EN 60332-3-22:2009

FOREWORD
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Definitions
4 Test apparatus
5 Test procedure
6 Evaluation of test results
7 Performance requirements
8 Retest procedure
9 Test report
Annex A (normative) - Guidance on cable selection for
        type approval testing
Annex B (informative) - Recommended performance
        requirements
Annex ZA (normative) - Normative references to
         international publications with their
         corresponding European publications

EC 60332-3-22:2000 Specifies method of test for the assessment of vertical flame spread of vertically-mounted bunched wires or cables, electrical or optical, under defined conditions. The test is intended for type approval testing. The requirements for the selection of cables for testing are given. The flame spread is measured as the extent of damage of the cable sample. This procedure may be used to demonstrate the cable's ability to limit flame spread. Covers category A and relates to cables installed on the test ladder to achieve a nominal total volume of non-metallic material of 7 l/m of test sample. The flame application time is 40 min. The method of mounting uses the front of the ladder, a standard or wide ladder being used for cables having a conductor cross-section greater than 35 mm2 according to the number of test pieces required, and a standard ladder for conductor cross-sections 35 mm2 and smaller. The category is intended for general use where high volumes of non-metallic material are required to be evaluated.A recommended performance requirement is also given.It has the status of a horizontal standard in accordance with IEC Guide 104.