This Standard specifies test methods to evaluate the properties of materials used to manufacture telecommunication cables.

The scope of this Standard does not include the following:

(a) Cables using materials that are semi-conductive.

(b) Aspects of telecommunication cables such as spacers or cores in coaxial cables.

(c) Dimensions or electrical requirements of completed cables.

(d) Cables used to conduct electrical power.

Table 1.1 provides a summary of the material tests that are set out in the Appendices of this Standard.