MALAYSIAN MS 2100:2007

STANDARD

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ELECTRIC CABLE AND WIRE:
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600/1 000 (Um = 1 200) V SINGLE CORE PVC
INSULATED CABLE – NON-ARMOURED
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ICS: 29.060, 33.120

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Descriptors: electric cable, wire, single-core, PVC insulated, PVC sheathed, non-armoured cable
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CONTENTS
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Committee representation..................................................................................... ii

Foreword ............................................................................................................... iii

1 Scope .................................................................................................................... 1

2 Normative references............................................................................................ 1

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3 Definitions ............................................................................................................. 2

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4 Construction .......................................................................................................... 2

4.1 Conductors............................................................................................................ 2
4.2 Insulation............................................................................................................... 2
4.3 Oversheath............................................................................................................ 2
4.4.1 Oversheath marking.............................................................................................. 2
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5 Drumming and packaging ........................................................................................... 3
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6 Tests............................................................................................................................ 3

Tables
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1 Single core cables 600/1 000 (1 200) V................................................................ 4

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2 Schedule of tests .................................................................................................. 5

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Committee representation

The Electrotechnical-1 Industry Standards Committee (ISC E-1) under whose authority this Malaysian Standard was
developed, comprises representatives from the following organisations:

Association of Consulting Engineers Malaysia

Department of Standards Malaysia
Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers
Independent Power Producer
Jabatan Kerja Raya Malaysia
Malaysian Cable Manufacturers Association
Malaysian Electrical Appliances and Distributors Association
Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs
Ministry of International Trade and Industry
Persatuan Pengguna-Pengguna Standard Malaysia
Pusat Tenaga Malaysia

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SIRIM QAS International Sdn Bhd (Electrotechnical Testing Section)
SIRIM QAS International Sdn Bhd (Product Certification and Inspection Section)
Suruhanjaya Komunikasi dan Multimedia Malaysia
Suruhanjaya Tenaga
Tenaga Nasional Berhad
The Electrical and Electronics Association of Malaysia
The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
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The Technical Committee on Cables and Cable Accessories which developed this Malaysian Standard was managed
by the Malaysian Cable Manufacturers Association (MCMA) in its capacity as the Standards-Writing Organisation
which consists of representatives from the following organisations:
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Association of Consulting Engineers Malaysia

Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Malaysia

Jabatan Kerja Raya Malaysia

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Malaysian Cable Manufacturers Association (Secretariat)

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Malaysian Electrical Appliances and Distributors Association

Persatuan Pengguna-Pengguna Standard Malaysia

PETRONAS

SIRIM Berhad
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SIRIM QAS International Sdn Bhd (Electrotechnical Testing Section)

SIRIM QAS International Sdn Bhd (Product Certification and Inspection Section)
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Suruhanjaya Tenaga

Telekom Malaysia Berhad

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Tenaga Nasional Berhad

Universiti Malaya
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Committee representation (continued)

The Working Group on Cables and Cable Accessories which developed this Malaysian Standard consists of
representatives from the following organisations:

Fajar Cables Sdn Bhd

FEC Cables (M) Sdn Bhd

Fujikura Federal Cables Sdn Bhd

Leader Cable Industry Berhad

Mega Kabel Sdn Bhd

Olympic Cable Company Sdn Bhd

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Pan International Wire & Cable Sdn Bhd

Power Cables Malaysia Sdn Bhd

Sama Kabel Sdn Bhd

Sindutch Cable Manufacturer Sdn Bhd

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Southern Cable Sdn Bhd
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Tai Sin Electric Cables (M) Sdn Bhd

Tenaga Cable Industries Sdn Bhd

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Universal Cable (M) Bhd

Utama Cables Sdn Bhd

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Wonderful Wire & Cable Berhad

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Co-opted members:

Federal Power Sdn Bhd

SDKM Fibers, Wires & Cables Berhad

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Supercomal Technologies Sdn Bhd

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia

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FOREWORD

This Malaysian Standard was developed by the Technical Committee on Cables and Cable
Accessories under the authority of the Electrotechnical Industry Standards Committee (ISC E-
1). Development of this standard was carried out by the Malaysian Cable Manufacturers
Association which is the Standards-Writing Organisation appointed by SIRIM Berhad to
develop standards for cables and cable accessories.

In the preparation of this standard, consideration was given to IEC 60502-1:2004 Second
edition, Power cables with extruded insulation and their accessories for rated voltage from 1
kV (Um = 1.2 kV) up to 30 kV (Um = 36 kV) – Part 1: Cables for rated voltage of 1 kV (Um = 1.2
kV) and 3 kV (Um = 3.6 kV), published by the International Electrotechnical Commission.

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The Technical Committee has determined that minor differences in construction and test
requirement to the IEC 60502-1 are necessary and this has been incorporated to comply with

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the prevailing practices of cable manufacturers and users in Malaysia. These are as follows:

a) spark testing of insulation has been included;

b) requirement for oversheath markings has been included;

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c) standard requirements for drumming and packaging of completed cables have been
included; and
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d) tests at low temperature for insulation and oversheath which are not suited to
conditions in Malaysia have been excluded.

Compliance with a Malaysian Standard does not of itself confer immunity from legal
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obligations.
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ELECTRIC CABLE AND WIRE: 600/1 000 (Um = 1 200) V SINGLE CORE
PVC INSULATED CABLE – NON-ARMOURED

1. Scope
This Malaysian Standard specifies construction, dimension and test requirements of PVC
insulated, PVC sheathed single core cables, non-armoured for operation at rated voltage
600/1000 (Um = 1200) V.

The cables as prescribe are generally use for low voltage, fixed installation system for
distribution network. It is not intended for use in prolonged water logged conditions and for
specialised applications (e.g. welding, crane lifting, mines, aerial), which are covered by other

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Malaysian Standards, where applicable.

2. Normative references
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The following normative references are indispensable for the application of this standard. For
dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of
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the normative references (including any amendments) applies.

BS 5099, Specification for spark testing of electric cable

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MS IEC 60228, Conductors of insulated cables

MS IEC 60811-1-1, Common test methods for insulating and sheathing materials of electric
cables - Part 1: Methods for general application - Section 1: Measurement of thickness and
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overall dimensions - Tests for determining the mechanical properties

MS IEC 60811-1-2, Common test methods for insulating and sheathing materials of electric
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cables - Part 1: Methods for general application - Section 2: Thermal ageing methods

MS IEC 60811-1-3, Common test methods for insulating and sheathing materials of electric
cables - Part 1: Methods for general application - Section 3: Methods for determining the
density – Water absorption tests - Shrinkage test
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MS IEC 60811-3-1, Common test methods for insulating and sheathing materials of electric
cables - Part 3: Methods specific to PVC compounds - Section 1: Pressure test at high
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temperature - Test for resistance to cracking

MS IEC 60811-3-2, Common test methods for insulating and sheathing materials of electric
cables - Part 3: Methods specific to PVC compounds - Section 2: Loss of mass test - Thermal
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stability test

IEC 60502-1, Power cables with extruded insulation and their accessories for rated voltages
from 1 kV (Um = 1.2 kV) up to 30 kV (Um = 36 kV)-Part 1: Cables for rated voltages of 1 kV
(Um = 1.2 kV) and 3 kV (Um = 3.6 kV)
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3. Definitions
For the purposes of this standard, the definitions given in IEC 60502-1 apply.

4. Construction
4.1 Conductors

4.1.1 The conductor shall be Class 1 or Class 2 plain aluminium or annealed copper
complying with the requirements of MS IEC 60228.

4.1.2 The nominal area of the conductors shall be as specified in Table 1.

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4.2 Insulation

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The insulation shall be PVC/A in accordance with IEC 60502-1.

The nominal and minimum thickness of insulation shall be as specified in Table 1.

For each piece of core, the smallest value measured shall not fall below 90 % of the nominal
value by more than 0.1 mm.
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4.2.3 Unless otherwise specified, the colour of the insulation shall be black throughout the
length of the cable.
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4.3 Oversheath

The oversheath shall be an extruded layer of PVC ST1 in accordance with IEC 60502-1.
Unless otherwise specified, the colour of the oversheath shall be black.
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The nominal and minimum thickness of the oversheath shall be as specified in Table 1. The
average of the measured value rounded to 0.1 mm, shall not be less than the nominal
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thickness.

4.4 Oversheath marking

The oversheath shall be marked with a complete set of elements in the order specified below.
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The distance between the end and start of each element shall not exceed 50 mm while the
distance between the end and start of each complete set of element shall not exceed 250
mm. The markings shall consist of upright block characters of approximately the same height
of between 1.5 mm to 10 mm.
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Element Example of marking

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Electric cable ELECTRIC CABLE

Voltage designation 600/1000 V

Standard no. MS WWWW

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Manufacturer’s identification

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Number of cores, nominal area and type of conductor, e.g.

a) Copper conductor cables 1 x 300 SQMM CU

b) Aluminium conductor cables 1 x 300 SQMM AL

Year of manufacture

5. Drumming and packaging

Both ends of the cable shall be effectively sealed against ingress of moisture, dirt and insects.
Cable drums shall be lagged in order to protect the cable from damage, and the end of the
cable projecting from the drum shall also be protected from damage.

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Each drum shall bear a distinguished number on the outside of the flange and particulars as

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follows:

a) Cable type PVC/PVC

b) Voltage rating 600/1000 V

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c) Length (m)

d) Conductor size (mm²)

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e) Net weight (kg)

f) Gross weight (kg)

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g) Manufacturer’s identification
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h) Contract number (if applicable)

i) Drum number

For cables supplied in coils, the manufacturer shall similarly provide the above particulars in a
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manner as deemed appropriate.

6. Tests
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Cables shall comply with the tests specified in this clause. The category of tests, criteria and
reference for the test method for cables manufactured to this standard are given in Table 2.
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The tests shall be performed at room temperature, unless otherwise specified.

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Table 1. Single core cables 600/1 000 (1 200) V

Nominal area of Thickness of insulation Thickness of oversheath

conductor
Nominal Minimum at any Nominal Minimum at any
point point

(mm²) (mm) (mm) (mm) (mm)

1.5 0.8 0.62 1.4 1.09
2.5 0.8 0.62 1.4 1.09
4 1.0 0.80 1.4 1.09
6 1.0 0.80 1.4 1.09
10 1.0 0.80 1.4 1.09

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16 1.0 0.80 1.4 1.09
25 1.2 0.98 1.4 1.09
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95 1.6 1.34 1.5 1.18
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120 1.6 1.34 1.5 1.18
150 1.8 1.52 1.6 1.26
185 2.0 1.70 1.7 1.35
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240 2.2 1.88 1.8 1.43

300 2.4 2.06 1.9 1.52
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400 2.6 2.24 2.0 1.60

500 2.8 2.42 2.1 1.69
630 2.8 2.42 2.2 1.77
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800 2.8 2.42 2.3 1.86

1 000 3.0 2.60 2.5 2.03
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Table 2. Schedule of tests

Tests Requirement Categor Reference of test

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Conductors:

Conductor construction Shall comply with IEC 60228 S MS IEC 60228

Insulation:

Thickness Shall comply with Table 1 S/T MS IEC 60811-1-1

Mechanical test without

ageing Shall comply with IEC 60502-1 T MS IEC 60811-1-1

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Mechanical test after Shall comply with IEC 60502-1 T MS IEC 60811-1-1
ageing in air oven MS IEC 60811-1-2

Hot pressure test

(indentation)

Heat shock test

Shall comply with IEC 60502-1

Shall comply with IEC 60502-1

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MS IEC 60811-3-1

MS IEC 60811-3-1
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Water absorption test Shall comply with IEC 60502-1 T MS IEC 60811-1-3

Spark test (online) Shall comply with BS 5099 R BS 5099

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Over sheath:

Thickness Shall comply with Table 1 S/T MS IEC 60811-1-1

Mechanical test without Shall comply with IEC 60502-1 T MS IEC 60811-1-1
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ageing

Mechanical test after Shall comply with IEC 60502-1 T MS IEC 60811-1-1
ageing in air oven MS IEC 60811-1-2
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Hot pressure test Shall comply with IEC 60502-1 T MS IEC 60811-3-1
(indentation)

Heat shock test Shall comply with IEC 60502-1 T MS IEC 60811-3-1
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Table 2. Schedule of tests (continued)

Tests Requirement Category of Reference of

test* test method

Tests on complete cables:

Measurement of electrical Shall comply with IEC 60502-1 R MS IEC 60228

resistance

High voltage a.c. test for 5 Shall comply with IEC 60502-1 S/R IEC 60502-1
min

High voltage a.c. test for 4 h Shall comply with IEC 60502-1 T IEC 60502-1

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Insulation resistance at 20°C Shall comply with IEC 60502-1 T IEC 60502-1
and at maximum conductor
temperature

Cable markings

Flame spread test on single

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Shall comply with this standard

Shall comply with IEC 60502-1

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IEC 60502-1

Additional ageing test of Shall comply with IEC 60502-1 T IEC 60502-1
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completed cables

* The categories of tests as defined in MS XXXX are as follows:

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R – Routine test
T – Type test
S – Sample test
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 Acknowledgements

Technical Committee on Cables and Cable Accessories members:

Mr Lokman Ahmad Dahlan (Chairman) Malaysian Cable Manufacturers Association

Ms Sara Kong (Secretary) Malaysian Cable Manufacturers Association
Ir Looi Hip Peu Association of Consulting Engineers
Malaysia
Mr Ahmad Izram Osman Jabatan Bomba dan Penyelamat Malaysia
Mr Ir. Chuang Chu Kuen/ Jabatan Kerja Raya Malaysia
Mr Muhamed Tarmizy Yaacob/
Mr Yusof Ramli
Mr V. T. Doshi Malaysian Electrical Appliances and

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Distributors Association (MEADA)
Ms Anuradha Chelliah Persatuan Pengguna-Pengguna Standard
Malaysia
Mr M. Faudzi M. Yasir/
Mr Nik Abdul Aziz Mohamed
Ms Nuriyati Abdul Rahman
Mr Lim Cheng Meng
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PETRONAS

SIRIM Berhad
SIRIM QAS International Sdn Bhd
(Electrotechnical Testing Section)
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Ms Roslinah Abdullah SIRIM QAS International Sdn Bhd
(Product Certification and Inspection
Section)
Ir Ismail Anuar Suruhanjaya Tenaga
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Mr Loh Siew Kwee Telekom Malaysia Berhad

Mr Muhd Azizi Abd Rahman Tenaga Nasional Berhad
Dr Mohd Rozailan Ibrahim Universiti Malaya
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Working Group on Cables and Cable Accessories:

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Mr Saupian Mohamad Zin Fajar Cables Sdn Bhd

Mr Albert Tan/ FEC Cables (M) Sdn Bhd
Mr Amizar Hashim/
Mr Jaafar Noor
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Ms Cheng Siew Guay/ Fujikura Federal Cables Sdn Bhd

Mr Teoh Seng Long
Ir Oo Kim Seng/ Leader Cable Industry Berhad
Mr Tan Lip Keat
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Mr Loo Kam Tim/ Mega Kabel Sdn Bhd

Mr Tan Kean Boon
Mr Cheng Yam Guan/ Olympic Cable Company Sdn Bhd
Mr Tan Kian Chai/
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Mr Tui Kim Chuan

Mr Yong Foo Seng Power Cables Malaysia Sdn Bhd
Mr Low Yoon Onn/ Sindutch Cable Manufacturer Sdn Bhd
Mr Ong Boon Sun
Mr Ng Hien Shui Tai Sin Electric Cables (M) Sdn Bhd
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Ms Nor Hanita Binti Abdul Ghani Tenaga Cable Industries Sdn Bhd

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 Acknowledgements (continued)

Mr Azman Yusoff/ Universal Cable (M) Bhd

Mr Chen Wee Tong/
Ms Tay Shin Yea
Mr Lim Oui Kiong/ Utama Cables Sdn Bhd
Mr Ng Ah Dai
Mr Foong Kam Cheng/ Wonderful Wire & Cable Berhad
Mr Kamal Azahari Khamis

Co-opted members:

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Mr Mohd Nasir Hashim/ Federal Power Sdn Bhd
Mr Mohd Zainurin Ayob/
Mr Ramzi Hassan/
Mr Satoru Yoshikawa
Mr Moh Ket Wai
Mr Lim Chin Gian/
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SDKM Fibers, Wires & Cables Berhad
Supercomal Technologies Sdn Bhd
Mr Nik Abd. Aziz/
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Mr Yap Ee Leong
Dr Hussein Ahmad Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
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