Product Overview
The CHEPF96/NC is a robust Fire Resistant marine communication cable designed for the most demanding environments where circuit integrity, mechanical protection, and comprehensive safety are non-negotiable. It features a core of Mica/EPR insulation certified to IEC 60331, encased in a unique double-sheathed, galvanized steel wire armored construction with Low Smoke Halogen Free (LSHF) materials. This design provides an exceptional balance of fire survival capability, physical durability, and enhanced safety for critical circuits on vessels, offshore platforms, and in heavy industries.
Key Features & Benefits
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Certified Fire Resistance: Meets IEC 60331, guaranteeing the cable's ability to maintain circuit integrity and continue operation during a fire emergency.
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Maximum Safety & Environmental Protection: Combines Halogen-Free (IEC 60754) and Low Smoke (IEC 61034) properties with high Flame Retardancy (IEC 60332-1 & -3-22) to protect personnel and sensitive equipment.
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Superior Mechanical Protection: The Galvanized Steel Wire Braid Armor offers excellent resistance to crushing, impact, and rodent damage, suitable for exposed or demanding installations.
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Enhanced Environmental Sealing: The Double-Sheathed (SHF1/SHF1) construction, with an inner and outer sheath of Thermoplastic Polyolefin, provides an additional barrier against moisture, oils, and chemicals, prolonging cable life.
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Durable Core Construction: Mica glass tape with EPR insulation ensures the fundamental fire-resistant performance in harsh conditions.
Technical Specifications
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Rated Voltage: 150/250V
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Maximum Continuous Conductor Temperature: 90°C
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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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Core Configuration: Available from 1 to 37 pairs.
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Outer Sheath Color: Standard Black (other colors typically available on request).
Construction Details
| Item | Code | Material / Description |
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| Series Code | CH | Marine & Offshore Symmetrical Communication Cable |
| Conductor | / | Tinned / Plain Stranded, Annealed Copper Wire |
| Insulation | E | Mica Glass Tape + Ethylene Propylene Rubber (EPR) |
| Inner Sheath | PF | Thermoplastic Polyolefin (SHF1) |
| Armor | 9 | Galvanized Steel Wire Braid |
| Outer Sheath | 6 | Thermoplastic Polyolefin (SHF1) |
| Flammability | NC | Halogen Free Low Smoke Fire Resistant |
Standards & Compliance
This cable is manufactured in full compliance with the following international standards:
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General Design: IEC 60092-350, IEC 60092-376
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Conductor: IEC 60228
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Insulation & Sheath: IEC 60092-360
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Fire Resistant: IEC 60331
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Flame Retardant: IEC 60332-1 (Single), IEC 60332-3-22 (Bunched)
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Halogen Free: IEC 60754
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Low Smoke Emission: IEC 61034
Applications
This heavy-duty, fire-resistant cable is engineered for critical and exposed applications, including:
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Essential telecommunication, alarm, control, and data systems on ships and offshore oil & gas platforms, especially in areas prone to physical damage or requiring extended fire survival.
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Safety-critical circuits in harsh industrial environments such as power generation plants, chemical processing facilities, metallurgy, and mining operations.