CHJ86 EMC Armored Marine Instrumentation Cable 250V | IEC 60092 | XLPE Insulation

Offshore Instrumentation and Signal Cable
Description

Product Overview

CHJ86 EMC Armored Marine Instrumentation and Communication Cable 250V is engineered for superior electromagnetic compatibility in demanding marine and offshore environments. Featuring comprehensive copper tape screening and copper wire braid armor, this cable delivers exceptional signal integrity for critical power, lighting, and control systems aboard vessels and offshore installations.

Key Features & Benefits

  • Enhanced EMC Protection: 100% copper tape screening with drain wire ensures superior electromagnetic compatibility

  • Robust Armor Protection: Copper wire braid armor (>94% coverage) provides mechanical strength and additional screening

  • High-Temperature Performance: XLPE insulation rated for 90°C continuous operation

  • Comprehensive Safety Compliance: Flame-retardant, halogen-free, and low smoke emission properties

  • Durable Marine Construction: Polyolefine sheath (SHF1/SHF2) resistant to marine environmental conditions

  • Flexible Installation Options: Available in fixed and flexible configurations for various marine applications

Applications

Critical signal and power transmission in marine environments:

  • Shipboard Systems: Power, lighting, and control circuits in commercial and naval vessels

  • Offshore Platforms: Fixed installations on production platforms and drilling rigs

  • Communication Networks: Instrumentation and data transmission systems

  • Open Deck Areas: Protected installations in exposed marine environments

  • Control Systems: Automation and control circuits in marine applications

Construction

 

Advanced layered construction for optimal marine performance:

  1. Conductor: Stranded copper wire (IEC 60228 Class 2, Class 5)

  2. Insulation: XLPE (IEC 60092-351)

  3. Twisted Pair: Two insulated cores twisted together to form pairs

  4. Bedding: Filler tape for structural integrity

  5. Screen:

    • Drain wire copper (all sizes)

    • 100% copper tape screening

  6. Armour:

    • Copper wire braid, coverage >94% (IEC 60092-350)

    • Tinned copper wire braid available on request

  7. Sheath:

    • Polyolefine plastic, SHF1 (IEC 60092-359)

    • Thermosetting polyolefine, SHF2 available on request

    • Standard color grey, other colors on request

Specifications

Electrical Characteristics:

  • Rated Voltage: 150/250V (300V)

  • Transfer Impedance: Typical value 26dB over 1mΩ/m at 100MHz [20mΩ/m]

  • Loop Resistance: Maximum specified at +20°C

  • Pair Capacitance: Nominal at 800Hz

  • Insulation Resistance: Specified at +20°C

Service Conditions:

  • Operating Temperature: -40°C to +90°C

  • Installation Temperature: Minimum -15°C

  • Bending Radius:

    • Metal Braided Armored: 6 × cable diameter

    • Non-Armored (D≤25mm): 4 × cable diameter

    • Non-Armored (D>25mm): 6 × cable diameter

Standards Compliance

  • Design: IEC 60092-353

  • Conductor: IEC 60228 Class 2, Class 5

  • Insulation: IEC 60092-351

  • Sheath: IEC 60092-359

  • Flame-retardant: IEC 60332-1-2, IEC 60332-3-22 (Category A)

  • Halogen-free: IEC 60754 series

  • Smoke Emission: IEC 61034 series

  • Transfer Impedance: IEC 61196-1