Specifications

Cable installation methods
The 17
th
Edition has introduced many new cable installation methods.
There are 53 installation methods listed in BS 7671:2008 as opposed to
just 20 in BS 7671:2001.
The majority of installation methods listed in ProDesign v15 are taken
from the Installation Methods described in BS 7671:2008, Table 4A2.
Additionally, the list also includes installation methods that are in
common usage but are not described in the standard.
The installation methods that appear in the list are restricted to those that
are valid for the cable type selected. For example, ‘Buried direct in
ground’ will not be listed for an un-armoured cable type.
Because of the large number described in BS 7671:2008, Table 4A2,
installation methods are chosen in two steps. The first step lists general
categories of methods resulting in a short list of applicable methods in
step 2. Alternatively, select ‘All methods’ in step 1 to give a complete list
in step 2.
A picture appears in the tab giving visual confirmation of the selected
installation method. Alongside the picture a panel contains a detailed
description of the currently selected installation, including the applicable
Reference method.
AMTECH Quick Guide 2008 -17
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Edition • 13