ASTM D3032 : 16

Standard Test Methods for Hookup Wire Insulation

Standard Details

1.1 These test methods cover procedures for testing hookup wire.

1.2 For the purposes of these test methods, hookup wire insulation includes all components of the insulation system used on single insulated conductors or an assembly of single insulated conductors such as a cable bundle and harness or flat ribbon cable. The insulating materials include not only the primary insulation over the conductor, but also insulating jackets over shielded constructions.

1.3 The test procedures and their locations are as follows:

	Section
Axial Stability (Longitudinal Change) After Thermal Exposure	21
Bondability of Insulation to Potting Compounds	19
Capacitance	9 to 12
Cold Bend Test	26
Concentricity	16
Crush Resistance	20
Dielectric Breakdown Voltage	5
Dimensions	15
Dry-Arc Tracking	29
Dynamic Cut-Through	22
Fluid Immersion	23
High Temperature Shock	24
Insulation-Continuity Proof Tests	13
Insulation Resistance	6
Partial Discharge (Corona) Inception and Extinction Voltage	25
Relative Thermal Life and Temperature Index	14
Strip Force	27
Surface Resistance	7
Tensile Properties	17
Vertical Flame Test	18
Voltage Rating of Hook-Up Wire	A2
Voltage Withstand Test	8
Wet Arc-Tracking	28

1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to inch-pound units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. For specific precaution statements, see 12.2.1, 12.4.1.8, 18.1.3, Note 17, and 25.4.