CKEPJ95/SC Marine Control Cable – EPR Insulated, Steel Wire Armored, LSHF (SHF2) Sheath

Product Overview

The CKEPJ95/SC is a high-performance Low Smoke Halogen Free (LSHF) flame-retardant marine control cable designed for critical power, lighting, and control circuits in demanding environments. It features EPR insulation, an inner and outer sheath of cross-linked polyolefin (SHF2), and robust galvanized steel wire braid armor. This construction delivers superior fire safety with minimal smoke and toxic fumes, excellent mechanical protection, and enhanced thermal/chemical resistance, making it fully compliant with IEC 60092 standards for use on ships, offshore platforms, and in heavy industries.

Key Features & Benefits

  • Enhanced Fire Safety (LSHF): Halogen-Free (IEC 60754) and Low Smoke (IEC 61034) properties significantly reduce corrosive gas emission and smoke density in the event of a fire, improving visibility and safety for evacuation. Meets stringent Flame Retardant (IEC 60332) requirements.

  • Superior Mechanical & Thermal Protection: The galvanized steel wire braid armor (Code 9) provides maximum resistance against impact, crushing, and rodent damage. The cross-linked polyolefin (SHF2) sheaths offer improved thermal stability, chemical resistance, and mechanical strength compared to standard thermoplastic sheaths.

  • Durable & Resilient Construction: EPR insulation ensures reliable electrical performance and long-term thermal endurance at 90°C. The dual-layer SHF2 sheath system provides excellent environmental protection against moisture, oils, and abrasion.

  • Ideal for Confined Spaces: Its LSHF characteristics make this cable particularly suitable for enclosed or poorly ventilated areas on vessels and offshore installations where fire safety is paramount.

Technical Specifications

  • Rated Voltage: 150/250V

  • Maximum Continuous Conductor Temperature: 90°C

  • Available Conductor Cross-Sections: 0.5 mm², 0.75 mm², 1.0 mm², 1.5 mm², 2.5 mm²

  • Core Configuration: Available from 1 to 37 cores.

Construction Details

Item Code Material / Description
Series Code CK Marine & Offshore Control Cable
Conductor / Tinned / Plain Stranded, Annealed Copper Wire
Insulation E Ethylene Propylene Rubber (EPR)
Inner Sheath PJ Cross-linked Polyolefin (SHF2)
Armor 9 Galvanized Steel Wire Braid
Outer Sheath 5 Cross-linked Polyolefin (SHF2)
Sheath Color / Standard Black (Other Colors Available)
Flammability SC Halogen Free Low Smoke Flame Retardant

Standards & Compliance

This cable is manufactured in full compliance with the following international standards:

  • General Design: IEC 60092-350, IEC 60092-376

  • Conductor: IEC 60228

  • Insulation & Sheath: IEC 60092-360

  • Flame Retardant: IEC 60332-1 (Single), IEC 60332-3-22 (Bunched)

  • Halogen Free: IEC 60754

  • Low Smoke Emission: IEC 61034

Applications

This cable is engineered for demanding fixed installations requiring the highest levels of safety and durability:

  • Main and auxiliary control systems, power distribution, and lighting circuits on ships, oil & gas platforms, and offshore structures.

  • Critical control and instrumentation wiring in hazardous or confined areas of power plants, chemical processing facilities, mining operations, and industrial plants.