SPECIFICATION FOR THE TESTING OF BALANCED AND

COAXIAL INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CABLING –

Part 2: Cords as specified in ISO/IEC 1 1801-1 and related standards

1 Scope

This part of IEC 61 935 specifies test methods for balanced and coaxial cords, which are used

as equipment cords, patch cords, and CP cords, within cabling systems, in accordance with

ISO/IEC 1 1 801 -1 . The test methods and associated requirements are provided to demonstrate

performance and reliability and to ensure compatibility of these balanced and coaxial cords

during their operational lifetime. This document may also be used for providing test

methodology for assessing the performance of other cords.