This specification covers thermoplastic chlorinated polyethylene (CM) compounds suitable for use as an outer covering or jacket on electrical cables. Thermoplastic jackets shall conform to the requirements for physical properties specified. The sunlight and weather resistance of the jackets shall be tested to meet the requirements specified.

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1. Scope

1.1 This specification covers thermoplastic chlorinated polyethylene (CM) compounds suitable for use as an outer covering or jacket on electrical cables.

1.2 These jacket materials are suitable for use on cables which will be installed at temperatures above −35°C.

1.3 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.

ASTM Standards

D1499 Practice for Filtered Open-Flame Carbon-Arc Exposures of Plastics

D1711 Terminology Relating to Electrical Insulation

D2633 Test Methods for Thermoplastic Insulations and Jackets for Wire and Cable

G153 Practice for Operating Enclosed Carbon Arc Light Apparatus for Exposure of Nonmetallic Materials

Keywords

 chlorinated polyethylene; heat distortion; oil immersion; sunlight resistance; tensile strength; tensile stress; thermoplastic; weather resistance ; Chlorinated polyethylene (CPE)--specifications; Electrical insulating materials--specifications; Electrical insulating plastics--specifications; Heat distortion; Insulated wire and cable jacket--specifications; Oil immersion; Polyethylene (PE) electrical insulation--specifications; Sunlight-resistant materials/applications; Tensile strength/stress; Thermoplastic insulation materials/applications--specifications; Weather resistance;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 29.035.20 (Plastic and rubber insulating materials)

Citing ASTM Standards

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