This document, which is a Technical Report, provides information on cable shrinkage
characterisation of optical fibre cables that consist of standard glass optical fibres for
telecommunication application. The characterisation is directed to the effects of cable shrinkage
or cable element shrinkage on the termination of cables. Shrinkage can or cannot be a concern
depending on the method of termination. Examples of different cable termination cases are
included and described. Tests for the evaluation of cable shrinkage are recommended that can
be used as indicators, and shrinkage classification by several grades are given.All current amendments available at time of purchase are included with the purchase of this document.