What is ISO 11801-6:2016?

The ISO 11801-6:2016 standard, also known as "Information technology - Generic cabling for customer premises - Part 6: Distributed building services" is an internationally recognized technical specification that provides guidelines for the installation of structured cabling systems in buildings. It is a part of the ISO/IEC 11801 series of standards that cover various aspects of generic cabling systems.

Main Features and Scope

ISO 11801-6:2016 focuses on distributed building services, which refers to the integration of different systems such as access control, video surveillance, environmental monitoring, and building management systems with the structured cabling infrastructure. The standard aims to ensure compatibility, reliability, and interoperability of these systems by providing requirements for their design, installation, and testing.

Design and Installation Guidelines

ISO 11801-6:2016 provides detailed guidelines for the design and installation of distributed building services. It covers aspects such as pathway and space allocation, layout of equipment rooms, grounding and bonding, cable routing, and labeling. The standard emphasizes the importance of planning and documentation in order to achieve a reliable and future-proof cabling infrastructure.

Testing and Performance Verification

Another crucial aspect covered by ISO 11801-6:2016 is the testing and performance verification of distributed building services. The standard defines the procedures and requirements for testing parameters such as bandwidth, transmission delay, power sum attenuation-to-crosstalk ratio (PSACR), and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). Compliance with these performance parameters ensures the functionality and reliability of the distributed services.