What is BS EN 50655-1- Fingerprinting for resinous compounds about?
BS EN 50655 is a European Standard that discusses material characterization of electric cable accessories, that can ensure undesired consequences of poor insulation are minimized.
BS EN 50655-1 is the first part of the multi-series that specifies the test methods and requirements of tests for fingerprinting of solvent-free polymerizable, reacting resinous compound intended to be used for electrical insulation and/or mechanical protection in cable accessories.
Fingerprinting testing of materials does not have a mandatory link to type testing of accessories.
Note: Information on health and safety is given in Annex A.
Who is BS EN 50655-1 - Fingerprinting for resinous compounds for?
BS EN 50655-1 on fingerprinting for resinous compounds is relevant to:
- Manufacturers of electric cable accessories
- Manufacturers and suppliers of insulating materials
- Quality control and testing personnel
- Electrical engineers
- Product design engineers
Why should you use BS EN 50655-1 - Fingerprinting for resinous compounds?
Resinous compounds are compounds for cable accessories made by a mixture of at least two components, that contribute to maintaining adequate levels of electrical insulation. However, assessing the performance of these plastic and rubber insulating materials is a critical step to ensuring the intended durability and service-life of the cable accessories is maintained.
BS EN 50655-1 walks you through the process of fingerprinting resinous compounds, that is a test made to establish and subsequently confirm the properties of materials or components used in cable accessories.
Thus, if you are a manufacturer, compliance with BS EN 50655-1 can help you demonstrate satisfactory performance characteristics of materials or components of a cable accessory to meet the intended application.