1.1 This specification covers bare compact round concentric-lay-stranded conductors made from uncoated round copper wires for general use for electrical purposes. These conductors shall be constructed with a central core surrounded by one or more layers of helically laid compacted wires (Explanatory Note 1 and Note 2).
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.2.1 For density, resistivity, and temperature, the values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard.
1.3 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
ASTM B496-16(2021) Referenced Document
ASTM B263 Standard Test Method for Determination of Cross-Sectional Area of Stranded Conductors
ASTM B3 Standard Specification for Soft or Annealed Copper Wire
ASTM B354 Standard Terminology Relating to Uninsulated Metallic Electrical Conductors
ASTM B496-16(2021) history
2021ASTM B496-16(2021) Standard Specification for Compact Round Concentric-Lay-Stranded Copper Conductors
2016ASTM B496-16 Standard Specification for Compact Round Concentric-Lay-Stranded Copper Conductors
2014ASTM B496-14 Standard Specification for Compact Round Concentric-Lay-Stranded Copper Conductors
2013ASTM B496-13a Standard Specification for Compact Round Concentric-Lay-Stranded Copper Conductors
2013ASTM B496-13 Standard Specification for Compact Round Concentric-Lay-Stranded Copper Conductors
2004ASTM B496-04(2010)e1 Standard Specification for Compact Round Concentric-Lay-Stranded Copper Conductors
2004ASTM B496-04 Standard Specification for Compact Round Concentric-Lay-Stranded Copper Conductors
2001ASTM B496-01 Standard Specification for Compact Round Concentric-Lay-Stranded Copper Conductors
1999ASTM B496-99 Standard Specification for Compact Round Concentric-Lay-Stranded Copper Conductors