ASTM B1006-17
Standard Specification for Electrical Overhead Conductor Code Word Names

Standard No.

ASTM B1006-17

Release Date

2017

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

Status

Be replaced

Replace By

ASTM B1006-17(2023)

Latest

ASTM B1006-17(2023)

Scope

1.1 This specification lists code word names for bare overhead electrical conductors that are recognized in North America. A procedure has been outlined for adding additional code word names to this standard. Code word names have been in existence for many years describing various conductor constructions used in North America, Europe and elsewhere in the world. Their origin is not clearly understood. The historical basis of this standard originates from code word names developed years ago by member utility companies that participated in the US Aluminum Association, Technical Committee. 1.2 The code word names are grouped into tables of like constructions. The code word name construction can be modified with the use of suffix modifiers that identify additional construction variations. For example the type of steel core material used in an ACSR type of conductor may be modified with the letter designation “/GA3” denoting the strength and type of coating for the steel core material. 1.3 The tables provide the applicable ASTM standard for which the conductor construction may be built to. For conductors that are unique to use in Canada, the applicable CSA International standard is referenced. 1.4 The tables include code word names that are referenced in Canadian CSA and European CENELEC standards. The information is believed to be correct however the user of this document is encouraged to consult the applicable CSA or CENELEC standard for confirmation. 1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

ASTM B1006-17 Referenced Document

• ASTM B231/B231M Standard Specification for Concentric-Lay-Stranded Aluminum 1350 Conductors
• ASTM B232/B232M Standard Specification for Concentric-Lay-Stranded Aluminum Conductors, Coated-Steel Reinforced (ACSR)
• ASTM B399/B399M Standard Specification for Concentric-Lay-Stranded Aluminum-Alloy 6201-T81 Conductors
• ASTM B400/B400M Standard Specification for Compact Round Concentric-Lay-Stranded Aluminum 1350 Conductors*， 2023-10-01 Update
• ASTM B401 Standard Specification for Compact Round Concentric-Lay-Stranded Aluminum Conductors, Steel-Reinforced (ACSR/COMP)
• ASTM B498/B498M Standard Specification for Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) Steel Core Wire for Aluminum Conductors, Steel Reinforced (ACSR)
• ASTM B502/B502M Standard Specification for Aluminum-Clad Steel Core Wire for Use in Overhead Electrical Aluminum Conductors*， 2023-10-01 Update
• ASTM B549 Standard Specification for Concentric-Lay-Stranded Aluminum Conductors, Aluminum-Clad Steel Reinforced for Use in Overhead Electrical Conductors*， 2022-12-01 Update
• ASTM B606/B606M Standard Specification for High-Strength Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) Steel Core Wire for Use in Overhead Electrical Conductors*， 2023-10-01 Update
• ASTM B609/B609M Standard Specification for Aluminum 1350 Round Wire, Annealed and Intermediate Tempers, for Electrical Purposes
• ASTM B701/B701M Standard Specification for Concentric-Lay-Stranded Self-Damping Aluminum Conductors, Steel Reinforced (ACSR/SD)*， 2022-12-01 Update
• ASTM B778 Standard Specification for Shaped Wire Compact Concentric-Lay-Stranded Aluminum Conductors (AAC/TW)
• ASTM B779 Standard Specification for Shaped Wire Compact Concentric-Lay-Stranded Aluminum Conductors, Steel-Reinforced (ACSR/TW)
• ASTM B802/B802M Standard Specification for Zinc-5% Aluminum-Mischmetal Alloy-Coated Steel Core Wire for Aluminum Conductors, Steel Reinforced (ACSR)
• ASTM B803/B803M Standard Specification for High-Strength Zinc–5 % Aluminum-Mischmetal Alloy-Coated Steel Core Wire for Use in Overhead Electrical Conductors*， 2022-10-01 Update
• ASTM B856 Standard Specification for Concentric-Lay-Stranded Aluminum Conductors, Coated Steel Supported (ACSS)
• ASTM B857 Standard Specification for Shaped Wire Compact Concentric-Lay-Stranded Aluminum Conductors, Coated-Steel Supported (ACSS/TW)
• ASTM B911/B911M Standard Specification for ACSR Twisted Pair Conductor (ACSR/TP)*， 2022-06-01 Update
• ASTM B957/B957M Standard Specification for Extra-High-Strength and Ultra-High-Strength Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) Steel Core Wire for Use in Overhead Electrical Conductors*， 2023-10-01 Update
• ASTM B958/B958M Standard Specification for Extra-High-Strength and Ultra-High-Strength Class A Zinc–5% Aluminum-Mischmetal Alloy-Coated Steel Core Wire for Use in Overhead Electrical Conductors*， 2023-10-01 Update

ASTM B1006-17 history

• 2023 ASTM B1006-17(2023) Standard Specification for Electrical Overhead Conductor Code Word Names
• 2017 ASTM B1006-17 Standard Specification for Electrical Overhead Conductor Code Word Names