IEEE - The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers@ Inc.
Scope
This standard applies to cable-pulling lubricants (compounds) and the testing and analysis of their interaction with wire and cable. Cable-pulling lubricants are used to lower the friction on cables when they are installed (pulled) into conduits@ ducts@ or directionally bored holes. These lubricants and/or their residues are in direct contact with the cable exterior covering and may remain so for the life of the cable. Cable-pulling lubricants should be compatible with the cable. They should not interfere with the function of any component of the cable system that they contact.Compatibility of cable-pulling lubricants with cable coverings is the only subject of this standard. Other important performance criteria for cable-pulling lubricants@ such as friction reduction@ toxicity@ combustibility@ and so on@ are not discussed.This standard uses accepted cable performance standards whenever possible. Relevant standards are cited in the text and listed in Clause 2 and Annex A.