IEC 60840:2020
Power cables with extruded insulation and their accessories for rated voltages above 30 kV (Um= 36 kV) up to 150 kV (Um = 170 kV) - Test methods and requirements
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IEC 60840:2020 is a technical reference for power cables with extruded insulation and their accessories used at rated voltages above 30 kV up to 150 kV. It is relevant where engineering teams, test laboratories, and procurement specialists need a documented basis for evaluating cable systems for high-voltage applications. By defining test methods and requirements, IEC 60840:2020 supports technical review, conformity assessment, and risk-managed selection of cable components intended for reliable service in demanding electrical networks.
Purpose of IEC 60840:2020
The purpose of IEC 60840:2020 is to provide a structured framework for verifying the performance and acceptance of extruded-insulation power cable systems and associated accessories in the stated voltage range. It is commonly used as a compliance reference during design validation, factory or type testing, and documented evaluation of cable assemblies. For organizations preparing technical documentation or procurement specifications, it helps align engineering expectations with a recognized testing standard and supports consistent quality workflows.
Compliance applications of IEC 60840:2020
IEC 60840:2020 is typically applied in high-voltage cable projects where cables, joints, terminations, and related accessories must be assessed against defined test methods and requirements. It may be used by utilities, grid operators, manufacturers, and testing facilities when preparing technical submissions, reviewing product evaluation records, or supporting regulatory preparation. The document is also useful in laboratory evaluation and technical validation activities where repeatable procedures and traceable results are important to compliance workflows.
Benefits of IEC 60840:2020
Using IEC 60840:2020 can improve safety, technical consistency, and procurement confidence when selecting or qualifying cable systems for high-voltage installations. It supports interoperability between cable accessories and related equipment by giving buyers and engineers a common basis for assessment. The document also assists with engineering documentation, conformity assessment preparation, and verification activities, helping reduce project risk and avoid ambiguity during specification review, testing coordination, and acceptance decisions.
- Defines test methods and requirements for extruded-insulation cable systems in the above-30 kV to 150 kV range.
- Supports evaluation of cables together with accessories such as joints and terminations.
- Useful for design review, laboratory testing, and documented compliance checks.
- Helps align procurement specifications with expected technical performance criteria.
- Provides a reference point for quality assurance and conformity assessment workflows.
- Publication Date: 2020-05-19
- Standard Status: Original
- Publisher: IEC
- Edition: 5
- New Version Available: IEC 60840:2020 (2025-06-17)
- Previous Version: IEC 60840:2020 (2023-02-06)
- Previous Version: IEC 60840:2020 (2021-10-02)
- This Version: IEC 60840:2020 (2020-05-19)
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