Cable specification
Cable specification
The cable specification depends
on type of conduction & insulation and covering. The following is a
checklist that can be used in preparing a cable specification:
·
number of conductors in the cable
·
conductor size ( mm2 )
·
type of the conducting material.
·
voltage rating and insulation level requirement.
·
sheathing system requirement.
·
outer finish.
·
insulation approvals requirements.
·
ground – fault current value and time duration.