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BASEC issues warning about arctic grade cables(22/01/2010)
The British Approvals Service for Cables (BASEC) is encouraging users to check the marking of any 'arctic grade' cable in use and if concerns are raised to contact the supplier. When purchasing new ‘arctic grade’ cable, users are encouraged to make sure that it has passed cold tests at –40 °C. BASEC has issued a warning about some arctic grade cable supplied into the UK market. This cable, usually coloured yellow or blue, is commonly used on construction sites and other outdoor applications... [more]
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