01309a-000000-0000001 Scope
1.1 This Standard covers Type P cables up through 2000 volts which may be used in accordance with Article 337 of NFPA 70®, National Electrical Code® (NEC®). Cables complying with this Standard are eligible to be marked with the designation “Type P”. Cable marked Type P is a cross-linked polyolefin insulated, single or multi conductor cable, with an equipment grounding conductor only applicable to multiconductor cables, overall nonmetallic jacket and may be armored and sheathed or unarmored. Type P cables are designed for use in offshore and marine environments and are constructed to provide resistance to oil, moisture, chemicals, sunlight, mechanical damage, and flame propagation.
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1.2 Type P cable can be used on mobile installations such as land drilling rigs, or other similar equipment and for industrial installations under engineering supervision.