IEC and EN
Recognised Standards
Wires and Cables
Wire and Cable Testing Laboratory
Reliable Connections Start with Verified Cables
Independent testing for power, control, data, automotive, communication, marine, flexible and specialised cables, supporting safety, durability, signal integrity and global compliance.
Power to Data
Broad Product Coverage
Global Markets
Compliance Support
Controlled Cable Evaluation
Complete Scope
Safety, performance, mechanical, environmental and compliance testing coordinated within one structured programme.
Electrical Safety
Insulation, resistance, continuity, and voltage performance evaluation.
Fire Performance
Flame spread, smoke generation, fire resistance, and combustion behaviour.
Mechanical Durability
Bend, flex, pull, compression, tensile, and repeated movement testing.
Environmental Exposure
Temperature, humidity, ultraviolet exposure, moisture, and chemical resistance.
Reliable Transmission Starts Here
Validate Cable Safety, Durability and Dependable Performance
Cables are critical to electrical power, control, communication and transport systems. A structured test programme helps manufacturers confirm insulation integrity, conductor performance, mechanical strength, fire behaviour and resilience under real operating conditions.
METS Laboratories supports manufacturers, suppliers and project teams with independent technical evidence aligned with recognised IEC, EN and related international requirements.
Why Cable Testing Matters
A cable failure can interrupt power, compromise data, damage connected equipment or create a serious fire and safety risk.
Protect Electrical Systems
Confirm insulation, voltage and conductor characteristics before installation.
Reduce Premature Failure
Evaluate bending, pulling, compression, ageing and environmental exposure.
Support Market Acceptance
Build technical evidence around recognised standards and target applications.
What We Test
Cable categories across critical applications
The final test scope is selected according to cable construction, voltage class, intended use and destination market.
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Power Cables
Low, medium and high voltage cable systems for buildings, infrastructure and industrial use.
Voltage and Durability
02
Control and Instrumentation
Cables for automation, machinery, process control and measurement systems.
Industrial Reliability
03
Data and Communication
Ethernet, fibre optic, coaxial and telecom cables for signal and data transmission.
Signal Integrity
04
Automotive and EV Cables
Vehicle wiring, charging cables and harness components for conventional and electric mobility.
Vehicle Applications
05
Marine and Offshore
Cables designed for shipboard installations, offshore assets and demanding environments.
Harsh Environment
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Specialised Cables
Fire resistant, halogen free, flexible, robotic and application specific cable constructions.
Special RequirementsTesting Capabilities
Multiple Test Disciplines, One Coordinated Programme
Testing can be organised around safety, performance, construction, operating environment, and the standards relevant to your cable category.
Electrical and Safety Assessment
Verify the electrical characteristics that support safe and efficient current or signal transmission.
Conductor Resistance
Insulation Resistance
Voltage Withstand
Continuity
Temperature Rise
Insulation Integrity
Fire and Smoke Performance
Evaluate flame behaviour and material response for cables used in buildings, infrastructure, and critical installations.
Flame Propagation
Fire Resistance
Smoke Density
Halogen Free Claims
Overload Safety
Material Behaviour
Mechanical Durability
Confirm that the cable construction withstands installation forces and repeated movement during service.
Tensile Strength
Bending
Flex Life
Pull Testing
Compression
Dimensional Checks
Environmental and Compliance Testing
Assess how materials and construction perform after exposure to expected operating and storage conditions.
High Temperature
Low Temperature
Humidity
UV Exposure
Chemical Resistance
Ageing
Standards We Support
Recognised Cable Standards Translated Into a Practical Test Plan
The applicable requirements depend on cable type, rated voltage, materials, installation environment, and destination market.
Recognised Standards
Test methods are selected according to cable construction, application, fire performance, and market requirements.
IEC 60228
Conductors of insulated cables and conductor characteristics.
IEC 60332
Fire testing for electric and optical fibre cable products.
IEC 60502
Power cables with extruded insulation and related accessories.
IEC 60227 Series
Polyvinyl chloride insulated cables of rated voltages.
IEC 60794
Optical fibre cable requirements and associated test methods.
IEC 61034
Measurement of smoke density under defined fire conditions.
EN 50575
Power, control, and communication cables for construction works.
EN 50264, 50225, 50363
Railway, low voltage, insulation, and sheathing material requirements.
From Construction Review to Market Readiness
METS Laboratories aligns samples, test methods, technical evidence, and reporting with your product objective.
Product and Standard Review
Confirm cable type, ratings, construction, intended use, and destination market.
Defined Laboratory Scope
Select electrical, fire, mechanical, and environmental test methods.
Controlled Evaluation
Generate traceable observations, measurements, technical evidence, and results.
Technical Reporting
Support engineering decisions, customer approval, compliance, and certification.
Our Testing Process
A Clear Route From Sample Review to Final Report
A structured workflow keeps requirements visible, samples controlled, and results easy to act on.
Requirement Review
We confirm cable construction, intended application, voltage rating, applicable standards, sample requirements, and target market.
Test Plan and Samples
Our team defines the required sample lengths, conditioning, test methods, supporting documents, and laboratory sequence.
Laboratory Evaluation
Electrical, fire, mechanical, and environmental tests are completed using controlled methods and traceable measurements.
Reporting and Support
You receive clear technical results, documented findings, and practical guidance for corrective action or the next compliance step.
Why METS Laboratories
Technical Depth With Responsive Project Support
Our team combines independent laboratory evaluation with clear communication, helping cable manufacturers and suppliers understand findings and move efficiently toward a compliant product.
Start Your Testing ProjectFire and Safety Expertise
Testing covers insulation integrity, flame behaviour, smoke generation, overload conditions, and related safety risks.
Mechanical Durability
Bend, flex, pull, compression, tensile, and repeated movement methods help validate cable construction strength.
Global Compliance Support
Test evidence can be aligned with power, marine, railway, data, construction, and related international requirements.
Performance Validation
Electrical characteristics, signal reliability, environmental resilience, and service durability are assessed clearly.