Product Overview
The CHEF80/SA is a flame-retardant, shielded marine communication cable designed for reliable data and signal transmission in demanding environments. Featuring Ethylene Propylene Rubber (EPR) insulation for stable electrical performance, a durable Polychloroprene (PCP) inner sheath, and tinned copper wire braid armor, this cable provides essential protection against electromagnetic interference (EMI) and mechanical stress. It is specifically engineered for telecommunications, instrumentation, and data processing systems on ships, offshore platforms, and in industrial settings.
Technical Specifications
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Rated Voltage (U₀/U): 150/250 V
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Maximum Continuous Conductor Temperature: 90°C
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Conductor: Tinned or Plain Stranded, Annealed Copper Wire (IEC 60228)
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Available Conductor Cross-Sections: 0.5 mm², 0.75 mm², 1.0 mm², 1.5 mm², 2.5 mm²
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Cable Configuration: 1 to 37 Pairs (Symmetrical Communication Cable)
Cable Construction & Materials
| Item | Code | Material / Description |
|---|---|---|
| Series Code | CH | Marine & Offshore Symmetrical Communication Cable |
| Conductor | / | Tinned/Plain Stranded, Annealed Copper Wire |
| Insulation | E | EPR insulated |
| Inner Sheath | F | PCP |
| Armor | 8 | Tinned/Plain Copper Wire Braided |
| Outer Sheath | 0 | Without Outer Sheath |
| Flammability | SA | Bunched Cables Flame Retardant |
Key Performance Characteristics
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Stable Signal Integrity: EPR insulation ensures consistent dielectric properties and minimal signal loss, which is critical for reliable data and communication transmission.
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Effective EMI Shielding: The tinned copper wire braid armor provides excellent protection against electromagnetic interference (EMI), safeguarding sensitive communication and instrumentation signals from external noise.
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Environmental Durability: The Polychloroprene (PCP, Neoprene) inner sheath offers robust resistance to oils, ozone, weathering, and abrasion, protecting the cable core.
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Bunched Flame Retardancy (SA): Complies with IEC 60332-1 and IEC 60332-3-22 for flame retardancy when installed in bunched configurations, helping to inhibit the spread of fire.
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Flexible & Dependable: Designed for reliable fixed installations in marine and industrial communication networks.
Standards & Compliance
This communication cable is designed and manufactured in accordance with relevant international marine standards:
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IEC 60092-350, 376 (General construction and requirements for communication cables)
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IEC 60228 (Conductors)
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IEC 60092-360 (Insulation and sheath materials)
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IEC 60332-1 & IEC 60332-3-22 (Flame retardancy tests)
Typical Applications
This cable is specifically designed for communication and data systems in harsh environments:
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Marine & Offshore: Telecommunication lines, instrumentation circuits, computer networks, and data processing systems on ships, oil platforms, and other offshore structures.
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Industrial: Signal transmission, process control, and communication wiring in plants, power stations, and mining operations where EMI protection and environmental resistance are needed.