MGCH-F Fire Resistant Marine Power Cable – Halogen Free 0.6/1kV

Product Code: MGCH-F
Rated Voltage: 600/1000V
Standards: DIN 89158/98, IEC 60092-353


Product Overview

The MGCH-F is a premium halogen-free, fire-resistant marine power cable designed for critical power applications where circuit integrity during fire conditions is essential. Featuring special fire barriers and copper braid screening, this cable ensures continuous power supply even in emergency situations while providing complete electromagnetic interference protection.


Key Applications

  • Vessel Types: Cargo ships, Passenger vessels, Special-purpose vessels

  • Critical Systems: Emergency power circuits, Safety equipment power supply

  • Installation: Fixed installations requiring enhanced fire protection

  • Environments: Areas where circuit integrity must be maintained during fire incidents


Standards & Certifications

International Standards:

  • IEC 60092-353

  • IEC 60331 (Fire Resistant)

  • IEC 60332-3 (Flame Retardant)

  • IEC 60754-1/2 (Gas toxicity/corrosivity)

  • IEC 61034 (Smoke density)

National Standards:

  • DIN 89158/98


Key Features

  • Enhanced Fire Resistance: Maintains circuit integrity during fire (IEC 60331 compliant)

  • EMI Protection: Copper braid screen minimizes electromagnetic interference

  • Halogen Free: Eliminates corrosive gas emission in fire conditions

  • Flame Retardant: Prevents fire spread along cable length

  • Environmental Safety: Low smoke emission and non-toxic gases


Cable Construction

  1. Conductor
    Annealed Stranded Bare Copper, Class 2

  2. Insulation
    Fire Barriers + HEPR (Cross-linked Ethylene Propylene Rubber)

  3. Filler/Tape
    Provides structural integrity

  4. Armour
    Separator tape + Bare copper braid screen

  5. Sheath
    Polyolefin - halogen-free material


Technical Specifications

Electrical Characteristics

Parameter Specification
Rated Voltage Uo/U(Um) 600/1000V
Test Voltage 3500V

Usage Characteristics

Parameter Specification
Minimum Installation Temperature -10°C
Minimum Operating Temperature -35°C
Short-circuit Max. Temperature 250°C
Max. Operating Temperature 85°C
Flame Retardant IEC 60332-3 Cat. A
Fire Resistant IEC 60331 Compliant
Smoke Density IEC 61034 Compliant
Gas Corrosivity IEC 60754-2 Compliant
Gas Toxicity Non-toxic per IEC 60754-1
EMI Resistance Yes

Minimum Bending Radius

  • All cable types: 6 × cable diameter


Safety & Performance Benefits

  • Circuit Integrity: Maintains power supply during fire emergencies

  • Personnel Safety: Halogen-free construction protects against toxic fumes

  • Equipment Protection: EMI screening ensures reliable electronic operation

  • Regulatory Compliance: Meets SOLAS and other marine safety requirements

  • Durability: Suitable for harsh marine environments