STANDARD TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR ELECTRIC WORKS

(POWER & WATER PROJECTS)

CABLES AND ACCESSORIES

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
(Applicable Technical Standards, Tests, etc.)

TRANSCO

TRANSCO STANDARD : S-TR-CAB-GEN (REV 0 -2016)

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CONTENTS

1 CABLES AND ACCESSORIES .................................................................................... 4

1.1 General .............................................................................................................................. 4
1.2 Associated Specifications .................................................................................................. 7
1.3 Fundamental Design Data ................................................................................................. 7
1.4 Drawings ........................................................................................................................... 8
1.5 Site Conditions .................................................................................................................. 8
2 APPLICABLE CODES & STANDARDS ..................................................................... 8
2.1 Common Standards for Underground and Submarine Cables........................................... 8
2.2 Cable Type Oriented Standards ......................................................................................... 9
2.2.1 132 kV, 220 kV, 400 kV XLPE-Insulated Single-Core Underground Cables .................. 9
2.2.2 132 kV, 220 kV, 400 kV XLPE-Insulated Single-Core Underground Cable
Accessories ...................................................................................................................... 10
2.2.3 132 kV XLPE-Insulated Single-Core Submarine Cables ................................................ 11
2.2.4 132 kV XLPE-Insulated Single-Core Submarine Cable Accessories ............................. 11
2.2.5 LV XLPE-Insulated Underground Cables....................................................................... 11
2.2.6 LV XLPE-Insulated Underground Cables Accessories................................................... 12
2.2.7 17 Pair Protection/Telephone/Control/Signal Cables ...................................................... 12
2.2.8 17 Pair Protection/Telephone/Control/Signal Cable Accessories ................................... 13
2.2.9 Coaxial Cables................................................................................................................. 13
2.2.10 Fibre Optic Cables and Submarine Fibre Optic Cables ................................................... 13
2.3 Alternative Codes and Standards .................................................................................... 14
2.4 Precedence of Codes and Standards ................................................................................ 14
2.5 Extended Guarantee
3 FACTORY & SITE TESTS ......................................................................................... 15
3.1 General ............................................................................................................................ 15
3.2 Definition ........................................................................................................................ 16
3.2.1 Type Tests ....................................................................................................................... 16
3.2.2 Prequalification Test........................................................................................................ 18
3.2.3 Sample Tests.................................................................................................................... 19
3.2.4 Routine Tests ................................................................................................................... 20
3.2.5 Tests after Installation ..................................................................................................... 20
3.3 Applicable Tests .............................................................................................................. 20
3.3.1 132 kV, 220 kV or 400 kV XLPE-Insulated Underground Cables and their
Accessories ...................................................................................................................... 20
3.3.2 LV XLPE-Insulated Cables ............................................................................................. 22
3.3.3 17 Pair Protection/Telephone/Control/Signal Cables and Accessories ........................... 24
3.3.4 Coaxial Cables................................................................................................................. 26
3.3.5 132 kV XLPE-Insulated Submarine Cables and their Accessories ................................. 27
3.3.6 Optical Fibre Cables and Submarine Fibre Optic Cables and Accessories ..................... 28
3.4 Test Equipment................................................................................................................ 31
3.5 Test Reports..................................................................................................................... 31
4 MARKING & PACKING............................................................................................. 31
4.1 Marking ........................................................................................................................... 31

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4.2 Packing ............................................................................................................................ 32

5 INFORMATION TO BE PROVIDED WITH THE BID .......................................... 32
6 APPROVAL DATA AND DRAWINGS ..................................................................... 33
7 SPARE PARTS .............................................................................................................. 33

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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
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1 CABLES AND ACCESSORIES

1.1 General
This part of the Specification shall cover:
 Design
 Manufacturing
 Factory Testing
 Marking and Packing
 Shipping
 Transportation to Site
 Installation
 Site Testing and Commissioning

of cables and their accessories specified in the following Specifications:

UNDERGROUND CABLES
 S-TR-CAB-INST-132 - Installation Requirements for 123kV Underground
Power Cables
 S-TR-CAB-INST-220-400- - Installation Requirements for Underground Cables
TROUGH (Installation in Troughs)
 S-TR-CAB-INST-LV - Installation Requirements for LV Cables & Wires in
SS Buildings
 S-TR-CAB-INST-MV Installation Requirements for MV Cables
 S-TR-CAB-INST-CONT- - Installation Requirements for Control and Fibre Optic
FOC Cables
 S-TR-CAB-400-HDPE - 400 kV, XLPE-Insulated Single-Core Underground
Cables with HDPE outer sheath
 S-TR-CAB-400-PVC - 400 kV, XLPE-Insulated Single-Core Underground
Cables with PVC outer sheath
 S-TR-CAB-220-HDPE - 220 kV XLPE-Insulated Single-Core Underground
Cables with HDPE outer sheath

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 S-TR-CAB-220-PVC - 220 kV XLPE-Insulated Single-Core Underground

Cables with PVC outer sheath
 S-TR-CAB-132-HDPE - 132 kV XLPE-Insulated Single-Core Underground
Cables with HDPE outer sheath
 S-TR-CAB-132-PVC - 132 kV XLPE-Insulated Single-Core Underground
Cables with PVC outer sheath
 S-TR-CAB-LV-SC - LV XLPE-Insulated Single-Core Underground Cables
 S-TR-CAB-LV-2C - LV XLPE-Insulated Two-Core Underground Cables
 S-TR-CAB-LV-4C - LV XLPE-Insulated Four-Core Underground Cables
 S-TR-CAB-PROT-TEL - 17 Pairs Protection / Telephone Cables
 S-TR-CAB-FOC - Fibre Optic Cables
 S-TR-CAB-COAX - Coaxial Cables
 S-TR-CAB-CONT - Control/Signal Cables
SUBMARINE CABLES
 S-TR-CAB-MAR-INST- - Installation Requirements for 132 kV Single-Core
132-SC Submarine Cables
 S-TR-CAB-MAR-INST- Installation Requirements for 132 kV Three-Core with
132-3C&OFC integrated Optical Fibres Submarine Cables
 S-TR-CAB-MAR-INST- Installation Requirements for 132 kV Three-Core
132-3C Submarine Cables
 S-TR-CAB-MAR-INST- - Installation Requirements for Fibre Optic and
FOC-PROT-TEL Protection/Telephone Cables
 S-TR-CAB-MAR-132- - 132 kV XLPE-Insulated Single-Core Submarine
XLPE-SC Cables
 S-TR-CAB-MAR-132- - 132 kV XLPE-Insulated Three-Core Submarine Cable
XLPE&OFC-3C-DRY with integrated Optical Fibres (Dry Type)
 S-TR-CAB-MAR-132- - 132 kV XLPE-Insulated Three-Core Submarine Cable
XLPE&OFC-3C-WET with integrated Optical Fibres (Wet Type)
 S-TR-CAB-MAR-132- - 132 kV XLPE-Insulated Three-Core Submarine
XLPE-3C-DRY Cables (Dry Type)
 S-TR-CAB-MAR-132- - 132 kV XLPE-Insulated Three-Core Submarine
XLPE-3C-WET Cables (Wet Type)
 S-TR-CAB-MAR- - 17 Protection/Telephone Submarine Cables
PROT/TELE

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 S-TR-CAB-MAR-FOC - Fibre Optic Submarine Cables

CABLE ACCESSORIES
Underground Cables

 S-TR-CAB-ACC-400 - 400 kV XLPE-Insulated Underground Cable

Accessories
 S-TR-CAB-ACC-220 - 220 kV XLPE-Insulated Underground Cable
Accessories
 S-TR-CAB-ACC-132 - 132 kV XLPE-Insulated Underground Cable
Accessories
 S-TR-CAB-ACC-LV - LV Cable Accessories
 S-TR-CAB-ACC- - 17 pair Protection/Telephone Cable Accessories
PROT/TEL
 S-TR-CAB-ACC-FOC - Fibre Optic Cable Accessories
 S-TR-CAB-ACC-CLEAT- - Cable Cleats for Underground Cables
UG
 S-TR-CAB-ACC-DTS - Distributed Temperature Sensing System (DTS) on
underground Power Cable
Submarine Cables
 S-TR-CAB-MAR-ACC-132- - 132 kV XLPE-Insulated Submarine Cable
XLPE Accessories
 S-TR-CAB-MAR-ACC- - 17 Pair Protection/Telephone Submarine Cable
PROT-TEL Accessories
 S-TR-CAB-MAR-ACC-FOC - Fibre Optic Submarine Cable Accessories
 S-TR-CAB-MAR-ACC- - Cable Cleats for Submarine Cables
CLEAT
Design Calculations
 Transmission Capacity, - Refer to ANNEX 1-07
Short-Circuit, Impedances,
Induced Sheet Voltages

Standard designs and models from the Bidder's/Contractor’s manufacturing program are
preferred, provided they meet the requirements of this Specification, and serve the intended
purpose.
It is not the intent to specify completely herein all the details of design and manufacturing of the
above cables and the accessories. It may be noted that norms, standards, etc. specified are the

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bare minimum that is required. The cables and their accessories shall conform in all respects to
high standards of Engineering design and workmanship and shall be capable of performing
continuous commercial operation within the parameters guaranteed by the supplier in a manner
acceptable to TRANSCO. TRANSCO shall have power to reject any material if found, in their
judgement, not in accordance with the specifications.
If a substantial improvement of any of the specified technical requirements, which is seen by the
Bidder/Contractor advantageous to TRANSCO, is desired to be presented in the Bid, this may be
proposed as an alternative to that, which is assumed to be in conformity with the specified
design. However, it is not mandatory that the alternative design is going to be accepted, but shall
be subject to the decision of TRANSCO upon evaluation of the same. The difference in price
shall be clearly stated in percentage/unit.
All material and equipment to be supplied under these Specifications shall be brand new and
unused.

1.2 Associated Specifications

Details of equipment associated with the a.m. specifications are specified in the following parts
of the Standard Technical Specification:
 S-TR-CIVIL-xxx - Civil Works
 S-TR-FIF - Fire Fighting System
 S-TR-EARTH-GROUND - Earthing / Grounding Systems
 S-TR-CUB - Cubicles & Enclosures
 S-TR-CORR - Corrosion Protection and Painting Color Codes

1.3 Fundamental Design Data

The fundamental design data are specified in the following parts of the Standard Technical
Specification, Part:
 S-TR-GEN-GDF - General Conditions
 S-TR-GEN-STC - Special Technical Requirements
 S-TR-GEN-SFL - System Characteristics
 S-TR-GEN-EDF - Electrical Design Fundamentals
 S-TR-GEN-CDF - Civil Design Fundamentals
 S-TR-GEN-ID - Components Marking
 S-TR-GEN-SQA - Safety and Quality

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1.4 Drawings
Typical drawings connected with the above specified Underground Cables and Accessories are
provided under Standard Technical Specification, Part: Drawings.

1.5 Site Conditions

The environmental and electrical site conditions are described in the Standard Technical
Specification Part:
 S-TR-GEN-GDF - General Conditions

2 APPLICABLE CODES & STANDARDS

The cables provided under this Specification shall be manufactured under quality assurance
system conforming to latest ISO issues or Equivalent National Standard.
Reference shall be made to:
 S-TR-GEN-GDF - General Requirements - General Conditions

The latest Revision or Edition of the following Standards shall be applicable:

2.1 Common Standards for Underground and Submarine Cables

IEC 60028 International standard of resistance for copper
IEC 60038 Standard Voltages
IEC 60060 High voltage test techniques
IEC 60068 Environmental Testing
IEC 60071 Insulation co-ordination
IEC 60183 Guide to the selection of high-voltage cables
IEC 60228 Conductors of insulated cables
IEC 60229 Tests on cable over-sheaths, which have a special protective function
and are applied by extrusion
IEC 60287 Calculation of the continuous current rating of cables (100 % load
factor)
IEC 60330 Methods of test for PVC insulation and sheath of electric cables
IEC 60331 Tests for electric cables under fire conditions
IEC 60332 Tests on electric and optical fibre cables under fire conditions

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IEC 60529 Classification of degrees of protection provided by enclosures

IEC 60754 Halogen content test
IEC 60811 Common test methods for insulating and sheathing materials of
electric and optical cables
IEC 60885 Electrical test methods for electric cables
IEC 61000 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
IEC 61034 Measurement of smoke density of cables burning under defined
conditions
IEC 62095 Electric Cables – Calculation of current rating – Cable current rating
calculations using the finite element method
VDE 0207 Insulating and sheathing compounds for cables and flexible cords
VDE 0209 Specification for insulating coverings and sheaths of thermo-plastic
material for insulated cables and flexible cords
VDE 0472 Testing of insulated cables, wires and flexible cords
ASTM B-49 Copper Row Material

2.2 Cable Type Oriented Standards

2.2.1 132 kV, 220 kV, 400 kV XLPE-Insulated Single-Core Underground Cables
IEC 60093 Methods of test for volume resistivity and surface resistivity of solid
electrical insulating materials
IEC 60183 Guide to the selection of high voltage cables
IEC 60230 Impulse tests on cables and their accessories
IEC 60270 Partial discharge measurements
IEC 60840 Power cables with extruded insulation and their accessories for rated
voltages above 30 kV (Um = 36 kV) up to 150 kV (Um = 170 kV)
IEC 60853 Calculation of the cyclic and emergency current ratings of cables
IEC 60949 Calculation of thermally permissible short circuit currents, taking into
account non-adiabatic heating effects
IEC 62067 Power cables with extruded insulation and their accessories for rated
voltages above 150 kV (Um = 170 kV) up to 500 kV (Um = 550 kV)
IEEE 48 Standard test procedures for HV-AC cable terminations
BS 3908 Methods for the sampling and analysis of lead and lead alloys.

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BS EN 12548 Lead and alloys. Lead alloy ingots for electric cable sheathing and for
sleeves.
EHD 620 European Harmonisation Document for Long Term Water Aeging
Test
ICEA S-108- Tests of Protrusion
720

2.2.2 132 kV, 220 kV, 400 kV XLPE-Insulated Single-Core Underground Cable
Accessories
IEC 60093 Methods of test for volume resistivity and surface resistivity of solid
electrical insulating materials
IEC 60183 Guide to the selection of high voltage cables
IEC 60230 Impulse tests on cables and their accessories
IEC 60270 Partial discharge measurements
IEC 60840 Power cables with extruded insulation and their accessories for rated
voltages above 30 kV (Um = 36 kV) up to 150 kV (Um = 170 kV)
IEC 60853 Calculation of the cyclic and emergency current ratings of cables
IEC 62271- High-Voltage swittchgear and controlgear, Part 209: Cable
209 Connections for gas-insulated metal-enclosed switchgear for rated
voltage above 52 kV.
Fluid-filled and extruded insulation cables
Fluid-filled and dry-type cable-terminations
(Interface of SF6 switchgear and sealing ends (52 kV to 500 kV)
IEC 60949 Calculation of thermally permissible short circuit currents, taking into
account non-adiabatic heating effects
IEC 61238 Compression and mechanical connector for power cables with copper
and aluminium conductor
IEC 62067 Power cables with extruded insulation and their accessories for rated
voltages above 150 kV (Um = 170 kV) up to 500 kV (Um = 550 kV)
DIN EN 50180 Plug-in terminations
IEEE 48 Standard test procedures for HV-AC cable terminations
IEEE Std 575 Sheath-Bonding Methods for Single-Conductor Cables and the
Calculation of Induced Voltages and Currents in Cable Sheaths.

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2.2.3 132 kV XLPE-Insulated Single-Core Submarine Cables

IEC 60230 Impulse Tests on Cable and Their Accessories
IEC 60840 Power cables with extruded insulation and their accessories for rated
voltages above 30 kV (Um = 36 kV) up to 150 kV (Um = 170 kV)
IEC 60853 Calculation of the Cyclic and Emergency Current Rating of Cables
IEC 60949 Calculation of thermally permissible short circuit currents, taking into
account non-adiabatic heating effects
ICEA S-66-524 Minimum Weights of Zinc Coating (galvanized steel wire armour)
Electra 171 Recommendations for Mechanical Tests of Submarine Cables
Electra 189 Recommendations for Testing of Long AC Submarine Cables with
Extruded Insulation for System Voltage above 30 (36) to 150 (170)
kV
BS EN 10257-2 Zinc or zinc alloy coated normally steel wire for armoring either
power cables or telecommunication cables. Submarine cables.
BS 3908 Methods for the sampling and analysis of lead and lead alloys.
BS EN 12548 Lead and alloys. Lead alloy ingots for electric cable sheathing and for
sleeves.
EHD 620 European Harmonisation Document for Long Term Water Aeging
Test

2.2.4 132 kV XLPE-Insulated Single-Core Submarine Cable Accessories

IEC 60230 Impulse Tests on Cable and Their Accessories
IEC 60840 Power cables with extruded insulation and their accessories for rated
voltages above 30 kV (Um = 36 kV) up to 150 kV (Um = 170 kV)
IEC 60853 Calculation of the Cyclic and Emergency Current Rating of Cables
IEC 60949 Calculation of thermally permissible short circuit currents, taking into
account non-adiabatic heating effects
IEC 61238 Compression and mechanical connector for power cables with copper
and aluminium conductor
Electra 171 Recommendations for Mechanical Tests on Submarine Cables
ICEA S-66-524 Minimum Weights of Zinc Coating (galvanised steel wire armour)

2.2.5 LV XLPE-Insulated Underground Cables

IEC 60093 Methods of test for volume resistivity and surface resistivity of solid

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electrical insulating materials

IEC 60121 Recommendation for commercial annealed aluminium electrical
conductor wire
IEC 60227 PVC insulated cables of rated voltages less than or equal to 450/750 V
IEC 60502 Extruded solid dielectric insulated power cables for rated voltages
from 1 kV - 30 kV
IEC 60949 Calculation of thermally permissible short circuit currents, taking into
account non-adiabatic heating effects
BS 5467 600/1000 V and 1900/3300 V armoured electrical cables having
thermosetting insulation
BS 7665 Insulating and sheathing materials for cables
BS EN 10257-1 Zinc or zinc alloy coated normally steel wire for armouring either
power cables or telecommunication cables. Land cables.

2.2.6 LV XLPE-Insulated Underground Cables Accessories

IEC 61238 Compression and mechanical connector for power cables with copper
and aluminum conductor
IEC 60230 Impulse Tests on Cable and Their Accessories
IEC 60793 Generic specification and measuring methods
IEC 61238 Compression and mechanical connector for power cables with copper
and aluminums conductor
ESI 09-13 Performance specification for high-voltage heat-shrinkable
components for high-voltage solid type cables up to and including
33 kV
BS 7888 LV and MV accessories for power cables with rated voltage from
0.6/1 kV (Um=1.2kV) up to and including 20.8/36kV (Um=42kV)
VDE 0278 Power cable accessories with nominal voltages U up to 30 kV (Um up
to 36 kV); Requirements and test methods

2.2.7 17 Pair Protection/Telephone/Control/Signal Cables

IEC 60189 Low frequency cables and wires with PVC insulation and PVC
sheath
ASTM-D 4566 Standard test methods for electrical performance properties of
insulations and jackets for telecommunications wire and cable

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VDE 0816 External cables for telecommunication systems

VDE 0845 VDE Specification for protection of telecommunication
installations from overvoltages
BS EN 10257-1 Zinc or zinc alloy coated normally steel wire for armouring either
power cables or telecommunication cables. Land cables.
ANSI/ESI-A 359 Colour Coding

2.2.8 17 Pair Protection/Telephone/Control/Signal Cable Accessories

ESI 09-13 Performance specification for high-voltage heat-shrinkable
components for high-voltage solid type cables up to and including
33 kV

2.2.9 Coaxial Cables

IEC 60078 Characteristic impedances and dimensions of radio frequency
coaxial cables
IEC 60096 Radio frequency cables
IEC 61196-1 Coaxial communication cables

2.2.10 Fibre Optic Cables and Submarine Fibre Optic Cables

Common:
IEC 60793 Optical Fibres
IEC 60794 Optical Fibre Cables
IEC 61300 Fibre Optic Interconnection Devices & Passive component- Basic
Test and Measurement Procedures
IEC 61315 Calibration of fibre optic power meters
ITU-T,G 650 Definition and test methods for the relevant parameters of single-
mode fibres
ITU-T,G 652 Characteristics of a single-mode optical fibre cable
ICEA S-66-524 Minimum Weights of Zinc Coating (galvanised steel wire armour)
ANSI/EIA-A 359 Color Coding

Outdoor Fibre Optic Cables:

IEC 60794-3 Optical fibre cables – Outdoor optical fibre cables

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IEC 60794-1-2 Basic Optical Cable Test Procedures

BS EN 10257-1 Zinc or zinc alloy coated normally steel wire for armouring either
power cables or telecommunication cables.

Indoor Fibre Optic Cables:

IEC 60794-2 Optical fibre cables – Indoor optical fibre cables

Submarine Fibre Optic Cables:

BS EN 10257-2 Zinc or zinc alloy coated normally steel wire for armouring either
power cables or telecommunication cables.
Electra 171 Recommendations for Mechanical Tests on Submarine Cables

2.3 Alternative Codes and Standards

The Bidder/Contractor may propose alternative Codes and Standards provided it is proven that it
gives an equivalent degree of quality as the referenced Codes and Standards. Acceptability of
any alternative Codes or Standard is at the discretion of TRANSCO.

2.4 Precedence of Codes and Standards

In case of discrepancy between these Specifications and any of the applicable Codes and
Standards, the following order of precedence shall apply:
i) Technical Requirements of this Specification
ii) Applicable Codes and Standards
iii) Acceptable Alternative Codes and Standards
The Bidder/Contractor shall note that compliance of the manufacturer with these specifications
does not relieve him from his responsibility to supply the cables and their accessories of proper
design, electrically and mechanically in order to meet the guaranteed operation at the specified
service conditions.

2.5 Extended Guarantee for Cables and Accessories

The Bidder/Contractor shall guarantee good performance of cables, accessories and works
performed by them for the project, as follows:

1) Cable Systems 400kV and 220kV

 Extended Warrantee for a period of three (3) years after the expiry of the normal
warrantee period shall be provided for the Power Cables & the provided

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Monitoring Systems as DTS system (refer to Standard SAT Procedure for tests
that are required to be done at FAC Date and before end of Extended Guarantee).
 Extended Warrantee for a period of eight (8) years after the expiry of the normal
warrantee period shall be provided for: Power Cable Joints, Power Cable
Terminations and all the accessories connected to them. Sealing against water
ingress for Cable entries to Basements or Transformer Bays and Sealing against
water ingress for all Bonding Cable entries into Link Boxes.

2) Cable Systems 132kV

 Extended Guarantee for a period of five (5) years after the expiry of the normal
warrantee period shall be provided for: Power Cable Joints, Power Cable
Terminations and all accessories connected to them. Sealing against water ingress
for all Cable entries to Basements or Transformer Bays and Sealing against water
ingress for all Bonding Cable entries into Link Boxes.

The above mentioned Extended Guarantees shall be covered by separate Performance Bond, which
shall be valid up to the end of period mentioned above. The value of Performance Bond shall be
according to Contract Conditions.
The Bidder/Contractor (after FAC Date) shall be intimated by TRANSCO as and when a component
of Cable System has failed. Subsequently, the Contractor shall carry out all works related to
replacement of the defective part of Cable System, free of charge to TRANSCO.
If the Contractor fails to carry out the replacement of the failed cable or accessories to the satisfaction
of TRANSCO, or within the reasonable period of time after defect was notified by TRANSCO, the
replacements shall be carried out by Others under TRANSCO’s control and the costs thereof shall be
covered by activating the above mentioned Performance Bond for extended guarantee obligations.

3 FACTORY & SITE TESTS

3.1 General
Defects discovered during the type tests shall result in rejection of the Cable type or its relevant
Accessories by TRANSCO.
Major defects discovered during the routine test of the successfully type tested cable shall lead to
rejection of the Cable drum by TRANSCO.
The Bidder/Contractor shall fabricate the cable lengths and accessories necessary for the tests, over
and above those within the Scope of Supply, and shall furnish them for the tests free of charge.

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Before energizing a cable circuit, including all accessories, tests shall be performed on the complete
installation. Selected tests, according to Technical Specification 07 SAT-CABLES, shall be
repeated before issuance of the Final Acceptance Certificate.

3.2 Definition
For the definitions of the Type Tests; Sample Tests, Routine Tests and Tests after installation,
reference shall generally be made to the relevant IEC Standards.

3.2.1 Type Tests

3.2.1.1 General
Evidence shall be given that the proposed Underground Cables and Accessories to be supplied
under this Contract have been subjected to all the type tests at an internationally recognised
testing station, or in the Bidder/Contractor own laboratories, witnessed and certified by an
internationally recognised and TRANSCO accepted certification body/laboratory. If considered
necessary by TRANSCO, TRANSCO will decide whether additional tests are necessary from the
Bidder/Contractor.
Type test shall be carried out to a cable system when cable manufacturer is different than
accessories manufacturer.
Type tests shall be executed in accordance with latest IEC Standards as a minimum requirement.
In addition, short circuit test shall be carried out for 400kV Cable System under each project.
The Bidder/Contractor shall submit certified copies of type test certificates covering the
proposed Cables and Accessories.
Type tests certificates/reports shall be considered acceptable if they are endorsed by the
internationally recognized Laboratory acceptable to TRANSCO, and found to be in compliance
with the relevant Standards and the following:
1. Type Tests conducted on an identical (each component) cable at an internationally
recognised laboratory acceptable to TRANSCO.
2. Type Tests conducted at the manufacturer’s laboratory and witnessed and endorsed by
representatives from an internationally recognised laboratory acceptable to TRANSCO.

All components (cables, joints and terminations) used for Type Tests shall pass all specified
Factory Routine Tests, before included into the Type Test Loop. Factory Routine Test
Certificates shall be attached to the final Type Test Reports.

The following additional type tests shall be carried by the Bidder/Supplier at their own cost prior
to the first shipment of all offered cable:

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Fire Resistant (where applicable) according to IEC 60331, BS 6387

Flame Retardant (where applicable) according to IEC 60332-3-22 Cat. A
Low Smoke Test (where applicable) according to IEC 61034
Halogen Content Test (where applicable) according IEC 60754
Water Tree Test of XLPE Insulation (accelerated) [for MV Cables only]
- Test voltage = 3 x Uo
- Test frequency = 500 Hz
- Core environment = 400C water
- Duration of test = 4 month
- Test after 4 months: Dielectric stress withstand >14kV/mm
If the presented type test reports are not in accordance with the above requirements, TRANSCO
may decide to ask for the type tests to be carried out in the manufacturer premises or other places
subject to the approval of TRANSCO at no additional cost, and in the presence of an
internationally recognised laboratory who should issue the relevant type test certificates upon
successful test.

3.2.1.2 Type Tests for 400kV Cable Systems

 Type test for 400kV cable system for each project shall be carried out regardless of previous
type test. Cable installation at site shall not be started till successful completion of type test.

 In case of type test failure, repetition of type test will be allowed only one time, after full
investigation for type test failure, witnessed and endorsed by accepted third party.

 In case of type test failure for second time TRANSCO reserve their rights to reject the cable
manufacturer and select another one from the preferable vendor list.

 In addition to tests specified in applicable IEC 62067, the short circuit tests shall be carried out
on a fully assembled 400kV Cable, Cable Joint and Terminations to be supplied for the project,
including:
1) Conductor Short-Circuit tests to prove that the applied connection between
conductors can withstand the specified short circuit current:

 Three Shots of short circuit current through the conductor, at the Conductor
Temperature between 95 0C and 100 0C;
 The short circuit current time and value (r.m.s.) shall be as specified for
Busbars of 400kV Switchgear in General Part of TRANSCO Technical
Specification.

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2) Metallic Sheath/Screen Short-circuit tests to prove the metallic sheath/screen can

withstand the specified short circuit current:

 Three Shots of short circuit current through Metallic Sheath, at the

Conductor Temperature between 950C and 1000C & Metallic Sheath
Temperature between 80 0C and 85 0C.
 The short circuit current level and time shall be as specified for the Cable
Metallic Sheath in General Part of TRANSCO Technical Standard
Specification.

3.2.1.3 Applicable Material Characterization Test Methods and Definitions:

Cables

FT – IR = Fourier Transform - Infrared Spectroscopy

Thermal Analysis = Differential Scanning Calorimeter (DSC)
Melting Point, Oxygen Induction Time of Polymers
Thermo Gravimetric Analysis (TGA)
Content of by-products: Carbon black in polymers, Water, Cumylic alcohol,
Acetophenon, Methyl-styrene, Weight loss of polymer components
Gas Chromatography Analysis
Content of by-product: Methan (most dangerous by-product of
polymer components)
Joints

FT – IR = Fourier Transform - Infrared Spectroscopy

Thermal Analysis = Thermo Gravimetric Analysis (TGA)
Content of by-products: Carbon black in polymers, Water, Cumylic alcohol,
Acetophenon, Methyl-styrene, Weight loss of polymer components
Gas Chromatography Analysis
Content of by-product: Methan (most dangerous by-product of polymer
components)
Dielectric Loss Angle = DLA

Lead Alloy for Cable Sheaths

Composition = Optical Emission Spectrometer (OES)

Measuring of the optical spectrum, measuring the light emitted by the metal
sample and various wave lengths.

3.2.2 Prequalification Test (> 180 Heat Cycles)

Prequalification Test is mandatory for new Vendor of Cables.

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Also, repetition of the Prequalification Test might be required under the project, if difference in
design of components of cable system is noted or for some other and specific reason.

Prequalification Test shall be carried out according to latest version of IEC 62067 or IEC 60840,
recommendations as applicable for the particular cable type and voltage level, and with the
following conditions:

 All components (cables, joints and terminations) used for Prequalification Test shall pass
all specified Factory Routine Tests, before included into the Test Loop. Factory Routine
Test Certificates shall be enclosed into the final Prequalification Test Report.
 The test loop shall be representative of all installation design conditions applied for the
particular TRANSCO Project, i.e. underground installation, underground installation in
trefoil HDD Ducts, underground installation in PVC Ducts in flat formation, installation
in air, etc. Arrangement of cable system for prequalification test shall be subject to
TRANSCO approval.
 Heating cycle voltage test at specified voltage level of 1.7Uo during the whole of the test
period of 8760hrs and at least 180 cycles
 The heating shall be applied for at least 8 hours.
 The Conductor Temperature shall be maintained at the highest temperature Point of 95 0
C for at least 2 hours, for at least 100 heating cycles. In addition, the Conductor
Temperature shall be maintained at the highest temperature Point of 105 0 C for at least 2
hours, for minimum of 80 heating cycles.

 Outer sheath of complete Prequalification Test Loop shall be subjected to Electrical test at
the DC Voltage of 10kV for a time of 1 minute, before start of heating cycles, then later
after every 50 cycles approximately, and finally after completion of the Prequalification
Test. Records of measured values of Leakage Current and Sheath Insulation Resistance (to
be measured after cooling process, and at voltage of 5kV or 1kV) shall be included in the
final Prequalification Test Report.
 Lightning impulse test shall be conducted on the whole test assembly and at conductor
temperature at 1050C. Alternatively and subject to specific TRANSCO approval, the
Lighting impulse test may be carried out on one or more cable samples.
 Examination of the cable system after completion of the test

3.2.3 Sample Tests

In order to verify that the finished cable meets the design specification sample tests shall be
applied.
One sample shall be taken for batches between 4 km and 20 km ordered core length. Two
samples shall be taken for batches of more than 20 km ordered core length.
Sample tests shall be executed in accordance with latest IEC 62067 recommendations as a
minimum requirement and shall include additional:

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a) Measurement of protrusion at XLPE insulation and semi-conducting screen shall be

performed for two samples per every extrusion run
b) Measurement of cable layers thickness
c) Water penetration test to prove longitudinally water tightness of the cable
d) Lead alloy composition and behaviour (BS 3908, BS EN 12548).

3.2.4 Routine Tests

Routine tests shall be executed in accordance with latest IEC Standards as a minimum
requirement.
The Bidder/Contractor is required to carry out routine tests on each finished cable drum lengths
to demonstrate the integrity of the XLPE-Insulated Single-Core Underground Cables.
Failure of any routine test leads into rejection of the particular cable length.
Routine test certificates shall be submitted for TRANSCO’s review and approval before
shipment of the cable.

Detailed routine tests for cable accessories, including overstretching test where required, are
specified in Specification S-TR-CAB-ACC.

3.2.5 Tests after Installation

Upon finalisation of cable installation, including all accessories (joins, termination, marshalling
cubicles, etc.) site tests shall be carried in accordance with the relevant standard Specification 07
SAT-CABLES.

3.3 Applicable Tests

3.3.1 132 kV, 220 kV or 400 kV XLPE-Insulated Underground Cables and their
Accessories

3.3.1.1 Type Tests (>20 Heat Cycles):

Cable PE ST7 outer covering:
 Construction and dimensions (IEC 60811-1-1)
 Mechanical properties (IEC 60811-1-1)
 Pressure test at high temperature (IEC 60811-3-1)
 Carbon black content (IEC 60811-4-1)
 Water absorption test (IEC 60502)

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 Shrinkage test (IEC 60811-1-3)

 AC withstand voltage test (10 kV/30 min.)
 Impulse withstand voltage test (50 kV ± 10 Imp.) (IEC 60230)

Cable PVC outer covering:

 Construction and dimensions (IEC 60811)
 Mechanical properties (IEC 60811)
 Loss of mass test (IEC 60811)
 Pressure test at high temperature (IEC 60811)
 Test at low temperature (IEC 60811)
 Heat shock test (IEC60811)
 Water absorption test (IEC 60811)
 The flame retardant characteristics of the cable (where applicable) shall be tested according
to IEC 60332-3-22 Cat. A
 AC voltage test (10 kV/30 min.)
 Impulse withstand voltage test (50 kV ± 10 Imp.) (IEC 60230)

Cable Metallic Aluminum Sheath:

 Impact test
 Corrosion test

Cable Systems:
Generally, the standards of IEC 60840, IEC 62067 and IEEE 48 shall be applied.
In addition, the following shall be performed:
 Water absorption test of the insulation (IEC 60811)
 Short circuit tests for 400kV Cable System, as per Clause 3.2.1.2 above

3.3.1.2 Prequalification Test (>180 Heat Cycle):

 Prequalification Tests as per Clause 3.2.2 above

3.3.1.3 Sample Tests in accordance with:

 VDE 0263, IEC 62067, IEC 60840 and IEC 60811.
In addition, the following shall be performed:
 Impulse test at + 20 °C, each 10 negative and positive impulses

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 Dielectric test Uo according to latest IEC 62067 for a duration of 4 hrs

 The flame retardant characteristics of the cable (where applicable) shall be tested according
to IEC 60332, Part 1
 Measurement of weights of copper and lead per meter for adjustment of metal prices for final
Contract Price
 Measurement of semi-conducting screen protrusions
The semi-conducting conductor and insulation screens shall be examined on three samples
to be taken from the end, the middle and the end of a 0.5m cable piece to be cut from the
selected drum. The contact surface between the screen and the insulation shall be
cylindrical, smooth and free from protrusions and irregularities with extend more than 50
microns into the insulation. The sample shall be rendered transparent by immersion in a
suitable heated fluid.
In case the maximum value is exceeded at any point further samples shall be taken from another
two drum lengths. If no further failure occurs the test shall be considered as passed. However, if
maximum protrusion is exceeded in any one of the further six samples the complete batch of drums
shall be considered as rejected.

3.3.1.4 Routine Tests in accordance with IEC 60840 or IEC 62067

In addition, the following shall be performed:
 Conductor resistance test (IEC 60228)
 Capacitance test
 Test on anti-corrosion covering (IEC 60229)

3.3.1.5 Tests after installation including all Accessories:

Details of Site Acceptance Tests are specified in Standard Technical Specification Part 21 (Site
Tests after Installation (SATs)):

07 SAT-CABLES 1_Underground Cables

3.3.2 LV XLPE-Insulated Cables

3.3.2.1 Type Test for Cables and their Accessories:

 According to BS 5467
 Conductor Insulation Colour Test (dipping of conductor insulation samples in a sodium or
potassium sulphide solution) for a period of 4 hrs at ambient temperature. The sample shall
not show any sign of discoloration after the test.

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3.3.2.2 Sample Cable Tests According to:

 According to IEC 60502 and IEC 60332
The following sample tests shall be performed in accordance with IEC 60332 –1 and BS 5467 or
equivalent:
1) Spark test on cores and over sheaths
2) Voltage test on completed cable
3) Conductor resistance test
4) Conductor insulation color test (dipping of conductor insulation samples in a sodium or
potassium sulphide solution) for a period of 4 hrs at ambient temperature. The sample shall
not show any sign of discoloration after the test
5) Armour resistance test
6) The flame retardant characteristics of the cable (where applicable) shall be tested according
to IEC 60332
7) Measurement of thickness and weights: One metre length cable shall be cut from every 20
drums of finished cable, selected at random by TRANSCO representative and samples thus
obtained examined in detail and the following measurements and weight taken:
a) Thickness of insulation
b) Thickness of PVC inner sheath
c) Number and diameter of the armour steel wires
d) Thickness of PVC outer sheath
e) Weight of copper conductor in kg/m
f) Weight of armour steel wires in kg/m
g) Weight of zinc coating of armour steel wires in mg/m2
h) Sodium or potassium sulphide solution test (see above)

3.3.2.3 Routine Cable Tests according to:

 According to BS 5467

3.3.2.4 Tests after installation including all Accessories:

Details of Site Acceptance Tests are specified in Standard Technical Specification Part 21 (Site
Tests after Installation (SATs)):
07-SAT CABLES 1_Underground Cables

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3.3.3 17 Pair Protection/Telephone/Control/Signal Cables and Accessories

3.3.3.1 General
Tests for the Protection/Telephone Cables shall be performed according to IEC 60229, 60330,
60332, VDE 0472, 0816 and 0845.

3.3.3.2 Type Tests

Type Tests shall be performed comprising as a minimum the following tests:
a) Mechanical/Material Characteristics:
 Elongation of the conductor at break
 The tensile strength of the conductor
 The tensile strength and elongation of the conductor insulation
 Elongation after aging 100 ± 2 °C/240 h (conductor insulation)
 Shrinkage of conductor insulation after 100 ± 2 °C/1 h
 Weight increase in conductor insulation
 Tensile strength and elongation of inner sheath
 Elongation after aging 100 ± 2 °C/240 h (inner sheath)
 Tensile strength and elongation of outer sheath
 Elongation after aging 100 ± 2 °C/336 h (outer sheath)
 Carbon black content for inner and outer sheaths
 The flame retardant characteristics of the cable shall be tested according to IEC 60332,
Part 1
 Environmental stress cracking
 Zinc weight of the armoring
 Dipping test of armoring.
b) Electrical Characteristics:
 Near and far end cross talk at 500 kHz for protection/telephone pairs
 Characteristic impedance, attenuation and phase constant for telephone pairs and
protection pairs at + 20 °C, at frequencies as per Technical Data Sheets
 Screening factor at 50 Hz, 1.0 Ohm/km earth resistance and at voltages as per
Technical Data Sheets.
 Voltage test on outer sheath (including joint) as follows:

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 10 kV AC for 1 min. between armouring and conductive coating for the outer
sheath of both the cable and joint, after the sample had been already immersed in
water at + 75 °C for 5 hours, followed by natural cooling. This procedure shall be
carried out seven times (one per day)
 High voltage test (15 kV AC / 1 min) on the cable cores during each of the above
mentioned seven cycles, including joints, between any core and ground while all
screens/armour and remaining cores are grounded.
 High voltage test on the marshaling cabinets with connected protection/telephone
cable of approx. 5 m length (15 kV AC for 1 min. between adjacent terminal
connections for protection and telephone cores, with all remaining terminals and the
cable screens and armoring earthed).

3.3.3.3 Sample Tests

Sample Tests shall be performed, comprising as a minimum the following tests:
 High voltage test (15 kV AC / 1 min between any core and ground while all
screens/armour and remaining cores are grounded).
 The flame retardant characteristics of the cable shall be tested according to IEC 60332,
Part 1
 Cable construction and measurements of dimensions
 Sheath marking as per Technical Data Sheets.

3.3.3.4 Routine Tests

Routine Tests shall be performed, comprising as a minimum the following tests:
 Conductor resistance measurement
 Capacitance measurement at 800 Hz
 Insulation resistance measurement
 High Voltage test (8 kV AC / 1 min. between any core and ground while all
screens/armour and remaining cores are grounded).
 Voltage tests on outer sheath (10 kV AC / 1 min. between armoring and conductive
coating).

3.3.3.5 Site Tests

Details of Site Acceptance Tests are specified in Standard Technical Specification Part 21 (Site
Tests after Installation (SATs)):
07-SAT CABLES 1_Underground Cables

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3.3.4 Coaxial Cables

3.3.4.1 Type Tests

Type tests shall be performed comprising, as a minimum, the following tests:
 Dimensions
 Resistance of inner and outer conductors
 Dielectric strength
 Insulation resistance
 Spark test
 Characteristic impedance
 Attenuation
 Labelling
 The flame retardant characteristics of the cable shall be tested according to IEC 60332,
Part 1

3.3.4.2 Sample Tests

Sample tests on the coaxial cables shall be performed, comprising, as a minimum, the following
tests:
 Cable construction and measurements of dimensions
 Sheath marking as per Technical Data Sheets
 The flame retardant characteristics of the cable shall be tested according to IEC 60332,
Part 1

3.3.4.3 Routine Tests

Routine tests shall be performed comprising, as a minimum, the following tests:
 Resistivity of inner conductor
 Dielectric strength of core
 Insulation resistance
 Characteristic impedance
 Attenuation constant

3.3.4.4 Tests after installation including all Accessories

Details of Site Acceptance Tests are specified in Standard Technical Specification Part 21 (Site
Tests after Installation (SATs)):

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3.3.5 132 kV XLPE-Insulated Submarine Cables and their Accessories

3.3.5.1 General
Generally, the standards of IEC 60840, IEEE 48 and Electra Publication 171&189 shall be applied.
3.3.5.2 Type Test for Cables and their Accessories:
In addition, the following shall be performed:
 Water absorption test of the insulation (IEC 60811)

3.3.5.3 Sample Cable Tests:

In addition, the following shall be performed:
 Impulse test at + 20 °C, each 10 negative and positive impulses
 Dielectric test Uo according to latest IEC 62067 for a duration of 4 hrs
 Measurement of size of protrusion at insulation and semi-conducting screens shall be
performed for two samples per 10 km of cable
 Measurement of thickness of insulation and sheath layers
 Lead alloy composition and behaviour (BS 3908, BS EN 12548)
 Water pressure test with 5 bar to prove longitudinally water tightness of cable.
 Measurement of weights of copper, steel and lead per meter for adjustment of metal prices for
final Contract Price.
 Measurement of semi-conducting screen protrusions
The semi-conducting conductor and insulation screens shall be examined on three samples
to produced from the end, the middle and the end of a 0.5m cable piece to be cut from the
selected drum. The contact surface between the screen and the insulation shall be
cylindrical, smooth and free from protrusions and irregularities with extend more than 75
microns into the insulation. The sample shall be rendered transparent by immersion in a
suitable heated fluid.
In case the maximum value is exceeded at any point further samples shall be taken from another
two drum lengths. If no further failure occurs the test shall be considered as passed. However, if
maximum protrusion is exceeded in any one of the further six samples the complete batch of drums
shall be considered as rejected.

3.3.5.4 Routine Cable Tests

In addition, the following shall be performed:
 Conductor resistance test (IEC 60228)

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 Capacitance test
 Test on ant-corrosion covering (IEC 60229)

3.3.5.5 Tests after installation including all Accessories

In addition, the following shall be performed:
 Visual and function test of bonding/earthing system
 Phase Identification Test
 Conductor and Armour Continuity Test
 Primary connection check
 Cable connection bolt tightness check
 Cable supporting check
 Cable fixing check
 Insulation resistance test
 DC conductor resistance test (IEC 60228)
 Capacitance test
 Earthing measurements
 Positive/negative and zero sequence impedance measurements
 Power Frequency Test
145 kV for 5 min between conductor and metallic screen/sheath.

3.3.6 Optical Fibre Cables and Submarine Fibre Optic Cables and Accessories
Tests of the optical fibre cable shall be performed according to the relevant latest issues of ITU-T&
IEC recommendations and the relevant Electra Publication, valid at time of awarding the Contract.

3.3.6.1 Type tests

Type tests shall be performed, comprising as a minimum, the following tests:
TRANSCO have the right to add any other test as deemed necessary during approval stages of
the test procedure documents.

Test Item Test passing Criteria

Mechanical characteristics
- Tensile performance Max 0.05dB increase in attenuation, No fibre break (up to 100%
UTS), As per IEC 60794-1-2 E1

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- Crush test 0.1 dB, increase in the attenuation, No break/damage, As per IEC
60794-1-2 E3
- Impact test No change (negligible) in the attenuation, As per IEC 60794-1-2 E4
- Repeated bending 0.1 dB increase in the attenuation, As per IEC 60794-1-2 E6
- Kink No kink shall occur, As per IEC 60794-1-2 E10
- Bend No change in the attenuation (negligible max <0.05dB), As per IEC
60794-1-2 E11
- Bending under tension (sheave test) No change in attenuation ( negligible max 0.05dB) ( 100% of cable
RTS) - As per IEC 794-1-2-E18
- Abrasion test conditions shall be at No perforation of the sheath and no optical degrading after performing
45 C deg. and 80% RH. the number of cycles as per IEC 794-1-2-E2A/E2B or the latest
- Tube kinking test As per IEC 794-1-2- G7 - or the latest
- Torsion 10 cycles, Da < 0.05 dB, No damage/ break, As per IEC 794-1-2 -7 or
the latest
- Compound flow (drip) No flow, Quantity ≤0.005 g, As per IEC 794-1-2-E14 or the latest
- Bleeding and evaporation Bleeding ≤ 2% , Evaporation ≤ 5%, As per IEC 794-1-2-E15 or the
latest

Transmission and optical

characteristics
- Attenuation at wave lengths (1310
and 1550 nm)
- Refractive index profile
- Chromatic dispersion
- Mode field diameter
Attenuation at 1310 and 1550 nm should be as per Technical Data
Sheets, Max 0.35dB/km @1310nm, Max 0.25dB/km@ 1550nm
1.467±0.0005 @ 1550nm, As per IEC 60793-1-20
≤18 ps/(nm*km) @ 1550nm, ≤3.5ps/(nm*km) @1280-1330nm, As
per Technical Data Sheets
9.2 + 0,4 µm , IEC 60793-1-45, As per Technical Data Sheets

Environmental characteristics
- Temperature cycling 0.1 dB/km increase in the attenuation, IEC 60794-1-2-F1 or the latest
- Fire condition test (if required) No fire break out
- Water penetration No penetration/hence no attenuation change, IEC 60794-1-2-F5B

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3.3.6.2 Sample Tests

Sample tests shall be performed and comprise at least:

Test Item Test passing Criteria

Dimension Tests
- Diameter of core
- Diameter of cladding
- Diameter of primary coating
- Diameter of buffer
- Non-circularity
- Concentricity errors
- Length of cable/fibre
- Thickness of insulation
- Thickness of sheath
- Overall dimension
IEC 60793-1-20 / / ITU-T G652 par 5.1. & table 7 To be checked against
manufacturer proposal and approved documents
IEC 60793-1-20 / / ITU-T G652 par 5.1. & table 7 , To be checked
against manufacturer proposal and approved documents
IEC 60793-1-20 / / ITU-T G652 par 5.1. & table 7 , To be checked
against manufacturer proposal and approved documents
IEC 60793-1-20 / / ITU-T G652 par 5.1. & table 7 , To be checked
against manufacturer proposal and approved documents
≤2%, IEC 60793-1-20 / / ITU-T G652 par 5.1. & table 7 , , As per
Technical Data Sheets
≤1%, IEC 60793-1-20 / / ITU-T G652 par 5.1. & table 7 As per Technical
Data Sheets,
To be checked against manufacturer proposal and approved documents
As per Technical Data Sheets
-do-
To be checked against manufacturer proposal and approved documents

Transmission and optical

characteristics
- Cable Cut-Off wave length cut off <1260nm As per Technical Data Sheets

3.3.6.3 Routine Test

Routine tests shall be performed, comprise as a minimum, the following tests:

Test Item Test passing Criteria

Transmission and optical characteristics

- Attenuation at wavelength (1270, 1310 and As per Technical Data Sheets (at 1310 and 1550 nm)
1500 nm)

Environmental characteristics
- Sheath defects, voltage test on the outer No break down
sheath with 10 kVDC/1min between steel
tape and graphic coating

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Electrical characteristics
- Dielectric strength No breakdown
Refer to IEC standards for the given insulation
- Insulation resistance of outer sheath
thickness

3.3.6.4 Tests after installation including all Accessories

Details of Site Acceptance Tests are specified in Standard Technical Specification Part 21 (Site
Tests after Installation (SATs)):
07-SAT-CABLES 1_Underground Cables

3.4 Test Equipment

The Bidder/Contractor shall provide the test equipment for the above tests. The
Bidder/Contractor shall ensure that the test equipment is calibrated and suitable for these tests.
Calibration certificates shall be valid for at least six months.

3.5 Test Reports

All test reports of the above defined and executed tests shall be submitted to TRANSCO for
approval within one week after the completion of the tests.

4 MARKING & PACKING

4.1 Marking
Each cable drum shall be identified with permanently attached nameplate of approved
material/design. Inscriptions on these plates must coincide with the data given in the respective
documents/drawings.
The drums shall be marked in English as given below:
 TRANSCO
 PROJECT NAME
 CONTRACTOR’S / SUB-CONTRACTOR’S NAME
 PORT OF DESTINATION
 CONSIGNMENT/DRUM SERIAL NO.
 GROSS WEIGHT
 NET WEIGHT
 SIZE OF DRUM/BOX OR BUNDLE (LENGTH X WIDTH X HEIGHT)
 BRIEF INDICATION OF CONTENTS

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4.2 Packing
Immediately after tests at the Bidder/Contractor's premises, both ends of every length of cable
shall be sealed with a metal cap (with pulling eye for power cables) which shall be plumbed to
the sheath.
All cables on drums shall be seaworthy.
All packing shall be suitable for transport from factories to the port of embarkation, sea/air freight,
and rough handling at the port of destination and movement to and on the Site.
For the pilot/telephone cables, the end of factory lengths shall be marked "A" and "Z", "A" being
the end at which the sequence of core numbers runs clockwise.
All cables and conductors shall have the inner ends brought out and suitably fixed to the drum to
avoid any damage during handling or pulling operations.
The cables shall be rolled on drums as specified in the technical data sheets. The drums shall also
be suitable for storage in the open air without additional protection by casing or shutters for a
period of at least two years.
All markings wherever applicable shall be legible. Weatherproof tags where used, shall be durable,
securely attached.
All accessories, together with the applicable instruction books, packing lists and special site
storage instructions shall be carefully crated or otherwise adequately protected for overseas
shipment.
All bright parts liable to rust shall be treated by using an anti corrosion coat and shall be suitably
protected. Surfaces of Flanges, Studs, etc, shall be properly protected before shipment.
Accessories items susceptible to damage by water or high humidity shall be encased in water-tight
and/or air-tight, rugged containers to ensure a low humidity atmosphere therein.
Further reference is made to the individual chapters of the Standard Technical Specification for
underground and submarine cables.

5 INFORMATION TO BE PROVIDED WITH THE BID

Technical descriptions, data sheets, catalogues and other material submitted with the Bid must be
sufficient to enable TRANSCO to thoroughly evaluate the proposal as to its compliance with the
requirements of these Specifications.
Minimum Requirements
 Detailed summary of deviations from the Specification
 All data sheets duly filled-in and signed
 Material safety data sheet of all chemical materials such as insulating fluid, powder and
grease to be used for jointing and termination work

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General Requirements
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 Material safety data sheet of the cold pour filling compound in the fibre glass box of the
cable joint, this includes the base resin, hardener (if applicable) before curing, also
material data sheet showing its electrical, mechanical and chemical properties after curing
of the resin compound
 Detailed cross sectional drawings showing all the cable components
 Quality control system and handling procedure
 Sales record of cables/cable accessories proposed of the same design
 Brochures and catalogues containing outline dimensions, main electrical data and
installation details
 Listing of accessories included in the proposal
 Applicable design specifications
 Tests carried out on the offered cables/cable accessories

6 APPROVAL DATA AND DRAWINGS

At the times, and in the quantities agreed upon, the following information and data must be
submitted to TRANSCO for approval prior to manufacturing of the equipment:
 Vendor(s) details / reference list
 Completely filled in data sheets, including Shelf Life of critical Items when supplied for
spare parts.
 Testing schedule and procedures

7 SPARE PARTS
Bidder/Contractor shall provide a list of "Recommended Spare Part" based on recommendation
from the manufacturer, taking into considerations, the statistical record of the operation life of
the cables/cable accessories, in similar environmental conditions as prevailing in Abu Dhabi.
All spare items shall comply with applicable Clauses of Cables and Accessories Specifications.
All spare accessories shall be identical to the approved ones, under this Contract, for installation.
It must also be from the same manufacturer of the installation accessories.
All spare cables/accessories shall be suitably packed/crated and placed in storage areas as
designated by TRANSCO.
Shelf Life shall be specified for each item to be included in packing of Spare Parts.
The Bidder/Contractor shall provide all labour, tools, equipment and appurtenances to carefully
load, transport, unload and place all spares in storage. No materials, drums, reels, boxes or crates
shall be stored directly on the ground or similar horizontal surface.

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The required spares for the underground/submarine cables and their accessories shall be strictly
interchangeable with the parts they are intended to replace and shall be treated and packed for
long storage under the climatic conditions specified in Technical Standard Specification, Part:
 S-TR-GEN-GDF - General Conditions

For all spare cut lengths of cable, which are to be delivered to the TRANSCO's stores, approved
sealing caps of correct sizes shall be supplied and properly mounted immediately after the respec-
tive cable length is cut.

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