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SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL STANDARD

Electric flexible cores, cords and cables with

solid extruded dielectric insulation

Part 1: General

Published by Standards South Africa

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Table of changes
Change No. Date Scope
Amdt 1 2008 Amended to correct the colour of the neutral core in a flexible cord.

Foreword
This South African standard was approved by National Committee StanSA TC 66, Electric cables,
in accordance with procedures of Standards South Africa, in compliance with annex 3 of the
WTO/TBT agreement.

This document was published in May 2008.

This document supersedes SANS 1574-1:2007 (edition 1).

A vertical line in the margin shows where the text has been technically modified by amendment
No. 1.

SANS 1574 consists of the following parts, under the general title Electric flexible cores, cords and
cables with solid extruded dielectric insulation:

Part 1: General.

Part 2: Cancelled and replaced by SANS 60227-5, Polyvinyl chloride insulated cables of rated
voltages up to and including 450/750 V – Part 5: Flexible cables (cords).

Part 3: PVC-insulated cores and cables.

Part 4: Rubber-insulated cores and cords.

Part 5: Rubber-insulated cores and cables.

Annexes A, B, C and D are for information only.

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Contents
Page

Foreword

1 Scope .................................................................................................................................... 3

2 Normative references............................................................................................................ 4

3 Definitions ............................................................................................................................. 4

4 Packing and marking ............................................................................................................ 6

4.1 Packing ........................................................................................................................ 6

4.2 Marking ........................................................................................................................ 6

Annex A (informative) Notes to purchasers............................................................................ 9

Annex B (informative) Quality verification of flexible cores, cords and cables....................... 10

Annex C (informative) Service conditions of flexible cords and cables.................................. 10

Annex D (informative) System for designation of harmonized cables and cords................... 11

Bibliography.............................................................................................................................. 12

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Electric flexible cores, cords and cables with solid extruded

dielectric insulation

Part 1:
General

1 Scope

1.1 This part of SANS 1574 covers general requirements for single-core and multicore flexible cores,
cords and cables of rated operating voltages in the range (Uo/U) 300/300 V to 600/1 000 V, intended
for use in domestic and industrial applications.

NOTE Specific requirements for electric flexible cores, cords and cables are given in SANS 1574-3,
SANS 1574-4, SANS 1574-5 and SANS 60227-5.

1.2 This part of SANS 1574 covers general requirements for the following cores, cords and cables:
a) PVC-insulated

1) flexible single-core insulated cores, 300/300 V; 300/500 V; 450/750 V and 600/1 000 V;

2) flexible cords, 300/300 V; 300/500 V (H03VV-F, H03VVH2-F, H05VV-F, H05VVH2-F);

3) flexible power cables, 450/750 V (H07VV-F);

4) flexible flat power cables, 450/750 V (H07VVH2-F); and

5) flexible power cables, 600/1 000 V.

b) Rubber-insulated

1) flexible single-core insulated cores, 300/300 V; 300/500 V; 450/750 V and 600/1 000 V;

2) flexible cords, 300/300 V; 300/500 V (H03RR-F, H05RR-F and H05RN-F);

3) flexible power cables, 450/750 V (H07RR-F and H07RN-F); and

4) flexible power cables, 600/1 000 V.

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NOTE 1 Requirements to be specified by the purchaser and requirements to be agreed upon between the
manufacturer and purchaser are listed in annex A.

NOTE 2 A guide for the ongoing verification of the quality of flexible cores, cords and cables is given in annex B.

NOTE 3 Service conditions of flexible cords and cables are given in annex C.

NOTE 4 The system for designation of harmonized cables and cords is given in annex D.

2 Normative references

The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document. All
normative documents are subject to revision and, since any reference to a normative document is
deemed to be a reference to the latest edition of that document, parties to agreements based on this
document are encouraged to take steps to ensure the use of the most recent editions of the normative
documents indicated below. Information on currently valid national and international standards can be
obtained from Standards South Africa.

SANS 1411-1, Materials of insulated electric cables and flexible cords – Part 1: Conductors.

SANS 1411-2, Materials of insulated electric cables and flexible cords – Part 2: Polyvinyl chloride
(PVC).

SANS 1411-3, Materials of insulated electric cables and flexible cords – Part 3: Elastomers.

SANS 1507-1, Electric cables with extruded solid dielectric insulation for fixed installations (300/500 V
to 1 900/3 300 V) – Part 1: General.

SANS 1507-2, Electric cables with extruded solid dielectric insulation for fixed installations (300/500 V
to 1 900/3 300 V) – Part 2: Wiring cables.

SANS 1507-3, Electric cables with extruded solid dielectric insulation for fixed installations (300/500 V
to 1 900/3 300 V) – Part 3: PVC distribution cables.

SANS 10005, The preservative treatment of timber.

3 Definitions

For the purposes of this document, the definitions given in SANS 1411-1, SANS 1411-2,
SANS 1411-3, SANS 1507-1, SANS 1507-2, SANS 1507-3 and the following apply.

3.1
acceptable
acceptable to the authority administering this standard or to the parties concluding the purchase
contract, as relevant

3.2
cable
length of one or more flexible cores with or without protective covering for industrial or heavy duty
applications

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3.3
cord
length of one or more flexible cores with or without protective covering for domestic and light duty
applications

3.4
core
single insulated conductor without protective covering

3.5
dielectric
covering of a conductor that is intended to insulate the conductor electrically

3.6
filler
material that fills the interstices of a multicore cable

3.7
fire-retardant core, cord or cable
core, cord or cable of such modified construction or composition (or both) that its properties are less
affected by fire than the properties of a cord or cable that has not been so modified

3.8
flame propagation
spreading of flame along a cord or cable under defined conditions

3.9
harmonized code
code that describes the characteristics of a cable that has been adopted by the member states of the
European Community (see annex D)

3.10
heat-resistant core, cord or cable
core, cord or cable insulated with insulation material that can operate and withstand elevated
temperatures (120 ºC to 200 ºC)

3.11
lay ratio
ratio of the axial length of a complete turn of the helix formed by an individual core in a multicore cord
or cable to the pitch circle diameter of the helix formed by the same core

3.12
operating voltage
relationship of Uo/U, where Uo is the power frequency r.m.s. (root mean square) voltage between the
phases and neutral or earth, and U is the power frequency r.m.s. voltage between phases

3.13
routine test
test conducted at the manufacturer’s works on all cord or cable lengths during manufacture, or in the
completed state, as appropriate

3.14
sample test
test conducted on a regular basis at the manufacturer’s works or on representative samples taken by
the manufacturer, or as requested by the purchaser at the time of enquiry of the order

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3.15
sheath
extruded final outer protective covering applied to a cord or cable

3.16
type test
test conducted before a type of cord or cable covered by this part of SANS 1574 is supplied on a
general commercial basis, in order to demonstrate that the cord or cable has the necessary
performance characteristics for the intended application

NOTE The test is of such a nature that, after it has been successfully completed, it need not be repeated unless
changes are made to the cord or cable materials or design that might change the performance characteristics of
the cord or cable.

4 Packing and marking

4.1 Packing

4.1.1 General

Cords and cables shall be packed in coils, or on reels, or on drums.

4.1.2 Drums and reels

The moisture content of the wood of a wooden drum or reel shall not exceed 20 %. When wooden
drums or reels are required to be resistant to biological attack, the wood shall have been impregnated
(by pressure or in a hot/cold open tank) in accordance with SANS 10005, with a class C preservative
or with chromated copper arsenate.

4.1.3 Cord or cable ends

Each end of a cord or a cable shall, before being secured to the drum or reel, be sealed by an
acceptable method. The outer end shall be secured to the drum or reel, and the inner end shall be
protected in an acceptable manner against mechanical damage.

4.2 Marking

4.2.1 Marking of cords and cables

4.2.1.1 Indication of origin and properties

Each flexible core, cord and cable shall bear the following information in legible and indelible marking:

a) the manufacturer’s name, trade name, or trademark;

b) the operating voltage (U) for which the cord or cable has been designed, given in volts (e.g. 300 V,
500 V or 1 000 V);

c) when applicable, identification of special properties in accordance with the details given in
column 3 of table 1 (optional additional marking can be done in accordance with column 2 of
table 1);

d) if coloured tapes are used, the colours shall comply with those registered with an applicable
1)
authority . The colours shall be easy to recognize or shall become recognizable by cleaning, if
necessary, with petrol or other suitable solvent; and

1) Information on the colours is obtainable from the cable testing facility of the SABS.

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e) if so required, a mark that indicates the cross-sectional area of the cord or cable, and the
number of cores.

Table 1 — Marking of cords and cables

1 2 3
Property Mark Colour of stripe
General purpose – No stripe
Reduced smoke emission LS No stripe
Reduced halogen emission LH No stripe
No halogen emission NH No stripe
Reduced flame propagation FR Red
Reduced halogen emission and LHFR Blue
reduced flame propagation
No halogen, reduced smoke emission NHLSFR White
and reduced flame propagation

4.2.1.2 Method of marking

Marking shall be done by one of the following three alternate methods:

a) by printed tape included within the core, cable or cord; or

b) by printing, indenting or embossing the insulation of at least one core (the core coloured blue, if
there is one); or

c) by printing, indenting or embossing the sheath, if there is one.

4.2.1.3 Size of marking

Where the external surface of the finished core, cord or cable bears the information, the letters and
numerals shall be upright characters of maximum height 13 mm and minimum height 3 mm. In the
case of cables that have an overall diameter of less than 6 mm, the height of the characters may be
less than 3 mm, provided that the legend is acceptably legible.

4.2.1.4 Continuity of marking

Each specified mark shall be regarded as continuous if the distance between the end of the mark
and the beginning of the next identical mark does not exceed

a) 550 mm, if the marking is on the outer sheath of the cable;

b) 275 mm, if the marking is

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1) on the insulation of an unsheathed cable; or

2) on the insulation of a sheathed cable; or

3) on tape included within the sheathed cable.

4.2.2 Marking of coils

Each coil package shall bear the following information in legible and indelible marking:

a) the manufacturer’s trade name or trademark, or both;

b) the rated voltage (Uo/U), the cross-sectional area of the phase conductor(s), and the number of
cores; and

c) the length of the cord or cable.

4.2.3 Marking of drums or reels

Each drum or reel shall bear the following information in legible and indelible marking:

a) the information required in 4.2.2 above;

b) a brief description of the cord or cable;

c) the gross mass of the drum or reel;

d) an identifying serial number;

e) unless the manufacturer guarantees that the drum or reel may be laid flat without damage to the
cable, the words “NOT TO BE LAID FLAT” (in capital letters), or a suitable pictogram;

f) unless the manufacturer guarantees that the drum or reel may be rolled in either direction
without damage to the cable, an arrow or the words “ROLL THIS WAY” (in capital letters, to
indicate the direction in which the drum or reel is to be rolled in order to prevent the cable from
unwinding); and

g) if the wood of the drum or reel has been treated, a capital letter “T” of approximate height 50 mm
surrounded by a circle of approximate outside diameter 65 mm.

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Annex A
(informative)

Notes to purchasers

A.1 Tender invitation requirements

A.1.1 General

Before the purchaser orders cores, cords or cables produced in accordance with this part of
SANS 1574, it is suggested that the requirements in A.1.2 to A.1.4 be considered.

A.1.2 Identification of cores

The identification of cores should preferably be done by colour coding. Identification by numbers is
also acceptable. The neutral in cords should always be blue or carry the number - 0 -, or both.
Particular care should be taken to select the correct colour when a three-core or four-core cord or
cable intended for use on single-phase circuits is being ordered.
Amdt 1

A.1.3 Current rating

The current rating of the cord or cable and the applicable de-rating factors for a particular
application should be ascertained from the cable manufacturer. This information is also given in
SANS 10142-1.

A.1.4 Type of cord or cable

Careful consideration should be given to the type of cord or cable to be used for a particular
application. The degree and frequency of flexing, abrasion and mechanical deformation should be
considered.

A.2 Requirements to be specified

It is recommended that the following requirements be specified in tender invitations and in each
order or contract:

a) the maximum permissible operating voltage;

b) the conditions of service of the cable;

c) the conductor material (copper or tinned copper) and the type of conductor (class 5 or class 6);

d) the type of insulation material;

e) colour coding or numbering of cores;

f) the type of material of the sheath;

g) whether fire-retardant properties are required;

h) whether oil-resistant properties are required;

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i) the maximum operating temperature of the cord or cable;

j) in the case of cords or cables packed on wooden drums, whether the wood of the drums is to
be resistant to biological attack; and

k) whether the number of cores and the cross-sectional area are to be indicated on the cord or
cable.

Annex B
(informative)

Quality verification of flexible cores, cords and cables

When a purchaser requires ongoing verification of the quality of extruded solid dielectric cores,
cords and cables, it is suggested that, instead of concentrating solely on evaluation of the final
product, he also direct his attention to the manufacturer’s quality system. In this connection it should
be noted that SANS 9001 covers the provision of an integrated quality system.

Annex C
(informative)

Service conditions of flexible cords and cables

C.1 Although cords and cables that comply with this part of SANS 1574 are designed to
withstand a certain amount of abrasion and bending (flexing), demanding applications or severe
flexing should be considered carefully before ordering.

C.2 Applications where flexible cords or cables are subjected to immersion in oil could lead to
earlier failure of the sheathing material.

C.3 Care should be taken to protect flexible cords and cables from mechanical impact or
pressure when they are used as extension leads or a temporary supply line.

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Annex D
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System for designation of harmonized cables and cords

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Bibliography

SANS 9001/ISO 9001, Quality management systems – Requirements.

SANS 10142-1, The wiring of premises – Part 1: Low-voltage installations.

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