DIN EN 50117-1:2014-06

This standard specifies the general requirements for testing the electrical, mechanical and climatic characteristics of coaxial cables, suitable for use in a wide range of analogue and digital systems. This includes broadband networks (CATV), radio frequency systems, and general signal processing, broadcasting, as well as telecommunications and data network systems. Various constructions and materials provide for indoor and outdoor applications, including underground and overhead installations, and other environmental protection characteristics. Generally, cables in accordance to this standard are designed for use in 50 Ohm and 75 Ohm characteristic impedance systems; although cables of other systems (such as 93/95 Ohm) are also covered by this standard. In respect to the previous version of this standard, the changes refer to the clause regarding the fire performance test methods. The responsible body is DKE/UK 412.3 "Koaxialkabel und -leitungen" ("Coaxial cables") of the DKE (German Commission for Electrical, Electronic and Information Technologies) at DIN and VDE.