IEC TR 63442:2026 which is a Technical Report, describes the background and need for rodent protection, including possible construction techniques to lessen the effects of rodent attacks. This can include installation design as well as cable design.
This document does not provide test methods for the evaluation of the effectiveness of the different cable designs.
However, Annex A, Annex B, Annex C and Annex D do contain information on historic testing and test methods investigated in research establishments, for completeness.
IN_DEVELOPMENT
IEC TR 63442 ED1
50.20
Proof sent to secretariat or FDIS ballot initiated: 8 weeks
Nov 6, 2026
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