EN 60811-202:2012/A2:2023
(Amendment)Electric and optical fibre cables - Test methods for non-metallic materials - Part 202: General tests - Measurement of thickness of non-metallic sheath
Electric and optical fibre cables - Test methods for non-metallic materials - Part 202: General tests - Measurement of thickness of non-metallic sheath
Kabel, isolierte Leitungen und Glasfaserkabel - Prüfverfahren für nichtmetallene Werkstoffe - Teil 202: Allgemeine Prüfungen - Messung der Wanddicke von nichtmetallenen Mänteln
Câbles électriques et à fibres optiques - Méthodes d'essai pour les matériaux non métalliques - Partie 202: Essais généraux - Mesure de l'épaisseur des gaines non métalliques
Električni in optični kabli - Preskuševalne metode za nekovinske materiale - 202. del: Meritve debeline nekovinskih plaščev - Dopolnilo A2 (IEC 60811-202:2012/AMD2:2023)
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 07-Dec-2023
- Technical Committee
- CLC/TC 20 - Electric cables
- Drafting Committee
- IEC/TC 20 - IEC_TC_20
- Current Stage
- 6060 - Document made available - Publishing
- Start Date
- 08-Dec-2023
- Due Date
- 17-Jul-2025
- Completion Date
- 08-Dec-2023
Relations
- Effective Date
- 26-Jul-2022
Overview
EN 60811-202:2012/A2:2023 is a critical European standard that specifies test methods for measuring the thickness of non-metallic sheaths used in electric and optical fibre cables. Developed by the European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization (CLC) in alignment with the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standards, this document is an amendment (A2) to the original EN 60811-202:2012. It sets out precise general testing procedures for assessing sheath thickness to ensure cable integrity, performance, and compliance with international quality expectations.
This standard is essential for manufacturers, testing laboratories, and certification bodies involved in the production and verification of insulating materials for electrical and optical fibre cables. It promotes harmonization across Europe and supports global trade by aligning measurement methods with IEC 60811-202:2012/AMD2:2023.
Key Topics
Measurement Equipment Requirements
The standard mandates the use of highly accurate measurement tools such as measuring microscopes, profile projectors with at least 10x magnification, or optical digital image analyzers that allow readings to 0.01 mm precision. For very thin sheaths (under 0.5 mm), an estimated reading to three decimal places is required.Micrometer Usage for Specific Cases
For sheaths on smooth underlying surfaces, a micrometer with a ball nose radius between 2.5 mm and 3 mm is acceptable. For thicker sheaths-especially those exceeding 5 mm or made from certain material types (including ST1, ST2, ST3, ST7, ST8, ST12)-any of the specified instruments can be utilized, depending on the application.Avoiding Material Deformation
The document highlights the importance of using measuring devices that do not deform the sheath during measurement, which could compromise accuracy and lead to incorrect thickness readings.Standard Compliance and Implementation
National standardization bodies within CENELEC's member countries are committed to adopting this amendment by September 2024. This ensures uniformity in non-metallic sheath thickness measurements across Europe and supports industry-wide quality assurance.
Applications
Cabling Industry Quality Control
Manufacturers of electric and optical fibre cables use EN 60811-202:2012/A2:2023 to verify sheath thickness and ensure that cable insulation meets design and safety criteria, preventing electrical shorts, mechanical damage, and environmental deterioration.Testing and Certification Laboratories
Accredited labs employ the prescribed measurement methods to certify compliance with cable standards, facilitating global market access and regulatory approvals.Material Research and Development
Engineers developing new polymeric or composite insulating materials rely on these precise measurement protocols to assess physical properties and optimize sheath performance.Regulatory and Safety Assessments
Regulatory authorities reference this standard to assess product safety and compliance, guaranteeing that cables installed in infrastructure conform to internationally accepted specifications.
Related Standards
IEC 60811 Series
A comprehensive set of international test methods for non-metallic materials used in electric cables, covering physical, mechanical, electrical, and environmental properties.EN 50290
Cables made with halogen-free materials; focused on cable fire performance but often referencing sheath thickness for mechanical integrity.ISO/IEC Directives
Provide procedural guidelines supporting the development, revision, and consistent application of international electrotechnical standards like EN 60811-202.
Keywords: EN 60811-202, non-metallic sheath thickness, electric cable testing, optical fibre cable standards, IEC 60811, cable insulation measurement, measuring microscope, profile projector, micrometer, cable quality control, CENELEC standard, cable sheath measurement methods.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 60811-202:2012/A2:2023 is a amendment published by CLC. Its full title is "Electric and optical fibre cables - Test methods for non-metallic materials - Part 202: General tests - Measurement of thickness of non-metallic sheath". This standard covers: Electric and optical fibre cables - Test methods for non-metallic materials - Part 202: General tests - Measurement of thickness of non-metallic sheath
Electric and optical fibre cables - Test methods for non-metallic materials - Part 202: General tests - Measurement of thickness of non-metallic sheath
EN 60811-202:2012/A2:2023 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 29.035.01 - Insulating materials in general; 29.060.20 - Cables. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 60811-202:2012/A2:2023 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 60811-202:2012. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 60811-202:2012/A2:2023 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2014/35/EU. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-februar-2024
Električni in optični kabli - Preskuševalne metode za nekovinske materiale - 202.
del: Meritve debeline nekovinskih plaščev - Dopolnilo A2 (IEC 60811-
202:2012/AMD2:2023)
Electric and optical fibre cables - Test methods for non-metallic materials - Part 202:
General tests - Measurement of thickness of non-metallic sheath (IEC 60811-
202:2012/AMD2:2023)
Kabel, isolierte Leitungen und Glasfaserkabel - Prüfverfahren für nichtmetallene
Werkstoffe - Teil 202: Allgemeine Prüfungen – Messung der Wanddicke von
nichtmetallenen Mänteln (IEC 60811-202:2012/AMD2:2023)
Câbles électriques et à fibres optiques - Méthodes d'essai pour les matériaux non
métalliques - Partie 202: Essais généraux - Mesure de l'épaisseur des gaines non
métalliques (IEC 60811-202:2012/AMD2:2023)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 60811-202:2012/A2:2023
ICS:
29.035.01 Izolacijski materiali na Insulating materials in
splošno general
29.060.20 Kabli Cables
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 60811-202:2012/A2
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM December 2023
ICS 29.035.01; 29.060.20
English Version
Electric and optical fibre cables - Test methods for non-metallic
materials - Part 202: General tests - Measurement of thickness
of non-metallic sheath
(IEC 60811-202:2012/AMD2:2023)
Câbles électriques et à fibres optiques - Méthodes d'essai Kabel, isolierte Leitungen und Glasfaserkabel -
pour les matériaux non métalliques - Partie 202: Essais Prüfverfahren für nichtmetallene Werkstoffe - Teil 202:
généraux - Mesure de l'épaisseur des gaines non Allgemeine Prüfungen - Messung der Wanddicke von
métalliques nichtmetallenen Mänteln
(IEC 60811-202:2012/AMD2:2023) (IEC 60811-202:2012/AMD2:2023)
This amendment A2 modifies the European Standard EN 60811-202:2012; it was approved by CENELEC on 2023-12-07. CENELEC
members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this amendment the
status of a national standard without any alteration.
Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC
Management Centre or to any CENELEC member.
This amendment exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translation under the
responsibility of a CENELEC member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre has the same status as
the official versions.
CENELEC members are the national electrotechnical committees of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic,
Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the
Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Republic of North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,
Türkiye and the United Kingdom.
European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization
Comité Européen de Normalisation Electrotechnique
Europäisches Komitee für Elektrotechnische Normung
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© 2023 CENELEC All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved worldwide for CENELEC Members.
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European foreword
The text of document 20/2127/FDIS, future IEC 60811-202/AMD2, prepared by IEC/TC 20 "Electric
cables" was submitted to the IEC-CENELEC parallel vote and approved by CENELEC as
The following dates are fixed:
• latest date by which the document has to be implemented at national (dop) 2024-09-07
level by publication of an identical national standard or by endorsement
• latest date by which the national standards conflicting with the (dow) 2026-12-07
document have to be withdrawn
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CENELEC shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
Any feedback and questions on this document should be directed to the users’ national committee. A
complete listing of these bodies can be found on the CENELEC website.
Endorsement notice
The text of the International Standard IEC 60811-202:2012/AMD2:2023 was approved by CENELEC
as a European Standard without any modification.
IEC 60811-202 ®
Edition 1.0 2023-11
INTERNATIONAL
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AMENDMENT 2
AMENDEMENT 2
Electric and optical fibre cables – Test methods for non-metallic materials –
Part 202: General tests – Measurement of thickness of non-metallic sheath
Câbles électriques et à fibres optiques – Méthodes d'essai pour les matériaux
non métalliques –
Partie 202: Essais généraux – Mesure de l'épaisseur des gaines non métalliques
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