Standard Overview

AS/NZS 5000.1 specifies requirements for electric cables with thermoplastic or thermosetting insulation for fixed wiring applications. It covers low voltage cables used in residential, commercial, and industrial electrical installations in Australia and New Zealand.

The standard applies to cables with copper or aluminum conductors, including PVC and XLPE insulated cables designed for fixed electrical installations.

Key Requirements

Conductor: Copper or aluminum conductors complying with AS/NZS requirements

Insulation: PVC, XLPE, or other thermoplastic/thermosetting insulation materials

Cable Type: Single-core and multicore cables for fixed wiring applications

Voltage Rating: Up to 0.6/1kV

Requirements: Electrical performance, mechanical properties, and safety requirements

Applications

Used for building wiring, fixed electrical installations, industrial facilities, and low voltage power distribution systems.

Related Standards

IEC 60227 — PVC insulated cables up to 450/750V

IEC 60502-1 — Power cables with extruded insulation up to 3kV

AS/NZS 3000 — Electrical installations (Australian/New Zealand Wiring Rules)

AS/NZS 1125 — Conductors in insulated electric cables