Optical fibre cables - Part 1-121: Generic specification - Basic optical cable test procedures - Mechanical tests methods - Sheath pull-off force for optical fibre cable for use in patch cords, Method E21

Lichtwellenleiterkabel – Teil 1-121: Fachgrundspezifikation - Grundlegende Prüfverfahren für Lichtwellenleiterkabel - Mechanische Prüfverfahren – Mantelabzugskraft von Lichtwelleneiterkabeln zur Verwendung in Patchkabeln, Verfahren E21

Câbles à fibres optiques - Partie 1-121: Spécification générique - Procédures fondamentales d'essais des câbles optiques - Méthodes d'essais mécaniques - Force de retrait de la gaine (dénudage) pour un câble à fibres optiques utilisé dans des cordons de brassage, Méthode E21

Optični kabli - 1-121. del: Splošna specifikacija - Osnovni preskusni postopki za optične kable - Mehanske preskusne metode - Sila za odstranjevanje ovoja optičnega kabla za uporabo v povezovalnih kablih, metoda E21

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Publication Date
17-Jan-2027
Current Stage
4060 - Enquiry results established and sent to TC, SR, BTTF - Enquiry
Start Date
19-Sep-2025
Completion Date
19-Sep-2025

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Effective Date
09-Sep-2025
Effective Date
09-Sep-2025

Overview

prEN IEC 60794-1-121:2025 is a European and international standard developed by CLC and IEC, titled Optical fibre cables – Part 1-121: Generic specification – Basic optical cable test procedures – Mechanical test methods – Sheath pull-off force for optical fibre cable for use in patch cords, Method E21.

This standard defines a mechanical test method, known as Method E21, for measuring the sheath pull-off force of optical fibre cables, specifically designed for use in patch cords. The standard is fundamental in ensuring the reliability and mechanical performance of optical fibre cables in telecommunications and related applications.

Key Topics

  • Sheath Pull-off Force Testing: Establishes uniform procedures to evaluate the force required to remove the sheath from optical fibre cables intended for patch cords.
  • Applicability: Focuses on round simplex and duplex optical fibre cables and sub-elements used in patch cords.
  • Test Methodology:
    • Preparation of cable samples for testing
    • Use of tensile test rigs and specialized tools to remove a section of sheath without damaging the cable core
    • Controlled pulling at specified rates to record the required force
  • Reporting and Requirements:
    • Specifies requirements for test speed, strip length, and force thresholds
    • Outlines necessary details for test reports, including cable description, measured pull-off force, and deviations from standard procedures
  • Quality Assurance: Ensures consistency in cable performance and supports product certification and compliance in supply channels.

Applications

The procedures outlined in IEC 60794-1-121 are crucial for manufacturers, testing laboratories, and quality assurance teams working with optical fibre cables for patch cords. The standard supports:

  • Product Reliability: Verifying that optical fibre patch cords meet required mechanical strength, preventing accidental cable damage during installation or use.
  • Telecommunications Networks: Ensuring robust optical connections in environments where patch cords are frequently handled or repositioned, such as data centers, telecom exchanges, and enterprise networks.
  • Cable Certification: Providing a recognized benchmark for cable manufacturers to demonstrate conformity to international and European requirements.
  • R&D and Product Development: Offering a consistent procedure for evaluating new cable designs and materials, supporting the innovation of more durable and reliable optical patch cords.
  • Procurement Specifications: Assisting network operators and buyers in specifying test-based quality requirements for optical fibre patch cords in procurement contracts.

Related Standards

For comprehensive quality assurance and compatibility in fibre optic cabling, consider these related standards:

  • IEC 60794-1-1:Optical fibre cables – Part 1-1: Generic specification – General
    • Provides general requirements and definitions for optical fibre cables.
  • IEC 60794-1-2:Optical fibre cables – Part 1-2: Generic specification – Basic optical cable test procedures – General guidance
    • Serves as a reference guide to all types of optical cable test procedures.
  • IEC 60794-1-21:Optical fibre cables – Part 1-21: Mechanical test methods
    • Collection of related mechanical test methods for optical fibre cables.
  • ISO/IEC Directives:
    • Guidance for drafting and applying international standards in fibre optics.

For users implementing or specifying patch cord optical fibre cables, compliance with prEN IEC 60794-1-121:2025 is essential for mechanical robustness, interoperability, and network reliability. Employing this standard ensures that optical fibre cables can withstand necessary mechanical stresses and deliver dependable performance in demanding telecommunications environments.

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prEN IEC 60794-1-121:2025 is a draft published by CLC. Its full title is "Optical fibre cables - Part 1-121: Generic specification - Basic optical cable test procedures - Mechanical tests methods - Sheath pull-off force for optical fibre cable for use in patch cords, Method E21". This standard covers: Optical fibre cables - Part 1-121: Generic specification - Basic optical cable test procedures - Mechanical tests methods - Sheath pull-off force for optical fibre cable for use in patch cords, Method E21

Optical fibre cables - Part 1-121: Generic specification - Basic optical cable test procedures - Mechanical tests methods - Sheath pull-off force for optical fibre cable for use in patch cords, Method E21

prEN IEC 60794-1-121:2025 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 33.180.10 - Fibres and cables. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

prEN IEC 60794-1-121:2025 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 60794-1-21:2015, EN 60794-1-21:2015/A1:2020. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-september-2025
Optični kabli - 1-121. del: Splošna specifikacija - Osnovni preskusni postopki za
optične kable - Mehanske preskusne metode - Sila za odstranjevanje ovoja
optičnega kabla za uporabo v povezovalnih kablih, metoda E21
Optical fibre cables - Part 1-121: Generic specification - Basic optical cable test
procedures - Mechanical tests methods - Sheath pull-off force for optical fibre cable for
use in patch cords, Method E21
Câbles à fibres optiques - Partie 1-121: Spécification générique - Procédures
fondamentales d'essais des câbles optiques - Méthodes d'essais mécaniques - Force de
retrait de la gaine (dénudage) pour un câble à fibres optiques utilisé dans des cordons
de brassage, Méthode E21
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: prEN IEC 60794-1-121:2025
ICS:
33.180.10 (Optična) vlakna in kabli Fibres and cables
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

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86A/2503/CD, 86A/2578/CC
IEC SC 86A : FIBRES AND CABLES
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Optical fibre cables - Part 1-121: Generic specification - Basic optical cable test procedures -
Mechanical tests methods – Sheath pull-off force for optical fibre cable for use in patch cords,
Method E21
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2 IEC CD 60794-1-121 ED1 © IEC 2025
1 CONTENTS
2 CONTENTS . 2
3 FOREWORD . 3
4 1 Scope . 5
5 2 Normative references . 5
6 3 Terms and definitions . 5
7 4 Method E21: Sheath pull-off force for optical fibre cable for use in patch cords . 6
8 4.1 Object . 6
9 4.2 General . 6
10 4.3 Sample . 6
11 4.4 Apparatus . 6
12 4.4.1 General . 6
13 4.4.2 Tensile test rig . 6
14 4.4.3 Recording equipment . 6
15 4.4.4 Stripping tools . 6
16 4.4.5 Pulling . 6
17 4.4.6 Cable anchor . 6
18 4.5 Procedure . 7
19 4.6 Requirements . 7
20 4.7 Details to be specified . 7
21 4.8 Details to be reported . 7
23 Figure 1 – Schematic of test arrangement . 8
24 Figure 2 – Example of pulling jig . 8
25 Figure 3 – Cable sample preparation . 9
IEC CD 60794-1-121 ED1 © IEC 2025 3
28 INTERNATIONAL ELECTROTECHNICAL COMMISSION
29 ____________
31 OPTICAL FIBRE CABLES –
33 Part 1-121: Generic specification –
34 Basic optical cable test procedures –
35 Mechanical test methods – Sheath pull-off force for optical fibre cable for
36 use in patch cords, method E21
38 FOREWORD
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