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Latest comment: 13 February by Planinkovic in topic PEN in flexible-cable in fixed-installation?
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PEN in flexible-cable in fixed-installation?
I'm not sure if the following statement from the article is true: "PEN conductor is not allowed in a flexible cable". Namely, the standard IEC 60364-5-54, in 543.4.1 chapter, says following: "A PEN, PEL or PEM conductor may only be used in fixed electrical installations and, for mechanical reasons, shall have a cross-sectional area..." So, I don't see that the standard prohibits using of "flexible cable", if the installation itself is fixed. (Also, from common-sense-logic side, I cannot see a problem for using PEN-conductor in flexible-cable in fixed-installation.)
Regards, Mladen Planinkovic (talk) 11:08, 13 February 2026 (UTC)
