Print Page Email Page Smaller Text Larger Text

BSI BS EN 50265-2-1: Common Test Methods for Cables Under Fire Conditions - Test for Resistance to Vertical Flame Propagation for a Single Insulated Conductor or Cable - Part 2-1: Procedures - 1 kW Pre-Mixed Flame

Publication Date: Sep 15, 1999
SDO: BSI: British Standards Institution
 DOD Adopted   ANSI Approved Approved

Specifies the use of a 1 kW pre-mixed flame and is for general use, except that the procedure may not be suitable for small single insulated conductors or cables of less than 0.5 sq. mm total cross-section, or for small optical fibre cables. In those cases, the procedure in BS EN 50265-2-2 is recommended. To be read in conjunction with BS EN 50265-1:1999

Electric cables
Insulated cables
Single-core cables
Electric wires
Insulated wires
Electric conductors
Fire resistance
Vertical
Fire spread prevention
Fire tests
Flammability
Flames
Ignitability
Flame propagation
Optical fibres
Test specimens
Specimen preparation
Position
Safety measures
Test duration
Diameter
Test equipment
Graphic representation
Performance
Performance testing

Buy this Standard Now

Or if you answer yes to any of these questions:


  • Do you purchase more than $3000 in standards per year?
  • Do you purchase many different kinds of standards?
  • Do you have multiple employees accessing the same standards?

You may save money by purchasing more comprehensive online access.

* Required field

* First Name:

* Last Name:

* Email Address: