CHEPFP96/SC Marine Communication Cable – EPR Insulated, Screened, Steel Armored, LSHF, Dual SHF1 Sheath

Product Overview

The CHEPFP96/SC is a robust and safety-compliant armored marine communication cable, engineered to deliver reliable performance in demanding conditions. It integrates EPR insulation, a dedicated metallic screengalvanized steel wire armor, and a dual-layer Thermoplastic Polyolefin (SHF1) sheath within a Low Smoke Halogen Free (LSHF) construction. This design offers a comprehensive solution, combining mechanical durability, effective EMI shielding, and superior fire safety (IEC 60754, 61034) for critical data and control circuits in exposed or high-risk marine and industrial environments.

Key Features & Benefits

  • Robust Mechanical Protection: The galvanized steel wire braid armor (9) provides maximum resistance against crushing, impact, and rodent damage, making the cable suitable for direct burial, tray installation, or exposed runs in harsh conditions.

  • Enhanced Fire Safety & EMI Shielding: Features full Halogen-Free, Low Smoke Flame Retardant (SC) properties, minimizing toxic fumes and smoke. The tinned copper braid or foil screen (P) ensures protection against electromagnetic interference for signal integrity.

  • Cost-Effective, Durable Sheathing: The dual-layer Thermoplastic Polyolefin (SHF1) sheath (PF inner & 6 outer) offers excellent moisture, chemical, and abrasion resistance, providing durable external protection while maintaining cost-effectiveness and LSHF compliance.

  • Comprehensive Environmental Suitability: Designed to withstand harsh maritime and industrial atmospheres, offering a balance of physical protection, fire safety, and reliable data transmission.

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 pairs.

  • Outer Sheath Color: Standard Black (other colors available on request).

Construction Details

Item Code Material / Description
Series Code CH Marine & Offshore Symmetrical Communication Cable
Conductor / Tinned / Plain Stranded, Annealed Copper Wire
Insulation E EPR (Ethylene Propylene Rubber)
Inner Sheath PF Thermoplastic Polyolefin (SHF1)
Screen P Tinned Copper Wire Braid, or Alu/Polyester Tape + Copper Drain Wire
Armor 9 Galvanized Steel Wire Braid
Outer Sheath 6 Thermoplastic Polyolefin (SHF1)
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 armored LSHF cable is designed for demanding, exposed installations requiring high safety standards:

  • Marine & Offshore: External deck wiring, machinery space communications, and offshore platform data links where cables are exposed to physical damage and must comply with stringent LSHF safety regulations.

  • Industrial & Infrastructure: Power plant instrumentation, chemical process control systems, and tunnel communications that require a combination of mechanical ruggedness, EMI protection, and mandatory low smoke, zero halogen fire safety performance.