1.1This specification covers thin biaxially oriented polymeric resin film for use in capacitors for electrical equipment. The material is biaxially oriented to improve the tensile properties in the machine (MD) and transverse (TD) directions.
1.2The values stated in SI units are the standard. The values in parentheses are for information only.
Note 1:This standard resembles IEC 60674–3–2, Specification for plastic films for electrical use, in title only. The content is significantly different.
1.3The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to the test methods section of this specification. This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. For specific warning statements see 9.3 and Table 1 footnote B.