BS 7655-1.2:1997

This standard BS 7655-1.2:1997 Specification for insulating and sheathing materials for cables is classified in these ICS categories:

• 29.035.20 Plastics and rubber insulating materials

This Section of BS 7655 specifies the requirements for the cross-linked elastomeric insulating compounds listed in table 1. The relevant test methods are given in BS EN 60811, BS 6469 and BS 903.

This Section is to be read in conjunction with BS 7655 : Part 0, which contains essential provisions for the application of this Section of BS 7655.

Table 1. Types of harmonized cross-linked elastomeric insulation
Type	Maximum material operating temperature °C	General application
GP 4	90	Ordinary duty
GP 5	90	Ordinary duty
GP 6	90	Ordinary duty HEPR
GP 7	90	Ordinary duty

Specifies requirements for insulating compounds type GP 4, GP 5, GP 6 and GP 7.