BS EN 50182(Germany)

Standard Overview

BS EN 50182(Germany)-DIN EN 50182 is the German implementation of BS EN 50182, ensuring mechanical strength, electrical performance, and corrosion resistance for overhead conductors. It is widely used in power transmission, railways, and renewable energy projects across Germany and Europe.

Key Technical Requirements

• Material Composition
  • Hard-drawn aluminium (AL1) per EN 60889
  • Aluminium alloys (AL2 to AL7) per EN 50183
  • Galvanized steel wires (ST1A, ST2B, ST3D, etc.) per EN 50189
  • Aluminium-clad steel wires (20SA, 27SA, 30SA, 40SA) per EN 61232 13
• Stranding
  • Alternate-direction lay (left or right lay) 3
  • No joints in steel wires after heat treatment 3
• Testing Requirements
  • Mechanical properties (tensile strength, elongation)
  • Electrical properties (resistivity, impedance)
  • Corrosion protection (grease application per EN 50326)

Applications

• Overhead power transmission & distribution lines
• Railway electrification (compatible with EN 50119)
• High-voltage AC/DC power grids

Compliance & Related Standards

• EN 50119 (Overhead contact lines for railways)
• IEC 61089 (Round wire concentric lay overhead conductors)
• EN 50326 (Grease application guidelines)