BS 8434-2:2003 PDF

Scope: This British Standard specifies a method of test to be used for small unprotected cables where the requirements of BS EN 50200 are modified to use a flame temperature of (9300 ) ℃ and the application of water spray. Compliance with the requirements of BS 5839-1:2002, 26.2e) may be demonstrated using this method. NOTE 1 UK has been granted derogation from standstill from CENELEC Procedures in respect of the publication of BS 8434-2:2003. NOTE 2 The method of water spray application is described in BS 8434-1:2003. It is emphasized that the fire tests do not assess a fire hazard, nor can the results of the fire tests alone guarantee safety. They only provide information to assist in the assessment of the suitability of a cable for a given application.

BS 8434-2:2003 history

2003 BS 8434-2:2003+A2:2009 Methods of test for assessment of the fire integrity of electric cables - Part 2:Test for unprotected small cables for use in emergency circuits - BS EN 50200 with a 930 ° flame and with water spray
2003 BS 8434-2:2003 Methods of test for assessment of the fire integrity of electric cables - Test for unprotected small cables for use in emergency circuits - BS EN 50200 with 930 deg flame and with water spray