IEC 60092-376:2017

Overview

IEC 60092-376:2017 - "Electrical installations in ships - Part 376: Cables for control and instrumentation circuits 150/250 V (300 V)" is an international standard that specifies constructional requirements and test methods for screened and unscreened control and instrumentation cables used in ships and offshore units. These cables have extruded solid insulation with a voltage rating of 150/250 V (300 V) and are intended for fixed installations. The standard aligns its core construction and testing principles with IEC 60092-350 unless otherwise stated.

Key topics and technical requirements

• Scope and object
  • Standardizes cables whose safety and reliability are ensured when installed in accordance with IEC 60092-352.
  • Defines manufacturing requirements and characteristics affecting safety.
  • Specifies test methods for conformity assessment.
• Cable types and construction (Clause 5)
  • Covers a variety of screened and unscreened multicore and single-unit constructions; specific types are listed in the standard.
  • Details requirements for conductors, insulation, cabling, inner/outer sheaths, screens and braid armour.
• Tests, methods and requirements (Clause 6)
  • Refers to general test methods from IEC 60092-350 and adds tables for clarity on enhanced cold properties, oil resistance, resistance to drilling fluids, etc.
  • References updated test methods for fire resistant, low smoke, and halogen-free cable performance where applicable.
• Marking and identification
  • Requirements for voltage marking, origin, core identification and continuity of marking.
• Alignment and updates
  • New structure aligned with IEC 60092-353 and IEC 60092-354.
  • Divided test-method tables for improved clarity and consistency with IEC 60092-350.

Practical applications and who uses this standard

IEC 60092-376 is used by professionals involved in shipboard and offshore electrical systems, including:

• Shipbuilders and shipyard electrical engineers specifying and installing control and instrumentation cables.
• Offshore platform designers and maintenance teams selecting fixed wiring solutions.
• Cable manufacturers and suppliers designing products to meet marine safety and performance requirements.
• Classification societies, procurement specialists and regulatory bodies verifying compliance.
• Test laboratories conducting conformity and fire-resistance testing.

Typical applications include control circuits, instrumentation wiring, sensor and signal cabling, and other fixed onboard wiring where reliable low-voltage performance and defined mechanical, thermal and fire characteristics are required.

Related standards

• IEC 60092-350 - General construction and test methods for shipboard cables
• IEC 60092-352 - Choice and installation of electrical cables
• IEC 60092-353 / IEC 60092-354 - Related parts in the 60092 series
• IEC 60092-360 - Materials for power, control, instrumentation cables
• IEC 60331-1 - Circuit integrity tests for cable fire performance

For safe, compliant marine installations, always reference the latest editions and the normative references cited in IEC 60092-376.