What is EN 50275 ?

EN 50262:2004 is a professional technical standard that specifies the requirements for cable glands used in electrical installations. The standard is designed to ensure the proper functioning and reliability of cable glands in various industries such as manufacturing, energy, and telecommunications.

Key Requirements of EN 50262:2004

EN 50262:2004 has several key requirements that manufacturers must comply with in order to use the standard. These requirements include:

Electrical Performance: The cable gland must be able to withstand electrical currents without suffering damage.

Environmental Strain: The cable gland must be able to withstand environmental stress factors such as temperature, humidity, and vibration without suffering damage.

Mechanical Strain: The cable gland must be able to withstand mechanical strain factors such as, compression, and impact without suffering damage.

Resistance to Water: The cable gland must be able to withstand exposure to water without suffering damage.

Resistance to Salt and Solvents: The cable gland must be able to withstand exposure to salt and solvents without suffering damage.

Durability: The cable gland must be able to withstand the expected service life without suffering damage.

EN 50262:2004 also provides guidelines for the testing and inspection of cable glands, as well as the labeling and documentation requirements. By complying with the requirements of EN 50262:2004, manufacturers can ensure that their cable glands are of high quality and reliable, and can withstand the demands of various industries.