MALAYSIAN MS 2103:2007

STANDARD

ELECTRIC CABLE AND WIRE:

600/1 000 (Um = 1 200) V MULTI CORE PVC
INSULATED CABLE – ARMOURED

ICS: 29.060, 33.120

Descriptors: electric cable, wire, multi-core, PVC insulated, PVC sheathed, armoured cable

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CONTENTS

Page

Committee representation .............................................................................. ii

Foreword ...................................................................................................... iii

1 Scope ........................................................................................................... 1

2 Normative references ..................................................................................... 1

3 Definitions ..................................................................................................... 2

4 Construction .................................................................................................. 2

4.1 Conductors.................................................................................................... 2
4.2 Insulation ...................................................................................................... 2
4.3 Core identification.......................................................................................... 2
4.4 Laying up ...................................................................................................... 2
4.5 Bedding ........................................................................................................ 3
4.6 Armour.......................................................................................................... 3
4.7 Oversheath ................................................................................................... 3
4.8 Oversheath marking....................................................................................... 3

5 Drumming and packaging............................................................................... 4

6 Tests ............................................................................................................ 4

Tables

1 Two core cables 600/1 000 (1 200) V .............................................................. 5

2 Three core cables 600/1 000 (1 200) V............................................................ 6

3 Four core cables 600/1 000 (1 200) V ............................................................. 7

4 Five core cables 600/1 000 (1 200) V .............................................................. 8

5 Auxiliary cables 600/1 000 (1 200) V ............................................................... 9

6 Schedule of tests ........................................................................................... 10

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Committee representation

The Electrotechnical-1 Industry Standards Committee (ISC E-1) under whose authority this Malaysian Standard was
developed, comprises representatives from the following organisations:

Association of Consulting Engineers Malaysia

Department of Standards Malaysia
Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers
Independent Power Producer
Jabatan Kerja Raya Malaysia
Malaysian Cable Manufacturers Association
Malaysian Electrical Appliances and Distributors Association
Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs
Ministry of International Trade and Industry
Persatuan Pengguna-Pengguna Standard Malaysia
Pusat Tenaga Malaysia
SIRIM QAS International Sdn Bhd (Electrotechnical Testing Section)
SIRIM QAS International Sdn Bhd (Product Certification and Inspection Section)
Suruhanjaya Komunikasi dan Multimedia Malaysia
Suruhanjaya Tenaga
Tenaga Nasional Berhad
The Electrical and Electronics Association of Malaysia
The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia

The Technical Committee on Cables and Cable Accessories which developed this Malaysian Standard was managed
by the Malaysian Cable Manufacturers Association (MCMA) in its capacity as the Standards -Writing Organisation
which consists of representatives from the following organisations:

Association of Consulting Engineers Malaysia

Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Malaysia

Jabatan Kerja Raya Malaysia

Malaysian Cable Manufacturers Association (Secretariat)

Malaysian Electrical Appliances and Distributors Association

Persatuan Pengguna-Pengguna Standard Malaysia

PETRONAS

SIRIM Berhad

SIRIM QAS International Sdn Bhd (Electrotechnical Testing Section)

SIRIM QAS International Sdn Bhd (Product Certification and Inspection Section)

Suruhanjaya Tenaga

Telekom Malaysia Berhad

Tenaga Nasional Berhad

Universiti Malaya

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Committee representation (continued)

The Working Group on Cables and Cable Accessories which developed this Malaysian Standard consists of
representatives from the following organisations:

Fajar Cables Sdn Bhd

FEC Cables (M) Sdn Bhd

Fujikura Federal Cables Sdn Bhd

Leader Cable Industry Berhad

Mega Kabel Sdn Bhd

Olympic Cable Company Sdn Bhd

Pan International Wire & Cable Sdn Bhd

Power Cables Malaysia Sdn Bhd

Sama Kabel Sdn Bhd

Sindutch Cable Manufacturer Sdn Bhd

Southern Cable Sdn Bhd

Tai Sin Electric Cables (M) Sdn Bhd

Tenaga Cable Industries Sdn Bhd

Universal Cable (M) Bhd

Utama Cables Sdn Bhd

Wonderf ul Wire & Cable Berhad

Co-opted members:

Federal Power Sdn Bhd

SDKM Fibers, Wires & Cables Berhad

Supercomal Technologies Sdn Bhd

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia

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FOREWORD

This Malaysian Standard was developed by the Technical Committee on Cables and Cable
Accessories under the authority of the Electrotechnical Industry Standards Committee (ISC E-
1). Development of this standard was carried out by the Malaysian Cable Manufacturers
Association which is the Standards-Writing Organisation appointed by SIRIM Berhad to
develop standards for cables and cable accessories.

In the preparation of this standard, consideration was given to IEC 60502-1:2004 Second
edition, Power cables with extruded insulation and their accessories for rated voltage from 1
kV (U m = 1.2 kV) up to 30 kV (Um = 36 kV) – Part 1: Cables for rated voltage of 1 kV (Um = 1.2
kV) and 3 kV (Um = 3.6 kV), published by the International Electrotechnical Commission.

The Technical Committee has determined that minor differences in construction and test
requirement to the IEC 60502-1 are necessary and this has been incorporated to comply with
the prevailing practices of cable manufacturers and users in Malaysia. These are as follows:

a)spark testing of insulation has been included;

b)requirement for oversheath markings has been included;

c) standard requirements for drumming and packaging of completed cables have been
included; and

d)tests at low temperature for insulation and oversheath which are not suited to conditions in
Malaysia have been excluded.

Compliance with a Malaysian Standard does not of itself confer immunity from legal
obligations.

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ELECTRIC CABLE AND WIRE: 600/1 000 (U m = 1 200) V MULTI CORE

PVC INSULATED CABLES – ARMOURED

1. Scope
This Malaysian Standard specifies the construction, dimension and test requirements of PVC
insulated, PVC sheathed multi-core cables, armoured for operation at rated voltage 600/1 000
(1 200) V.

The cable as prescribe are generally use for low voltage, underground fixed installation
system for the distribution network. It is not intended for use in prolonged water logged
conditions and for specialised applications (e.g. welding, crane lifting, mines, aerial), which
are covered by other Malaysian Standards, where applicable.

2. Normative references
The following normative references are indispensable for the application of this standard. For
dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of
the normative references (including any amendments) applies.

BS 5099, Specification for spark testing of electric cable

MS IEC 60228, Conductors of insulated cables

MS IEC 60811-1-1, Common test methods for insulating and sheathing materials of electric
cables – Part 1: Methods for general application – Section 1: Measurement of thickness and
overall dimensions – Tests for determining the mechanical properties

MS IEC 60811-1-2, Common test methods for insulating and sheathing materials of electric
cables - Part 1: Methods for general application - Section 2: Thermal ageing methods

MS IEC 60811-1-3, Common test methods for insulating and sheathing materials of electric
cables - Part 1: Methods for general application - Section 3: Methods for determining the
density - Water absorption tests - shrinkage test

MS IEC 60811-3-1, Common test methods for insulating and sheathing materials of electric
cables - Part 3: Methods specific to PVC compounds - Section 1: Pressure test at high
temperature - Test for resistance to cracking

MS IEC 60811-3-2, Common test methods for insulating and sheathing materials of electric
cables - Part 3: Methods specific to PVC compounds - Section 2: Loss of mass test - Thermal
stability test

IEC 60502-1, Power cables with extruded insulation and their accessories for rated voltages
from 1 kV (U m = 1.2 kV) up to 30 kV (U m = 36 kV) - Part 1: Cables for rated voltages of 1 kV
(U m = 1.2 kV) and 3 kV (Um = 3.6 kV)

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3. Definitions

For the purposes of this standard, the definitions given in IEC 60502-1 apply.

4. Construction

4.1 Conductors

4.1.1 The conductor shall be Class 1 or Class 2 plain aluminium or annealed copper
complying with the requirements of MS IEC 60228.

4.1.2 The nominal areas of the conductors are given in Tables 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.

4.2 Insulation

4.2.1 The insulation shall be PVC/A in accordance with IEC 60502-1.

4.2.2 The nominal and minimum thickness of insulation shall be as specified in Tables 1, 2,
3, 4 and 5. For each piece of core, the smallest value measured shall not fall below 90 % of
the nominal value by more than 0.1 mm.

4.3 Core identification

The cores shall be identified by colours for cables up to 5 cores and by numbers for cables of
6 cores and above.

4.3.1 Colour coding shall be in accordance with the following sequence:

Number of cores Identification

Two-core Red, Black

Three-core Red, Yellow, Blue

Four-core Red, Yellow, Blue, Black

Five -core Red, Yellow, Blue, Black, Green/Yellow

The colour shall remain identifiable throughout the length of the cable.

4.3.2 Numbers of each core shall be printed in a colour contrasting with that of the
insulation. Numbers shall be marked sequentially starting with number 1. The intervals
between adjacent numbers shall not exceed 70 mm. The height of individual number shall not
be less than 1.5 mm.

4.4 Laying up

The outermost layer of the laid-up cores shall be of right hand direction of lay. Where
necessary, non-hygroscopic fillers may be applied integrally with the bedding to form a
compact and circular cable. There shall be no adhesion between the bedding and the
insulation. Where the bedding is applied integrally with the fillers, it shall be possible to strip it
from the cable without damaging the insulation of the cores.
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4.5 Bedding

The bedding shall be an extruded layer of PVC ST1 in accordance with IEC 60502-1. Unless
otherwise specified, the colour of the bedding shall be black.

The nominal and minimum thickness of extruded bedding shall be as specified in Tables 1, 2,
3, 4 and 5.

4.6 Armour

4.6.1 Wire armour, which consist of a single layer of galvanized steel wires of the size
indicated in Tables 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5, complying with the requirements of IEC 60502-1, shall be
applied over the bedding.

4.6.2 When joint in armour wire are necessary they shall be brazed or welded and any
surface irregularity shall be removed. A joint in any wire shall be not less than 1 m from the
nearest joint in the complete cable.

4.6.3 The direction of lay of the armour in cable shall be left hand.

4.6.4 Layer(s) of binding tape may be applied over the armour.

4.7 Oversheath

The oversheath shall be PVC ST1 in accordance with IEC 60502-1, shall be applied over the
armour. Unless otherwise specified, the colour of the oversheath shall be black.

The nominal and minimum thickness of the oversheath shall be as specified in Tables 1,2,
3, 4 and 5.

4.8 Oversheath marking

The oversheath shall be marked with a complete set of elements in the order specified below.
The distance between the end and start of each element shall not exceed 50 mm while the
distance between the end and start of each complete set of element shall not exceed 250
mm. The markings shall consist of upright block characters of approximately the same height
of between 1.5 mm to 10 mm.

Element Example of marking

Electric cable ELECTRIC CABLE

Voltage designation 600/1000 V

Standard no. MS WWWW

Manufacturer’s identification

Number of cores, nominal area and type of conductor, e.g. for 4 core cables

a) Copper conductor cables 4 x 300 SQMM CU

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b) Aluminium conductor cables 4 x 300 SQMM AL

Year of manufacture

5. Drumming and packaging

Both ends of the cable shall be effectively sealed against ingress of moisture, dirt and insects.
Cable drums shall be lagged in order to protect the cable from damage, and the end of the
cable projecting from the drum shall also be protected from damage.

Each drum shall bear a distinguished number on the outside of the flange and particulars as
follows:

a) Cable type PVC/PVC/SWA/PVC

b) Voltage rating 600/1000 V

c) Length (m)

d) Conductor size (mm²)

e) Net weight (kg)

f) Gross weight (kg)

g) Manufacturer’s identification

h) Contract number (if applicable)

i) Drum number

For cables supplied in coils, the manufacturer shall similarly provide the above particulars in a
manner as deemed appropriate

6. Tests

Cables shall comply with the test specified in this clause. The category of test, criteria and
reference for the tests method for cables manufactured to this standard are given in Table 6.
The tests shall be performed at room temperature, unless otherwise specified.

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Table 1. Two core cables 600/1 000 (1 200) V

Shape of Nominal Thickness of insulation Thickness of bedding Nominal Thickness of

conductor area of armour oversheath
conductor Nominal Minimum Nominal Minimum wire Nominal Minimum
at any at any diameter at any
point point point
(mm²) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)
Circular solid 1.5 0.8 0.62 1.0 0.60 0.9 1.8 1.24
conductor
2.5 0.8 0.62 1.0 0.60 0.9 1.8 1.24

Circular or 1.5 0.8 0.62 1.0 0.60 0.9 1.8 1.24

circular
compacted 2.5 0.8 0.62 1.0 0.60 0.9 1.8 1.24
stranded
4 1.0 0.80 1.0 0.60 0.9 1.8 1.24
conductor
6 1.0 0.80 1.0 0.60 1.25 1.8 1.24

10 1.0 0.80 1.0 0.60 1.25 1.8 1.24

16 1.0 0.80 1.0 0.60 1.25 1.8 1.24

25 1.2 0.98 1.0 0.60 1.6 1.8 1.24

35 1.2 0.98 1.0 0.60 1.6 1.8 1.24

Shape 16 1.0 0.80 1.0 0.60 1.25 1.8 1.24

stranded
conductor 25 1.2 0.98 1.0 0.60 1.6 1.8 1.24

35 1.2 0.98 1.0 0.60 1.6 1.8 1.24

50 1.4 1.16 1.0 0.60 1.6 1.9 1.32

70 1.4 1.16 1.0 0.60 2.0 2.0 1.40

95 1.6 1.34 1.2 0.76 2.0 2.2 1.56

120 1.6 1.34 1.2 0.76 2.0 2.3 1.64

150 1.8 1.52 1.2 0.76 2.5 2.4 1.72

185 2.0 1.70 1.4 0.92 2.5 2.6 1.88

240 2.2 1.88 1.4 0.92 2.5 2.8 2.04

300 2.4 2.06 1.6 1.08 2.5 2.9 2.12

400 2.6 2.24 1.6 1.08 2.5 3.2 2.36

500 2.8 2.42 1.8 1.24 3.15 3.4 2.52

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Table 2. Three core cables 600/1 000 (1 200) V

Shape of Nominal Thickness of Thickness of bedding Nominal Thickness of
conductor area of insulation armour oversheath
conductor Nominal Minimum Nominal Minimum wire Nominal Minimum
at any at any diameter at any
point point point
(mm²) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)
Circular 1.5 0.8 0.62 1.0 0.60 0.9 1.8 1.24
solid
conductor 2.5 0.8 0.62 1.0 0.60 0.9 1.8 1.24

Circular or 1.5 0.8 0.62 1.0 0.60 0.9 1.8 1.24

circular
compacted 2.5 0.8 0.62 1.0 0.60 0.9 1.8 1.24
stranded
4 1.0 0.80 1.0 0.60 1.25 1.8 1.24
conductor
6 1.0 0.80 1.0 0.60 1.25 1.8 1.24

10 1.0 0.80 1.0 0.60 1.25 1.8 1.24

16 1.0 0.80 1.0 0.60 1.25 1.8 1.24

25 1.2 0.98 1.0 0.60 1.6 1.8 1.24

35 1.2 0.98 1.0 0.60 1.6 1.8 1.24

Shape 16 1.0 0.80 1.0 0.60 1.25 1.8 1.24

stranded
conductor 25 1.2 0.98 1.0 0.60 1.6 1.8 1.24

35 1.2 0.98 1.0 0.60 1.6 1.8 1.24

50 1.4 1.16 1.0 0.60 1.6 2.0 1.40

70 1.4 1.16 1.2 0.76 2.0 2.1 1.48

95 1.6 1.34 1.2 0.76 2.0 2.2 1.56

120 1.6 1.34 1.2 0.76 2.0 2.3 1.64

150 1.8 1.52 1.4 0.92 2.5 2.5 1.80

185 2.0 1.70 1.4 0.92 2.5 2.7 1.96

240 2.2 1.88 1.6 1.08 2.5 2.9 2.12

300 2.4 2.06 1.6 1.08 2.5 3.1 2.28

400 2.6 2.24 1.6 1.08 3.15 3.4 2.52

500 2.8 2.42 1.8 1.24 3.15 3.6 2.68

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Table 3. Four core cables 600/1 000 (1 200) V

Shape of Nominal Thickness of Thickness of bedding Nominal Thickness of

conductor area of insulation armour oversheath
conductor Nominal Minimum Nominal Minimum wire Nominal Minimum
at any at any diameter at any
point point point
(mm²) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)
Circular 1.5 0.8 0.62 1.0 0.60 0.9 1.8 1.24
solid
conductor 2.5 0.8 0.62 1.0 0.60 0.9 1.8 1.24

Circular or 1.5 0.8 0.62 1.0 0.60 0.9 1.8 1.24

circular
compacted 2.5 0.8 0.62 1.0 0.60 0.9 1.8 1.24
stranded
4 1.0 0.80 1.0 0.60 1.25 1.8 1.24
conductor
6 1.0 0.80 1.0 0.60 1.25 1.8 1.24

10 1.0 0.80 1.0 0.60 1.25 1.8 1.24

16 1.0 0.80 1.0 0.60 1.6 1.8 1.24

25 1.2 0.98 1.0 0.60 1.6 1.8 1.24

35 1.2 0.98 1.0 0.60 1.6 1.9 1.32

Shape 16 1.0 0.80 1.0 0.60 1.6 1.8 1.24

stranded
conductor 25 1.2 0.98 1.0 0.60 1.6 1.8 1.24

35 1.2 0.98 1.0 0.60 1.6 1.9 1.32

50 1.4 1.16 1.2 0.76 2.0 2.1 1.48

70 1.4 1.16 1.2 0.76 2.0 2.2 1.56

95 1.6 1.34 1.2 0.76 2.5 2.4 1.72

120 1.6 1.34 1.4 0.92 2.5 2.5 1.80

150 1.8 1.52 1.4 0.92 2.5 2.7 1.96

185 2.0 1.70 1.6 1.08 2.5 2.9 2.12

240 2.2 1.88 1.6 1.08 2.5 3.1 2.28

300 2.4 2.06 1.6 1.08 2.5 3.3 2.44

400 2.6 2.24 1.8 1.24 3.15 3.6 2.68

500 2.8 2.42 1.8 1.24 3.15 3.9 2.92

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Table 4. Five core cables 600/1 000 (1 200) V

Shape of Nominal Thickness of Thickn ess of bedding Nominal Thickness of

conductor area of insulation armour oversheath
conductor Nominal Minimum Nominal Minimum wire Nominal Minimum
at any at any diameter at any
point point point
(mm²) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)
Circular 1.5 0.8 0.62 1.0 0.60 0.9 1.8 1.24
solid
conductor 2.5 0.8 0.62 1.0 0.60 0.9 1.8 1.24

Circular or 1.5 0.8 0.62 1.0 0.60 0.9 1.8 1.24

circular
compacted 2.5 0.8 0.62 1.0 0.60 0.9 1.8 1.24
stranded
4 1.0 0.80 1.0 0.60 1.25 1.8 1.24
conductor
6 1.0 0.80 1.0 0.60 1.25 1.8 1.24

10 1.0 0.80 1.0 0.60 1.6 1.8 1.24

16 1.0 0.80 1.0 0.60 1.6 1.8 1.24

25 1.2 0.98 1.0 0.60 1.6 1.9 1.32

35 1.2 0.98 1.0 0.60 1.6 2.0 1.40

50 1.4 1.16 1.2 0.76 2.0 2.2 1.56

70 1.4 1.16 1.2 0.76 2.0 2.3 1.64

95 1.6 1.34 1.4 0.92 2.5 2.5 1.80

120 1.6 1.34 1.4 0.92 2.5 2.7 1.96

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Table 5. Auxiliary cables 600/1 000 (1 200) V

Number of Nominal Thickness of Thickness of bedding Nominal Thickness of

cores area of insulation armour oversheath
conductor Nominal Minimum Nominal Minimum diameter Nominal Minimum
at any at any at any
point point point
(mm²) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)
7 1.0 0.60 0.9 1.8 1.24

12 1.0 0.60 1.25 1.8 1.24

19 1.5 0.8 0.62 1.0 0.60 1.6 1.8 1.24

27 1.0 0.60 1.6 1.8 1.24

37 1.0 0.60 1.6 1.9 1.32

48 1.0 0.60 1.6 2.0 1.40

7 1.0 0.60 1.25 1.8 1.24

12 1.0 0.60 1.25 1.8 1.24

19 2.5 0.8 0.62 1.0 0.60 1.6 1.8 1.24

27 1.0 0.60 1.6 1.9 1.32

37 1.0 0.60 1.6 2.0 1.40

48 1.2 0.76 2.0 2.1 1.48

7 1.0 0.60 1.25 1.8 1.24

12 1.0 0.60 1.6 1.8 1.24

19 4 1.0 0.80 1.0 0.60 1.6 1.9 1.32

27 1.2 0.76 2.0 2.1 1.48

37 1.2 0.76 2.0 2.2 1.56

48 1.2 0.76 2.5 2.4 1.72

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Table 6. Schedule of tests

Tests Requirement Category Reference test

of test* method

Conductors:

Conductor construction Shall comply with MS IEC 60228 S MS IEC 60228

Insulation:

Thickness Shall comply with Tables 1, 2, 3, 4, S/T MS IEC 60811-1-1

and 5

Mechanical test without Shall comply with IEC 60502-1 T MS IEC 60811-1-1
ageing

Mechanical test after ageing Shall comply with IEC 60502-1 T MS IEC 60811-1-1
in air oven MS IEC 60811-1-2

Hot pressure test Shall comply with IEC 60502-1 T MS IEC 60811-3-1
(indentation)

Heat shock test Shall comply with IEC 60502-1 T MS IEC 60811-3-1

Water absorption test Shall comply with IEC 60502-1 T MS IEC 60811-1-3

Spark test (online) Shall comply with BS 5099 R BS 5099

Bedding:

Mechanical test without Tensile strength not les s than 4 N/mm² S MS IEC 60811-1-1
ageing
Elongation at break not less than 50 % S MS IEC 60811-1-1

Armour:

Wire diameter Shall comply with IEC 60502-1 S IEC 60502-1

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Table 6. Schedule of tests (continued)

Tests Requirement Category Reference test

of test* method

Oversheath:

Thickness Shall comply with Tables 1, 2, 3, 4 and S/T MS IEC 60811-1-1

5

Mechanical test without Shall comply with IEC 60502-1 S MS IEC 60811-1-1
ageing
S MS IEC 60811-1-1
Mechanical test after ageing Shall comply with IEC 60502-1 MS IEC 60811-1-2
in air oven

Hot pressure test Shall comply with IEC 60502-1 T MS IEC 60811-3-1
(indentation)

Heat shock test Shall comply with IEC 60502-1 T MS IEC 60811-3-1

Tests on complete cables:

Measurement of electrical Shall comply with IEC 60502-1 R MS IEC 60228

resistance

High voltage a.c. test for 5 Shall comply with IEC 60502-1 R IEC 60502-1
min

High voltage a.c. test for 4 h Shall comply with IEC 60502-1 T IEC 60502-1

Insulation resistance at 20°C Shall comply with IEC 60502-1 T IEC 60502-1
and at maximum conductor
temperature

Cable markings Shall comply with this standard R Visual

Flame spread test on single Shall comply with IEC 60502-1 T IEC 60502-1
cables

Additional ageing test of Shall comply with IEC 60502-1 T IEC 60502-1
completed cables

* The categories of tests as defined in MS XXXX are as follows:

R – Routine test
T – Type test
S – Sample test

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Acknowledgements

Technical Committee on Cables and Cable Accessories members:

Mr Lokman Ahmad Dahlan (Chairman) Malaysian Cable Manufacturers Association

Ms Sara Kong (Secretary) Malaysian Cable Manufacturers Association
Ir Looi Hip Peu Association of Consulting Engineers
Malaysia
Mr Ahmad Izram Osman Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Malaysia
Mr Ir. Chuang Chu Kuen/ Jabatan Kerja Raya Malaysia
Mr Muhamed Tarmizy Yaacob/
Mr Yusof Ramli
Mr V. T. Doshi Malaysian Electrical Appliances and
Distributors Association (MEADA)
Ms Anuradha Chelliah Persatuan Pengguna-Pengguna Standard
Malaysia
Mr M. Faudzi M. Yasir/ PETRONAS
Mr Nik Abdul Aziz Mohamed
Ms Nuriyati Abdul Rahman SIRIM Berhad
Mr Lim Cheng Meng SIRIM QAS International Sdn Bhd
(Electrotechnical Testing Section)
Ms Roslinah Abdullah SIRIM QAS International Sdn Bhd
(Product Certification and Inspection
Section)
Ir Ismail Anuar Suruhanjaya Tenaga
Mr Loh Siew Kwee Telekom Malaysia Berhad
Mr Muhd Azizi Abd Rahman Tenaga Nasional Berhad
Dr Mohd Rozailan Ibrahim Universiti Malaya

Working Group on Cables and Cable Accessories:

Mr Saupian Mohamad Zin Fajar Cables Sdn Bhd

Mr Albert Tan/ FEC Cables (M) Sdn Bhd
Mr Amizar Hashim/
Mr Jaafar Noor
Ms Cheng Siew Guay/ Fujikura Federal Cables Sdn Bhd
Mr Teoh Seng Long
Mr Ir. Oo Kim Seng/ Leader Cable Industry Berhad
Mr Tan Lip Keat
Mr Loo Kam Tim/ Mega Kabel Sdn Bhd
Mr Tan Kean Boon
Mr Cheng Yam Guan/ Olympic Cable Company Sdn Bhd
Mr Tan Kian Chai/
Mr Tui Kim Chuan
Mr Yong Foo Seng Power Cables Malaysia Sdn Bhd
Mr Low Yoon Onn/ Sindutch Cable Manufacturer Sdn Bhd
Mr Ong Boon Sun
Mr Ng Hien Shui Tai Sin Electric Cables (M) Sdn Bhd
Ms Nor Hanita Binti Abdul Ghani Tenaga Cable Industries Sdn Bhd

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Acknowledgements (continued)

Mr Azman Yusoff/ Universal Cable (M) Bhd

Mr Chen Wee Tong/
Ms Tay Shin Yea
Mr Lim Oui Kiong/ Utama Cables Sdn Bhd
Mr Ng Ah Dai
Mr Foong Kam Cheng/ Wonderful Wire & Cable Berhad
Mr Kamal Azahari Khamis

Co-opted members:

Mr Mohd Nasir Hashim/ Federal Power Sdn Bhd

Mr Mohd Zainurin Ayob/
Mr Ramzi Hassan/
Mr Satoru Yoshikawa
Mr Moh Ket Wai SDKM Fibers, Wires & Cables Berhad
Mr Lim Chin Gian/ Supercomal Technologies Sdn Bhd
Mr Nik Abd. Aziz/
Mr Yap Ee Leong
Dr Hussein Ahmad Universiti Teknologi Malaysia

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