BS 7609:1992+A2:2009

This standard BS 7609:1992+A2:2009 Code of practice for installation and inspection of uninsulated compression and mechanical connectors for power cables with copper or aluminium conductors is classified in these ICS categories:

• 29.120.20 Connecting devices

This British Standard recommends methods and procedures applicable for the installation of uninsulated compression and mechanical connectors for use on copper or aluminium conductors of insulated cables conforming to BS EN 60228:2005 having a cross-sectional area equal to or greater than 10 mm2 for copper and equal to or greater than 16 mm2 for aluminium.

Guidance to manufacturers and contractors who use compression and mechanical connectors to enable power cables to be terminated using good engineering practice and to provide quality guidance for the tools which are used to install connectors.