Standard Tests for Determining Compatibility of Cable-Pulling Lubricants with Wire and Cable

Designation Number:
CSA C22.2 NO. 249
Standard Type:
National Standard of Canada - Domestic
Standard Development Activity:
New Edition
Status:
Proceeding to development
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Scope:

This standard applies to cable-pulling lubricants (compounds) and the testing and analysis of their interaction with wire and cable. Cable-pulling lubricants are used to lower the tension on cables when they are installed (pulled) into conduits, ducts, or directionally bored holes. These lubricants and/or their residues are in direct contact with the cable exterior covering and may remain so for the life of the cable. Cable- pulling lubricants should be compatible with the cable. They should not interfere with the function of any component of the cable system that they contact.

Compatibility of cable-pulling lubricants with cable coverings is the only subject of this standard; other important performance criteria for cable-pulling lubricants, such as friction reduction, toxicity, combustibility, etc., are not discussed

Project need:

To support innovation in the field of wire and cable construction by providing requirements for the construction/installation/use of low voltage cable in the Canadian context

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