1. Overview of the Standard
- Publication: IEC 183, Second Edition
- Publication Date: 1984
- Amendment: Amendment 1, published November 1990
- Issuing Body: International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), prepared by Sub-Committee 20A (High-voltage cables) of Technical Committee No. 20 (Electric cables).
- Title: Guide to the selection of high-voltage cables
- Scope: The standard is intended to provide guidance on the selection of high-voltage cables, including conductor size, insulation level, and cable construction. It is applicable to three-phase alternating current systems with operating voltages exceeding 1 kV. The content primarily addresses alternating current applications; direct current systems may be covered in a future publication.