator of suitable material shall be applied around each conductor if the conductors are
plain.
NOTE If the conductors are tinned the use of a separator is optional.
8.1.2 Sizes of cable
The sizes of circular cable shall be:
2 2
- 2 and 5 core – 0,75 mm to 2,5 mm ;
2 2
- 3 and 4 core – 0,75 mm to 6 mm ;
2
- for flat cable the only size is 2 core, 0,75 mm .
8.1.3 Insulation

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8.1.4 Assembly
The cables shall be assembled as follows:
- circular cable: the cores shall be twisted together;
- flat cable: the cores shall be laid parallel.
NOTE 1 A centre filler may be used for circular cables.
8.1.5 Sheath

8.1.6 Marking

The cable shall be marked with the CENELEC code H05GG-F for circular cables, or
H05GGH2-F for flat cables. The marking shall comply with Clause 6 of EN 50525-1.
8.2 Requirements
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Annex A
(normative)
Tests for cables to EN 50525-2-21

Table A.1 − 60 °C cables
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
a
Ref Tests Category Test Method described in Applicability of test – Subclause
No. of test
EN Clause 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 5.1 5.2
H05RR
H05RN
H07RN
H07RN
H07RN8
H07RN8
multicore
multicore
b
1 Electrical tests
1.1 Resistance of conductors T, S 50395 5 X X X X X X
1.2.1 Voltage test at 2 500 V T, S 50395 6 - - X X X X
1.2.2 Voltage test at 2 000 V T, S 50395 6 X X - - - -
1.3 Voltage test on cores according to
specified insulation thickness
1.3.1 at 1 500 V up to and including 0,6 mm T 50395 7 X X - - - -
1.3.2 at 2 000 V exceeding 0,6 mm T 50395 7 X - - - - -
1.3.3 at 2 500 V T 50395 7 - - X X X X
1.4 Absence of faults in insulation R 50395 10 X X X X X X
1.5 Surface resistance of sheath T 50395 11 X X X X X X
2 Constructional and dimensional tests
2.1 Checking of compliance with constructional T, S 50525-1 Inspection and X X X X X X
provisions manual tests
2.2 Measurement of thickness of insulation T, S 50396 4.1 X X X X X X
2.3 Measurement of thickness of sheath T, S 50396 4.2 X X X X X X
2.4 Measurement of overall diameter
2.4.1 Mean value T, S 50396 4.4 X X X X X X
2.4.2 Ovality T, S 50396 4.4 X X X X X X

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Table A.1 − 60 °C cables (concluded)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
a
Ref Tests Category Test Method described in Applicability of test – Subclause
No. of test
EN Clause 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 5.1 5.2
H05RR
H05RN
H07RN
H07RN
H07RN8
H07RN8
multicore
multicore
2.5 Solderability test (plain conductors) T 50396 8.2 X X X X X X

c
3 Insulation material tests T 50363-1 - X X X X X X
c, d
4 Sheath material tests T 50363-2-1 X X X X X X
5 Compatibility test T 60811-1-2 8.1.4 X X X X X X
e e
6 Impact test at - 25 °C T 60811-1-4 8.5 X X X X X X
7 Mechanical strength of completed cable
Flexing test f followed, after immersion in
water, by a voltage test on cores
7.1 - at 1 500 V on cores with specified T 50396 6.2 X X - - - -
insulation thickness up to and including
0,6 mm 50395 7
7.2 - at 2 000 V on cores with specified T 50396 6.2 X - X X X X

insulation thickness exceeding 0,6 mm
50395 7
8 Test under fire conditions T 60332-1-2 - - X X X X X
9 Water resistance tests
9.1 Electrical test T This EN Annex D - - - - X X
9.2 Mechanical test on sheath T This EN Annex E - - - - X X
a
The order given does not imply a sequence of testing.
b
Particular test conditions and requirements are given in Table 1 of EN 50525-1.
c
This EN includes all the test methods and requirements for the material. Material to be tested is taken from the finished cable.
d
The requirement for resistance to ozone is not applicable to the inner layer of two layer sheath.
e
Not applicable to cables having conductors greater than 16 mm².
f
Not applicable to single core cables, nor to multicore cables having conductors greater than 4 mm², nor to cables with more than 18
cores laid up in more than two concentric layers.

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Table A.2 − 90 °C and 110 °C cables
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
a
Ref Tests Category Test method described in Applicability of test – Subclause
No. of test
EN Clause 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 6.5 7.1 7.2 8
H05BB
H07BB
H05BQ
H07BQ
H05GG
H05BN4
H07BN4
H07BN4
multicore
b
1 Electrical tests
1.1 Resistance of conductors T, S 50395 5 X X X X X X X X
1.2.1 Voltage test at 2 500 V T, S 50395 6 - X - X X - X -
1.2.2 Voltage test at 2 000 V T, S 50395 6 X - X - - X - X
1.3 Voltage test on cores according to specified
insulation thickness
1.3.1 at 1 500 V up to and including 0,6 mm T 50395 7 X - X - - X - X
1.3.2 at 2 000 V exceeding 0,6 mm T 50395 7 X - - - - - X X
1.3.3 at 2 500 V T 50395 7 - X - X X - - -
1.4 Absence of faults in insulation R 50395 10 X X X X X X X X
1.5 Surface resistance of sheath T 50395 11 X X X X X X X X
2 Constructional and dimensional tests
2.1 Checking of compliance with constructional T, S 50525-1 Inspection X X X X X X X X
provisions and
manual
tests
2.2 Measurement of thickness of insulation T, S 50396 4.1 X X X X X X X X
2.3 Measurement of thickness of sheath T, S 50396 4.2 X X X X X X X X
2.4 Measurement of overall diameter
2.4.1 Mean value T, S 50396 4.4 X X X X X X X X
2.4.2 Ovality T, S 50396 4.4 X X X X X X X X
2.5 Solderability test (plain conductors) T 50396 8.2 X X X X X X X X
3 Insulation material tests T 50363-1 - X X X X X X X X

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Table A.2 − 90 °C and 110 °C cables (concluded)

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
a
Ref Tests Category Test method described in Applicability of test – Subclause
No. of test
EN Clause 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 6.5 7.1 7.2 8
H05BB
H07BB
H05BQ
H07BQ
H05GG
H05BN4
H07BN4
H07BN4
multicore
c d
4 Sheath material tests T 50363-2-1 X X X X X X X X
5 Compatibility test T 60811-1-2 8.1.4 X X X X X X X X
6 Impact test
e
6.1 at - 40 °C T 60811-1-4 8.5 X X - - - X X -
e
6.2 at - 25 °C T 60811-1-4 8.5 - - X X X - - -
6.3 at - 5 °C T 60811-1-4 8.5 - - - - - - - X
7 Mechanical strength of completed cable
Flexing test f followed, after immersion in
water, by a voltage test on cores
7.1 - at 1 500 V on cores with specified T 50396 6.2 X - X - - X - X
insulation thickness up to and including
0,6 mm 50395 7
7.2 - at 2 000 V on cores with specified T 50396 6.2 X X - X X - X X

insulation thickness exceeding 0,6 mm
50395 7
8 Test under fire conditions T 60332-1-2 - - - X X X - - -
a
The order given does not imply a sequence of testing.
b
Particular test conditions and requirements are given in Table 1 of EN 50525-1.
c
This EN includes all the test methods and requirements for the material. Material to be tested is taken from the finished cable.
d
The requirement for resistance to ozone is not applicable to the inner layer of two layer sheath.
e
Not applicable to cables having conductors greater than 16 mm².
f
Not applicable to single core cables, nor to multicore cables having conductors greater than 4 mm², nor to cables with more than 18 cores laid up in more
than two concentric layers.

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Annex B
(normative)
General data
NOTE The overall dimensions of cables have been calculated in accordance with EN 60719.
Table B.1
1 2 3 4 5
Number and nominal Thickness of insulation Thickness of sheath Mean overall diameter
cross-sectional area
of conductors a Specified value Specified value
Lower limit Upper limit


mm² mm mm mm mm
2 x 0,75 0,6 0,8 5,7 or 7,4 or
3,7 x 6,0 4,7 x 7,4
2x1 0,6 0,9 6,1 8,0
2 x 1,5 0,8 1,0 7,6 9,8
2 x 2,5 0,9 1,1 9,0 11,6
2x4 1,0 1,2 10,6 13,7
3 x 0,75 0,6 0,9 6,2 8,1

3x1 0,6 0,9 6,5 8,5
3 x 1,5 0,8 1,0 8,0 10,4
3 x 2,5 0,9 1,1 9,6 12,4
3x4 1,0 1,2 11,3 14,5
3x6 1,0 1,4 12,8 16,3
4 x 0,75 0,6 0,9 6,8 8,8

4x1 0,6 0,9 7,1 9,3
4 x 1,5 0,8 1,1 9,0 11,6
4 x 2,5 0,9 1,2 10,7 13,8
4x4 1,0 1,3 12,7 16,2
4x6 1,0 1,5 14,2 18,1
5 x 0,75 0,6 1,0 7,6 9,9

5x1 0,6 1,0 8,0 10,3
5 x 1,5 0,8 1,1 9,8 12,7
5 x 2,5 0,9 1,3 11,9 15,3
5x4 1,0 1,4 14,6 18,6
a
Not all cable types are specified in all the sizes given here. See the specific clause of the standard, and also
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Table B.2
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Number & Thickness of Thickness of sheath Mean overall diameter
nominal insulation
cross Specified value
sectional Specified
value One layer Two layers Lower Upper
area of limit limit
a
conductors Inner Outer
layer layer
mm² mm mm mm mm mm mm
1 x 1,5 0,8 1,4 - - 5,7 7,1
1 x 2,5 0,9 1,4 - - 6,3 7,9
1x4 1,0 1,5 - - 7,2 9,0
1x6 1,0 1,6 - - 7,9 9,8
1 x 10 1,2 1,8 - - 9,5 11,9

1 x 16 1,2 1,9 - - 10,8 13,4
1 x 25 1,4 2,0 - - 12,7 15,8
1 x 35 1,4 2,2 - - 14,3 17,9
1 x 50 1,6 2,4 - - 16,5 20,6
1 x 70 1,6 2,6 1,0 1,6 18,6 23,3
1 x 95 1,8 2,8 1,1 1,7 20,8 26,0
1 x 120 1,8 3,0 1,2 1,8 22,8 28,6
1 x 150 2,0 3,2 1,3 1,9 25,2 31,4
1 x 185 2,2 3,4 1,4 2,0 27,6 34,4
1 x 240 2,4 3,5 1,4 2,1 30,6 38,3
1 x 300 2,6 3,6 1,4 2,2 33,5 41,9
1 x 400 2,8 3,8 1,5 2,3 37,4 46,8
1 x 500 3,0 4,0 1,6 2,4 41,3 52
1 x 630 3,0 4,1 1,6 2,5 45,5 57
2x1 0,8 1,3 - - 7,7 10,0

2 x 1,5 0,8 1,5 - - 8,5 11,0
2 x 2,5 0,9 1,7 - - 10,2 13,1
2x4 1,0 1,8 - - 11,8 15,1
2x6 1,0 2,0 - - 13,1 16,8
2 x 10 1,2 3,1 1,2 1,9 17,7 22,6
2 x 16 1,2 3,3 1,3 2,0 20,2 25,7
2 x 25 1,4 3,6 1,4 2,2 24,3 30,7
2 x 35 1,4 3,8 1,5 2,3 27,2 34,3
2 x 50 1,6 4,2 1,7 2,5 31,6 39,8
2 x 70 1,6 4,6 1,8 2,8 35,8 45,1
2 x 95 1,8 5,0 2,0 3,0 40,2 51
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Table B.2 (continued)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
nominal insulation
sectional Specified
value Two layers
area of
conductors One layer Inner Outer Lower Upper
layer layer limit limit
3x1 0,8 1,4 - - 8,3 10,7
3 x 1,5 0,8 1,6 - - 9,2 11,9
3 x 2,5 0,9 1,8 - - 10,9 14,0
3x4 1,0 1,9 - - 12,7 16,2
3x6 1,0 2,1 - - 14,1 18,0

3 x 10 1,2 3,3 1,3 2,0 19,1 24,2
3 x 16 1,2 3,5 1,4 2,1 21,8 27,6
3 x 25 1,4 3,8 1,5 2,3 26,1 33,0
3 x 35 1,4 4,1 1,6 2,5 29,3 37,1
3 x 50 1,6 4,5 1,8 2,7 34,1 42,9
3 x 70 1,6 4,8 1,9 2,9 38,4 48,3
3 x 95 1,8 5,3 2,1 3,2 43,3 54
3 x 120 1,8 5,6 2,2 3,4 47,4 60
3 x 150 2,0 6,0 2,4 3,6 52 66
3 x 185 2,2 6,4 2,5 3,9 57 72
3 x 240 2,4 7,1 2,8 4,3 65 82
3 x 300 2,6 7,7 3,1 4,6 72 90
4x1 0,8 1,5 - - 9,2 11,9

4 x 1,5 0,8 1,7 - - 10,2 13,1
4 x 2,5 0,9 1,9 - - 12,1 15,5
4x4 1,0 2,0 - - 14,0 17,9
4x6 1,0 2,3 - - 15,7 20,0
4 x 10 1,2 3,4 1,4 2,0 20,9 26,5
4 x 16 1,2 3,6 1,4 2,2 23,8 30,1
4 x 25 1,4 4,1 1,6 2,5 28,9 36,6
4 x 35 1,4 4,4 1,7 2,7 32,5 41,1
4 x 50 1,6 4,8 1,9 2,9 37,7 47,5
4 x 70 1,6 5,2 2,0 3,2 42,7 54
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Table B.2 (concluded)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
nominal insulation
sectional Specified
value Two layers
area of
conductors One layer Inner Outer Lower Upper
layer layer limit limit
4 x 95 1,8 5,9 2,3 3,6 48,4 61
4 x 120 1,8 6,0 2,4 3,6 53 66
4 x 150 2,0 6,5 2,6 3,9 58 73
4 x 185 2,2 7,0 2,8 4,2 64 80
4 x 240 2,4 7,7 3,1 4,6 72 91

4 x 300 2,6 8,4 3,3 5,1 80 101
5x1 0,8 1,6 - - 10,2 13,1

5 x 1,5 0,8 1,8 - - 11,2 14,4
5 x 2,5 0,9 2,0 - - 13,3 17,0
5x4 1,0 2,2 - - 15,6 19,9
5x6 1,0 2,5 1,0 1,5 17,5 22,2
5 x 10 1,2 3,6 1,4 2,2 22,9 29,1
5 x 16 1,2 3,9 1,5 2,4 26,4 33,3
5 x 25 1,4 4,4 1,7 2,7 32,0 40,4
5 x 35 1,4 4,6 1,8 2,8 35,7 45,1
5 x 50 1,6 5,2 2,1 3,1 41,8 53
5 x 70 1,6 5,7 2,3 3,4 47,5 60
5 x 95 1,8 6,3 2,5 3,8 54 67
5 x 120 1,8 6,3 2,5 3,8 58 73
5 x 150 2,0 6,8 2,7 4,1 64 80
5 x 185 2,2 7,4 3,0 4,4 71 89
5 x 240 2,4 8,1 3,2 4,9 80 100
5 x 300 2,6 8,8 3,5 5,3 88 111
a
Not all cable types are specified in all the sizes given here. See the specific clause of the
standard, and also Clause 1 of EN 50525.
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Table B.3
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
b c
Number & Thickness Thickness of sheath Mean overall diameter
nominal of
cross insulation Specified value Lower Upper
sectional limit limit
Specified One layer Two layers
area of
conductors a value
Inner layer Outer
layer
mm 2 mm mm mm mm mm mm
6 x 1,5 0,8 2,5 1,0 1,5 13,4 17,2
7 x 1,5 0,8 2,6 1,0 1,6 14,7 18,7
12 x 1,5 0,8 2,9 1,2 1,7 17,6 22,4
18 x 1,5 0,8 3,2 1,3 1,9 20,7 26,3
24 x 1,5 0,8 3,5 1,4 2,1 24,3 30,7

36 x 1,5 0,8 3,8 1,5 2,3 27,8 35,2
6 x 2,5 0,9 2,7 1,1 1,6 15,7 20,0

7 x 2,5 0,9 2,8 1,1 1,7 17,1 21,8
12 x 2,5 0,9 3,1 1,2 1,9 20,6 26,2
18 x 2,5 0,9 3,5 1,4 2,1 24,4 30,9
24 x 2,5 0,9 3,9 1,6 2,3 28,8 36,4
36 x 2,5 0,9 4,3 1,7 2,6 33,2 41,8
6x4 1,0 2,9 1,2 1,7 18,2 23,2

7x4 1,0 3,1 1,2 1,9 20,1 25,5
12 x 4 1,0 3,5 1,4 2,1 24,4 30,9
18 x 4 1,0 3,9 1,6 2,3 28,8 36,4
a
The number of cores given here is preferred.
b
The sheath thicknesses (e g ) of the cables have been calculated by the fictitious calculation
method according to IEC 60502-1, Annex A, using the following formula:
e g = 0,11 D + 1,5 mm
where D is the diameter over laid up cores.
c
Where “non-preferred” numbers are manufactured, the sheath thickness, for one layer or for two
layer constructions, shall be for the next highest preferred number of cores.
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Table B.4
1 2 3 4 5
Number and nominal Thickness of insulation Thickness of sheath Mean overall diameter
cross-sectional area
of conductors Specified value Specified value
Lower limit Upper limit

mm² mm mm mm mm
2x1 0,8 0,9 6,9 9,0
2 x 1,5 0,8 1,0 7,6 9,8
2 x 2,5 0,9 1,1 9,0 11,6
2x4 1,0 1,2 10,6 13,7
2x6 1,0 1,3 11,8 15,1
2 x 10 1,2 2,0 15,6 19,9
2 x 16 1,2 2,1 17,9 22,8

3x1 0,8 0,9 7,3 9,5
3 x 1,5 0,8 1,0 8,0 10,4
3 x 2,5 0,9 1,1 9,6 12,4
3x4 1,0 1,2 11,3 14,5
3x6 1,0 1,4 12,8 16,3
3 x 10 1,2 2,1 16,8 21,4
3 x 16 1,2 2,3 19,5 24,7
4x1 0,8 1,0 8,2 10,7

4 x 1,5 0,8 1,1 9,0 11,6
4 x 2,5 0,9 1,2 10,7 13,8
4x4 1,0 1,3 12,7 16,2
4x6 1,0 1,5 14,2 18,1
4 x 10 1,2 2,2 18,6 23,6
4 x 16 1,2 2,3 21,3 27,0
5x1 0,8 1,1 9,2 11,9

5 x 1,5 0,8 1,1 9,8 12,7
5 x 2,5 0,9 1,3 11,9 15,3
5x4 1,0 1,4 14,1 17,9
5x6 1,0 1,6 15,7 20,0
5 x 10 1,2 2,3 20,4 25,9
5 x 16 1,2 2,5 23,7 30,0
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Annex C
(normative)
Requirements for compatibility test
C.1 Cables with a 60 °C temperature rating
C.1.1 Test conditions

The sample shall be aged for seven days at (80 ± 2) °C in accordance with the designated
test method.
C.1.2 Requirements
At the conclusion of the ageing period the insulation and sheath shall meet the requirements given in

Table C.1 below.
Table C.1
Parameter Units Insulation Sheath

EI 4
EM 2 EM 3
Tensile strength - median, min. N/mm 2 4,2 - -

a b
- variation , max. % ± 25 - 15 ± 30
Elongation at break - median, min. % 200 250 -
- variation a , max. % ± 25 - 25 b
± 30
a
The variation is the difference between the respective values obtained prior to and after heat treatment,
expressed as a percentage of the former.
b
No limit for the positive tolerance.

test method.
C.2.2 Requirements
At the conclusion of the ageing period the insulation and sheath shall meet the requirements
given in Table C.2 below.
Table C.2

EI 6 EI 7 EM 6 EM 7 TMPU
2
Tensile strength - median, min. N/mm 5,0 5,0 7,0 - -
a
- variation , max. % ± 30 ± 30 - ± 30 ± 30
Elongation at break - median, min. % - - 200 - 300
a
- variation , max. % ± 30 ± 30 - ± 40 ± 30
a
The variation is the difference between the respective values obtained prior to and after heat treatment, expressed as a
percentage of the former.
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test method.
C.3.2 Requirements
At the conclusion of the ageing period the insulation and sheath shall meet the requirements
given in Table C.3 below.
Table C.3

EI 3 EM 4

Tensile strength - median, min. N/mm 2 - -
a
- variation , max. % ± 30 ± 30
Elongation at break - median, min. % - -
a
- variation , max. % ± 30 ± 30
a
The variation is the difference between the respective values obtained prior to and after heat treatment,
expressed as a percentage of the former.
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Annex D
(normative)
Water resistance test for H07RN8-F flexible cables – Electrical test
D.1 Voltage pre-test on completed cables

The sample shall consist of at least 20 m of the complete cable to be tested. The sample shall be
immersed in potable tap water at (20 ± 5) °C for at least one hour. Then the a.c. voltage test shall be
carried out according to EN 50395, Clause 6.
D.2 Voltage test on completed cable at 50 °C

A 5 m sample shall be taken from the 20 m length tested in D.1 and immersed in potable tap water at
(50 ± 2) °C for a period of 100 days. During this immersion period an a.c. test-voltage of 1 kV shall be

applied between one conductor connected to the water and all others connected together in the case of
multicore cable, and between the conductor and the water in the case of single core cable. If the cable
contains a circuit protective conductor this shall be the conductor connected to the water.
No electrical breakdown shall occur.
D.3 Insulation resistance test after pre-voltage test
D.3.1 General
Three samples of core each 5 m long shall be taken from the sample length of complete cable tested in
D.1.
The three samples shall be subjected to all the following tests of D.3
D.3.2 Voltage test on cores
The three samples shall be immersed in potable tap water at (50 ± 2) °C for at least 24 h.
Then an a.c. test voltage of 2 500 V shall be applied between each conductor and the water
for a period of 5 min.
Immediately after this test the insulation resistance shall be measured in accordance with
EN 50395, 8.1 at a temperature of (50 ± 2) °C.
The value of volume resistivity calculated from the formula given in EN 50395, Annex A, shall
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be ≥ 10 Ω ·cm.
D.3.3 Voltage test on cores at 50 °C
The three samples tested in D.3.2 shall be immersed in potable tap water at (50 ± 2) °C for a
period of 14 days. During this period an a.c. test voltage of 1 000 V shall be applied between
each conductor and the water.
Immediately after this test the insulation resistance shall be measured in accordance to 8.1 of
EN 50395, at a temperature of (50 ± 2) °C.
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Annex E
(normative)
Water resistance test for H07RN8-F flexible cables – Mechanical
properties of sheath after water immersion
E.1 General
This test shall be carried out on samples taken from:
a) the sheath when applied as a single layer; or
b) the inner and outer layers of sheath when applied in two layers.
E.2 Procedure

Four sets of three dumb bell samples shall be taken from each layer of the sheath of the
cable as manufactured as described in EN 60811-1-1, 9.2.3, and conditioned for seven days
at a temperature of (20 ± 5) °C and a relative humidity of (50 ± 5) %. At the end of the
conditioning period the sets shall be used as follows:
a) One set shall be weighed to 0,1 mg. The samples shall then be immersed in potable tap
water at (50 ± 2) °C for 100 days.
After removal from the potable tap water, surface water shall be removed by wiping lightly
with a filter paper and the samples conditioned for 16 h at a temperature of (20 ± 5) °C and a
relative humidity of (50 ± 5) %.
The samples shall then be re-weighed and the weights determined to 0,1 mg as soon as
possible after removal from the conditioning chamber.
b) Three sets shall be used for determination of tensile strength and elongation at break
as follows:
1) Without immersion;
2) After immersion in potable tap water at (50 ± 2) °C for 28 days;
3) After immersion in potable tap water at (50 ± 2) °C for 100 days.
E.3 Requirements
a) Increase in mass
The increase of mass after immersion for 100 days shall not be greater than 40 % of the
mass before immersion.
b) Tensile strength and elongation at break
The tensile strength and elongation at break, as described in EN 60811-1-1, 9.2.7, after
immersion for 100 days shall be greater than or equal to the values given in Table E.1.
EN 50525-2-21:2011
EVS-EN 50525-2-21:2011 - 38 -
Table E.1 − Requirements for tensile strength and elongation at break
Parameter Units Inner layer Single layer/
outer layer
2
Tensile strength N/mm 5 7
Elongation at % 175 200
break
Variation between 28 days immersion and 100 days immersion:
TS 28 - TS 100
- 0,15 ≤ ≤ + 0,15
TS 28

EB 28 - EB100
- 0,2 ≤ ≤ + 0,2
EB 28
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EVS-EN 50525-2-21:2011
Annex F
(normative)
Special national conditions
Special national condition: National characteristic or practice that cannot be changed even over a long
period, e.g. climatic conditions, electrical earthing conditions. If it affects harmonization, it forms part of
the European Standard.
For the countries in which the relevant special national conditions apply these provisions are normative,
for other countries they are informative.
Clause Special national condition

Table B.1 Ireland, United Kingdom

Add:
3 x 1,25 0,8 1,0 7,8 10,2
NOTE This cable is intended for use on appliances fitted with 13 A plugs conforming to
BS 1363-1 or I.S. 401.
EN 50525-2-21:2011
EVS-EN 50525-2-21:2011 - 40 -
Bibliography
EN 50334 Marking by inscription for the identification of cores of electric
cables
EN 60719 Calculation of the lower and upper limits for the average outer
dimensions of cables with circular copper conductors and of rated
voltages up to and including 450/750 V (IEC 60719)
HD 516 Guide to use of low voltage harmonized cables
IEC 60502-1 2004 Power cables with extruded insulation and their accessories for
rated voltages from 1 kV (Um = 1,2 kV) up to
30 kV (Um = 36 kV) - Part 1: Cables for rated voltages of 1 kV
(Um = 1,2 kV) and 3 kV (Um = 3,6 kV)

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EESTI STANDARD EVS-EN 50525-2-21:2011

nimipingega kuni 450/750 V (U0/U). Osa 2-21:

Internal network licence for 2 users. Order No. 189239, 6/15/2016.

Euroopa standardimisorganisatsioonide poolt Date of Availability of the European standard text

kättesaadavaks tegemise kuupäev on

Internal network licence for 2 users. Order No. 189239, 6/15/2016.

Standard on kättesaadav Eesti The standard is available from Estonian

Standardite reprodutseerimis- ja levitamisõigus kuulub Eesti Standardikeskusele

Flexible cables with crosslinked elastomeric insulation

Internal network licence for 2 users. Order No. 189239, 6/15/2016.

Management Centre: Avenue Marnix 17, B - 1000 Brussels

Ref. No. EN 50525-2-21:2011 E

This document, which is one of a multipart series, supersedes HD 22.4 S4:2004,

The following dates were fixed:

– latest date by which the EN has to be implemented

Internal network licence for 2 users. Order No. 189239, 6/15/2016.

– latest date by which the national standards conflicting

5.2 Heavy duty multicore cables – H07RN8-F ............................................................. 12

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Internal network licence for 2 users. Order No. 189239, 6/15/2016.

EN 50525-2-21 applies to flexible cables, insulated with crosslinked elastomeric compound,

The cables are of rated voltages U 0 /U up to and including 450/750 V.

The following particular cable types are included:

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EN 50363-1 Insulating, sheathing and covering materials for low voltage

EN 60811-1-2 Insulating and sheathing materials of electric and optical cables -

EN 60811-1-4 Insulating and sheathing materials of electric and optical cables -

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4 General purpose cables

4.1 Ordinary duty cables – H05RR-F

The conductor shall be class 5, according to EN 60228.

4.1.1.2 Sizes of cable

The sizes of cable shall be:

The insulation shall be a cross-linked elastomeric compound, Type EI 4 to EN 50363-1,

The cores shall be twisted together.

NOTE 1 A centre filler may be used.

The sheath shall be a cross-linked elastomeric compound of Type EM 3 to EN 50363-2-1.

The sheath shall fill the spaces between the cores.

The colour of sheath is not specified.

Testing shall be in accordance with Table A.1, column 6.

Internal network licence for 2 users. Order No. 189239, 6/15/2016.

4.2 Ordinary duty cables – H05RN-F

The conductor shall be class 5, according to EN 60228.

4.2.1.2 Sizes of cable

The sizes of cable shall be:

The cores shall be twisted together.

NOTE 1 A centre filler may be used.

The sheath shall fill the spaces between the cores.

Testing shall be in accordance with Table A.1, column 7.

4.3 Heavy duty cables – H07RN-F

Internal network licence for 2 users. Order No. 189239, 6/15/2016.

The conductor shall be class 5, according to EN 60228.

4.3.1.2 Sizes of cable

The sizes of cable shall be:

The insulation shall be a cross-linked elastomeric compound, Type EI 4 to EN 50363-1,

NOTE It is permitted to apply a tape on each core.

NOTE 1 A centre filler may be used.

1) sheath in a single layer, cross-linked elastomeric compound of type EM 2 to

Internal network licence for 2 users. Order No. 189239, 6/15/2016.

Testing shall be in accordance with Table A.1, column 8.

4.4 Heavy duty multicore cables – H07RN-F

The conductor shall be class 5, according to EN 60228.

4.4.1.2 Sizes of cable