IEC 61196-1-203:2007
Coaxial communication cables - Part 1-203: Environmental test methods - Test for water penetration of cable
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IEC 61196-1-203:2007 defines a test method for evaluating water penetration in coaxial communication cables, making it relevant for organizations that need a reliable technical reference for environmental qualification and product verification. As part of the Coaxial communication cables series, IEC 61196-1-203:2007 supports engineering teams, laboratories, and procurement specialists who need to assess cable performance under moisture exposure conditions. It is particularly useful where documented evaluation, conformity assessment, and risk management depend on repeatable testing workflows.
Purpose of IEC 61196-1-203:2007
The purpose of IEC 61196-1-203:2007 is to provide a defined environmental test method focused on water penetration of cable, helping users assess how coaxial communication cables respond when exposed to moisture. This makes the document relevant to technical review, product evaluation, and laboratory evaluation activities where water ingress can affect long-term reliability. Used alongside engineering documentation, it can support consistent verification activities and help align test results with performance expectations in qualification or compliance workflows.
Compliance applications of IEC 61196-1-203:2007
IEC 61196-1-203:2007 is commonly relevant in compliance workflows for coaxial cable development, type testing, incoming inspection, and supplier qualification. Laboratories may use it to support documented evaluation of cable designs intended for environments where water exposure is a practical concern, such as outdoor installations or other moisture-prone applications. It can also assist procurement and quality teams when comparing technical documentation, reviewing test evidence, or preparing conformity assessment records for electrical communication components.
Benefits of IEC 61196-1-203:2007
Using IEC 61196-1-203:2007 helps organizations apply a consistent technical reference for water penetration testing, reducing ambiguity in engineering assessment and test reporting. This can improve quality assurance, support operational consistency across laboratories, and strengthen compliance preparation for cable-related projects. For manufacturers and purchasers, it provides a clearer basis for technical validation and procurement review, especially when moisture resistance is part of the acceptance criteria or risk reduction strategy.
- Defines a focused test method for water penetration evaluation in coaxial communication cables
- Supports repeatable laboratory testing and documented verification activities
- Useful for compliance preparation, supplier assessment, and engineering documentation
- Helps align product evaluation with moisture-related reliability expectations
- Publication Date: 2007-03-29
- Standard Status: Original
- Publisher: IEC
- Edition: 1
- This Version: IEC 61196-1-203:2007 (2007-03-29)
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