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CAVICEL Construction and General Information Construction Standards at a glance Standards Cable Selection Fire Resistant Cables SR 114H SR 114E SR 125 E30 SR 125 RF1 SR 125H SR 225 SR 118 SR 220 SR 109 SR 116H SR 112 SR 206 SR 106H SR 145 SR 140 SLO-FR / MLO-FR Fire Tests Recommendation for handling and storage Reference Installations 4 6 6 8 14 15 16 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 34 35
ISO 9001:2008 Certificate No. 217
ISO 9001:2008 n. 9125.CAVL
ISO 14001:2004 n. 9191.CVCL
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Fire: a serious problem
Fires have a high cost in terms of loss of human life and of damages to plants and structures. About a third of fires originate inside buildings. Research studies in this field state that the most commonly identified cause of death from a fire accident is being overcome by gas or smoke (Department for Communities and Local Government - formerly ODPM - Fire Statistics, United Kingdom, 2005). Other influential sources have demonstrated that for the last 50 years, the average time from ignition of a fire to flashover has gone from 15 minutes to 3 minutes, thus seriously complicating the escape from fire. And this is due only to the increase of plastics in home and buildings. It has to be kept into consideration, then, that even the most sophisticated alarm systems or emergency systems can be useless if their performances are compromised by the destruction of the cables because of the fire. This is the reason why, over the last few years, the companies have strongly invested in design and development of insulation material and of cables granting the best performances in case of fire, while reducing fumes and acid gases emission and granting the circuit integrity even in case of fire. Cavicel has been present for years onto the market with its own products and its own experience.
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When talking about safety, a particular care must be paid to your interlocutor. When you then have to choose products that must safeguard systems and human lives, you have to make sure that your choice is the right one. The cables, for instance, that quite often cannot be seen, being hidden in walls or below the floor, but run for kilometres around us, must be chosen by a company you trust. Cavicel is present onto the market with a wide range of products, including the fire resistant cables FIRECEL that are installed in over 30 countries. Buildings, skyscrapers, public buildings, chemical and petrochemical plants, undergrounds, manifold applications that have a common denominator: they require a safe use of cables. When selecting cables that should guarantee specific performances in case of fire, it is necessary to choose a reliable company, with a long experience and careful to technology evolution. A reliable company, having a long experience that allows to gain the market trust.
The security of our cables during a fire

Cavicel has started designing and manufacturing fire resistant cables in the first 70s. Before that, it studied halogen free special compounds having very low fume development, when the relevant norms were not defined yet; Cavicel has then used these products in the manufacturing of its fire resistant cables. In 1983 the first patent covering an enhanced flame resistant cable had been deposited and the manufacturing of special products for specific requirements had been enlarged. Those have been more and more used with a wider and wider diffusion in many fields. The study has then included the optic fibres and in 1999 Cavicel deposited a patent covering fire resistant fibre optic cables. To improve as much as possible the research and development activity, Cavicel has equipped itself since many years with a fire test laboratory capable to carry out tests according to several international standards. A bigger guarantee for our Customer.
Why CAVICEL
We have a long experience in designing and manufacturing special cables for over 50 years, and we have always worked closed to our customers to understand the real needs. Our cables installed in more than 50 countries say that we have the right knowledge and experience in approaching the market. We know the problems that a fire could cause to the cables, in terms of both signal interruption and fume emission that could prevent the evacuation or the rescue. There are a lot of problems to handle, we know, and this is why we work together with our customers to deepen all the problems. The right Partner is important to CAVICEL and this is why we put our experience at customers disposal.
Where CAVICEL
Our cables are installed in the following countries: Algeria, Austria, Bangladesh, Belgium, Brunei, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Holland, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Iran, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Maldive, Malta, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Spain, Sudan, Sweden, Syria, Taiwan, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Usa, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen. Many destinations, but only one origin: Italy
Total Quality
Quality means different things to different people. Quality is not only our approved Quality System according to ISO 9001 by CSQ Italy and LPCB UK. Quality is not only our full equipped test laboratory to certified required characteristics of cables. For CAVICEL Quality simply means to satisfy customers not only supplying them the required products, but working together in a professional way to create a long lasting successfully relationship. Our growth and success stem from the quality of our promise and the certainty of delivering on promise. Quality also means respect for the environment and this is why Cavicel is now ISO 14001 certified.
Our Value
We are cable manufacturer, but we do not only supply cables. We grant the satisfaction of the right solution in cable application. And this means to have fully evaluated all customers requirements, not only in term of cable performance, but in term of service, knowledge, reliability in order to assure the best value for the customer. We try to understand our partners situation and criticality. Than we just create a cable which lets your value flow free. This is CAVICEL: Conducting Value.
Construction and General Information

Insulation
The most widespread technologies to guarantee the electric cables connection integrity during a fire are currently the following: ceramified silicone-rubber mica-glass tape and cross-linked polyolefine The taping with mica tape is the most typical solution; it allows the use of several insulation materials since the fire resistance is guaranteed by the tape. The silicone rubber is currently the most frequently used solution and simplifies and speeds up the installation, thanks to the easy peeling and to the lack of tape. Mica-glass tape Silicone rubber
Conductors
Conductors can generally be according to EN 60288: class 1 solid class 2 stranded class 5 flexible
Type of conductors are chosen according to electrical characteristics, required flexibility, type of connection systems or specific installation conditions, for example: in presence of vibration or movement or reduced bending radius is preferable class 5 flexible conductor, class 1 solid conductor is preferable for permanent installation, crimping termination, in presence of corrosive atmosphere, high temperature or to facilitate the soldering is preferable tinned conductor.
Cabling
Fire resistant cables generally can be laid-up in concentric construction and in pairs. Twisting is important to reduce noise in circuits and also the lay of twist in some constructions must be carefully considered.
Screening
Screens are often used in instrumentation cables to prevent or reduce possible interference in cables that can be caused by the following reasons: Cross-talk from adjacent pairs or triples; Interference induced by external source such as electrical equipments, machinery, power line. The most popular screen is: Aluminium/polyester tape with a tinned copper drain wire or earth conductor Following screens can also been used, when required: Copper/polyester tape with a tinned copper drain wire, for a better screen effect Bare copper braid for electromagnetic interference or when the cable is subject to movements
Aluminium/polyester or copper/polyester tapes normally have a total thickness from 25 to 100 m, according to standards and are wrapped with an overlap >125% to assure a full coverage even in case of bending. In continuous contact with metallic side there could be an earth tinned conductor, same cross section of the other cores, or a drain wire, normally tinned copper, 0.5 sqmm, stranded or solid, according to cable specifications. Copper braid normally has a coverage from 80% to 95%. This type of screen presents a lower electrical resistance, a very good protection also to electromagnetic noises and a higher mechanical resistance compared to aluminium/polyester tape. It is suitable for mobile applications.
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Armouring
Metallic armour are used when cables have to be installed direct buried, or if mechanical protection is required. Following points must be considered: Required tensile load Expected pressure on cable during service Protection against rodent Protection against accidental damage Minimum required bending radius. SWA: single layer of galvanized steel wires, with diameters according to relevant standards, coverage min. 90%. This armour assures a very good mechanical protection and tensile strength. An additional counterspiral tape increases solidity, if required. GSWB: galvanized steel wire braid, diameter of wire: 0.20 - 0.25 0.30 - 0.40 mm, with coverage of >80%. It assures a good mechanical resistance, allowing a lower bending radius compared to other armour. It is preferable when there is movement or vibration. For special application is possible to use stainless steel, tinned copper or special alloy wires.
Sheath
To optimize the behaviour in case of fire, best sheath is made of LSZH (Lows Smoke Zero Halogen) materials since, thanks to that, fire would not be propagated, toxic or corrosive gases would not be developed and a minimum quantity of white fumes are emitted. Other materials can obviously be used in case of specific installation requirements, such as: PVC, for example, where a higher resistance to oils and chemicals is required (this material contains halogens, so it emits acid gas and smoke). PE, when a higher resistance to water and moisture is required (this material is no anti-flame, though).
Standards at a glance
A higher and higher care is paid towards safety in many places and environments in general. Fire is considered one of the most frequent cause of disasters and human lives loss. The standards have tried more and more to face this problem under various aspects. Over the last few years, particularly, both national (BS, DIN, CEI) and international (EN, IEC) standards have gone through a remarkable evolution. The evolution, though, is so fast that it is difficult to always have an updated picture. The purpose of this section is therefore to provide an overview on how the standards have faced the definition, the choice and the installation of the electric cables concerning the fire risks. Reference is also made to outdated standards since they are still present in many specifications.
Fire resistance
Fire resistance means that the cable or the installation where the cable is installed is capable to continue to operate even in case of fire for a specific period of time (from 30 to 180 minutes). To be more precise, it is possible to have two different definitions: Circuit Integrity (or Insulation Integrity) which indicates tests exclusively referred to cables; System Circuit Integrity is referred to tests on cables and systems (ladder, cable tray, clamps). In some countries, such as Germany or Belgium, the first characteristics (Circuit Integrity) is often indicated by an abbreviation (FE180 in case the test lasts 180 min) and the second one (System Circuit Integrity) by the abbreviations E30, E60, E90 that indicate the cable resistance for 30, 60 and 90 minutes according to a specific test and with different installation systems.
Fire resistance - Circuit Integrity
Fire resistance - System Circuit Integrity
Flame non propagation
Fire resistance - System Circuit Integrity - Reference Standards
Fire resistance - Circuit integrity - Reference Standards
Behaviour to the fire of the electric cables

The behaviour of the electric cables in case of fire can be evaluated according to various aspects: Fire resistance - Non propagation of fire - Emission of fumes and acid gases The first aspect can be considered as active since the cable continues to perform its main function: transmit power and signals even during the fire. The other characteristics can be defined as passive, but of primary importance, by limiting the fire propagation and by reducing fumes and gases that are developed by the combustion and that cause severe damages and human lives losses. It must be considered, in fact, that most commonly identified causes for death from a fire incident are due to gas or smoke.
Reaction to fire propagation

Cables can be a critical vehicle for the fire transmission since they run for long tracts, even in vertical ducts that could behave as chimneys and therefore propagate the fire even in other areas. CAVICEL uses high self-extinguishing materials and realizes constructive solutions that contrast the flame propagation. Normally two characteristics are checked: non propagation of flame on a single cable alike the wiring and the non propagation of flame on more cables assembled as a bunch, as generally happens for electric installations.
Emission of fumes and acid gases

CAVICEL always uses LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen) sheaths for its FIRECEL cables (unless when specifically prescribed because of special working conditions). This term indicates materials that are properly formulated to guarantee, besides the high self-estinguishing characteristic, also a low emission of clear fumes, without halogens (corrosive gases) and that do not develop toxic gases in case of combustion. Other acronyms are used, some of which are registered; it is important though that the required performance are clear. A term which is not too clear is, for instance, the acronym LSF (Low Smoke and Fumes), that, not making any reference to halogens, could also be referred to PVC; in this case, the characteristics of corrosive gases absence is missing.
Non propagation of fire
Smoke Density
Acid Gas Emission
Fire resistance - Circuit Integrity

The first tests on fire resistance cables were only providing the presence of flame, for example for IEC 331 standards, for a period of 180 minutes at a temperature of 750C. Subsequently the test conditions have been extended, by changing the duration, by increasing the temperature of the flame and by adding mechanical stress and water sprays. These modifications allowed to better simulate the real fire conditions, with mechanical stresses due to the fall of materials and with the presence of water for the putting out of the same. The standard BS 6387 has been introduced by keeping that into consideration: it was providing three tests on three different cable samples: one only with the flame, up to 950C (cat. C), one with the flame and water spray (cat. W), one with the flame and mechanical stresses (cat. Z). This test is still used but its limit is to require three different tests on three different cable samples. BS EN 50200 standard has solved this problem since the same cable sample is simultaneously stressed by the flame action, by the mechanical shock and by water spray.
Fire resistance
Fire resistance - Circuit integrity - Reference Standards

IEC 60331 - Tests for electric cables under fire conditions - Circuit integrity. This is one of the first tests that had been introduced to verify electric cables fire resistance. Currently it is divided in more parts that describe the test modes, the conditions and the equipment to use. The test, originally carried out only in presence of fire, now also stresses the cable with mechanical shocks. In details, the standard is subdivided in several parts: IEC 60331-1ed1.0(2009-05) - Part 1: Test method for fire with shock at a temperature of at least 830 C for cables of rated voltage up to and including 0,6/1,0 kV and with an overall diameter exceeding 20 m IEC 60331-2ed1.0(2009-05) - Part 2: Test method for fire with shock at a temperature of at least 830 C for cables of rated voltage up to and including 0,6/1,0 kV and with an overall diameter not exceeding 20 mm IEC 60331-3ed1.0(2009-05) - Part 3: Test method for fire with shock at a temperature of at least 830 C for cables of rated voltage up to and including 0,6/1,0 kV tested in a metal enclosure IEC 60331-11ed1.1 Consol. with am1(2009-07) - Part 11: Apparatus - Fire alone at a flame temperature of at least 750 C IEC 60331-21ed1.0(1999-04) - Part 21: Procedures and requirements Cables of rated voltage up to and including 0,6/1,0 kV IEC 60331-23ed1.0(1999-04) - Part 23: Procedures and requirements - Electric data cables IEC 60331-25ed1.0(1999-04) - Part 25: Procedures and requirements - Optical fibre cables BS EN 50200:2006 - Method of test for resistance to fire of unprotected small cables for use in emergency circuits. The cable undergoes the action of the flame at 850C and mechanical shocks. The test duration is expressed in minutes and is recorded in the classification: PH 15 - PH 30 - PH 60 - PH 90 - PH 120. Annex E of the standard also foresees the water stress, as previously provided by BS 8434-1 standard. This test is equivalent to IEC 60331-2. BS EN 50362:2003 - Method of test for resistance to fire of larger unprotected power and control cables for use in emergency circuits. This standard provides the same tests foreseen by IEC 60331-1 standards (Temperature of the flame 830C, with mechanical stresses) BS 6387:1994 - Specification for performance requirements for cables required to maintain circuit integrity under fire conditions. This can be defined as the historical standard for fire resistance cables since in many countries it is still the most widespread one. It has been the first to include also mechanical stress and water action in the fire resistance test of electric cables. The cables can be tested in different conditions, but most commonly required are: Cat C - test with flame at 950C for 180 minutes. Cat W - test with flame for 15 minutes and flame and water for further 15 minutes at 650C. Cat Z - test with flame and mechanical shocks for 15 minutes at 950C. Reference is also made to constructive standards, such as BS 7629 one. BS 8434-2:2003+A2:2009 - Methods of test for assessment of the fire integrity of electric cables. Test for unprotected small cables for use in emergency circuits. BS EN 50200 with a 930 flame and with water spray. This standard is foreseen by BS 5839-1:2002 standards and is an extension of the test conditions according to BS EN 50200 standards. The cable is stressed by the flame at 930C with mechanical shocks for 60 minutes and further 60 minutes with the addition of water spray. Since it has not been included in the BS EN 50200 standard yet, it is still in force. BS 8491:2008 - Method for assessment of fire integrity of large diameter power cables for use as components for smoke and heat control systems and certain other active fire safety systems. This standard is related to cables included in BS 7346-6, and certain other active fire safety systems. It is applicable to cables of rated voltage not exceeding 600/1 000 V and of overall diameter greater than 20 mm. The test methodin BS 8491:2008 includes subjecting the cable under test to radiation via direct impingement corresponding to a constant temperature attack of 842 C, to direct mechanical impacts corresponding to a force of approximately 10 N, and to direct application of a water jet simulating a water fire fighting jet. The test method given in this standard includes three different test durations to allow testing of cables intended for different applications. BS 8434-1:2003 (SUPERSEDED) - Methods of test for assessment of the fire integrity of electric cables. Test for unprotected small cables for use in emergency circuits. BS EN 50200 with addition of water spray. This standard is no longer in force since it has been replaced by Annex E of the S EN 50200 standard. Reference to it is made in BS 5839-1:2002 standard, in order to add a test with water. The cable is tested at 830C for 15 minutes in presence of flame and mechanical shocks and for 15 minutes with flame, mechanical shocks and water spray. NF C 32-070 - Tests for classification of conductors and cables with respect to their fire behaviour. This test differs from the others since the cable is not directly in contact with the flame, but it is positioned in a steel conduit inside a circular oven. The oven reaches a temperature of 920C and this causes the cable combustion. Mechanical shocks are applied to the conduit containing the cable; furthermore, the cable is subjected to tensile strength.
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Constructive standards
BS 7629-1:2008 - Electric cables. Specification for 300/500 V fire resistant screened cables having low emission of smoke and corrosive gases when affected by fire. Multicore and multipair cables. This standard includes the currently most common cables onto the market of the fire resistant cables. Those cables are used in fire alarm and emergency lighting applications. They have a rated voltage of 300/500 V. Generally, the cables are particularly flexible and easy to be installed. These standards require that the cables get through the fire resistance tests prescribed by BS 6387 standards. BS 7846:2009 - Electric cables. Thermosetting insulated, armoured, fire-resistant cables of rated voltage 600/1000 V, having low emission of smoke and corrosive gases when affected by fire. Specification. This standard refers to the armoured cables with rated voltage 600/1000 V. The circuit integrity performance under fire conditions is assessed on the basis of various tests which either separately measure resistance to fire, resistance to fire with water, and resistance to fire with mechanical shock, or in combination measure resistance to fire with mechanical shock and water. BS EN 60702-1:2002 - Mineral insulated cables and their terminations with a rated voltage not exceeding 750 V. Cables. These standards apply to mineral insulated cables. Those cables have an insulation completely different from those seen so far: they are extremely resistant but rigid. Their installation is not handy and a particular care has to be paid to the installation to prevent moisture absorption by the mineral oxide.
Fire resistance - System Circuit Integrity

In this case it is required a fire resistance verification on the installed cables, as for instance according to DIN 4102 standards, part 12, where the cables are tested in real installation conditions and the resistance is verified at 30, 60 and 90 minutes (the cables are in fact classified E30, E60, E90). Another standard included in this category is NBN 731.020.
Fire resistance - System Circuit Integrity - Reference Standards

DIN 4102-12 - Fire behaviour of building materials and building components - Part 12: Circuit integrity maintenance of electric cable systems - Requirements and testing. This test foresees the installation of cables in specifically defined conditions, on ladder, cable tray, ceiling installations, in a 3 meters long oven, for a period up to 90 minutes, with a flame temperature that reaches 1000C. In this case, the SYSTEM formed by cables and accessories is tested. NBN 713.020 - Protection contre lincendie - Comportement au feu des matriaux et lments de construction - Rsistance au feu des lments de construction (avec addendum 1994) (Fire fighting - Fire performance of building materials and products - Fire resistance of building materials). The cables are installed in a 3 x 3 m testing room. They are installed on cable trays and undergo the flame action up to 1000C. The cables are classified according to their operating life.
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Code of practice and general standards

BS 5839-1:2002+A2:2008 - Fire detection and fire alarm systems for buildings. Code of practice for system design, installation, commissioning and maintenance. BS 5839-1:2002+A2:2008 provides recommendations for the planning, design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of fire detection and fire alarm systems in and around buildings, other than dwellings. It does not recommend whether or not a fire alarm system should be installed in any given premises. Recommendations for fire detection and alarm systems in dwellings are given in BS 5839-6. Cables are described in clause 26. This standard introduces two different levels of resistance of cables during a fire (standard and enhanced type) and many prescriptions regarding installations. The standard cable must withstand the flame at 830C for 30 minutes, the enhanced type at 930C for 120 minutes. Besides the EN 50200 test, the cable must also get through specific BS tests, such as the BS 8434, that, however, will be gradually absorbed by the EN standards. New fire tests are described in this standard, based on EN 50200, modified to include exposure to water spray. Even if BS 6387 is not expressively called up, for standard cross reference anyway this standard is still required. Other standards of the same series are: BS 5839-6:2004 - Fire detection and fire alarm systems for buildings. Code of practice for the design, installation and maintenance of fire detection and fire alarm systems in dwellings. BS 5839-8:2008 - Fire detection and fire alarm systems for buildings. Code of practice for the design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of voice alarm systems. BS 5839-9:2003 - Fire detection and alarm systems for buildings. Code of practice for the design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of emergency voice communication systems BS 5266-1:2005 - Emergency lighting. Code of practice for the emergency lighting of premises. Cables installed for these systems have to withstand to fire for at least 60 minutes according to BS EN 50200. BS 7346-6:2005 (SUPERSEDED) - Components for smoke and heat control systems. Specifications for cable systems. BS 8519:2010 - Selection and installation of fire-resistant power and control cable systems for life safety and fire-fighting applications. Code of practice. BS 8519 gives guidance and recommendations on the selection and installation of power and control cable systems. It covers systems that are required to maintain their circuit integrity for life safety and fire-fighting applications. It also gives specific recommendations for electrical system design for such applications, and recommended limits for survival times.
Flame non propagation

In this case, a single cable sample undergoes the flame action of a bunsen burner. The test only lasts few minutes. BS EN 60332 - Tests on electrical and optical cables under fire conditions. These stardards describe the test conditions for a single cable. The test lasts between 1 and 8 minutes, depending on the cable diameter. BS EN 60332-1-1:2004 - Tests on electrical and optical cables under fire conditions. Test for a vertical flame propagation for a single insulated wire or cable. Apparatus. This test refers to cables having standard dimensions. BS EN 60332-2-1:2004 - Tests on electrical and optical cables under fire conditions. Test for vertical flame propagation for a single small insulated wire or cable. Apparatus. This test applies to small dimensions cables. BS 4066-1 and 2 :1980 (SUPERSEDED) - Tests on electric cables under fire conditions. Method of test on a single vertical insulated wire or cable. This standard is no longer in force and is replaced by the BS EN 60332. BS EN 50265-1:1999 (SUPERSEDED) - Common test methods for cables under fire conditions. Test for resistance to vertical flame propagation for a single insulated conductor or cable. Apparatus. This standard is no longer in force and is replaced by the BS EN 60332 standard.
Non propagation of fire

These tests simulate the chimney effect in vertical installation of bunch of cables. The tests differ for quantity of installed cables in the vertical Flame propagation structure and for the duration ofnon the flame application. BS EN 60332-3:2009 - Common test methods for cables under fire conditions. Test for vertical flame spread of verticallymounted bunched wires or cables. This test is the most common one to verify the behaviour of a cable vs the fire propagation. The cables are installed on a vertical ladder inside a metal cabinet and undergo the action of a ribbon flame at 750C. The standard is subdivided in several parts that differ one from the other for the quantity of cable to be installed, the installation mode and the flame application time. BS EN 60332-3-10:2009 - Common test methods for cables under fire conditions. Test for vertical flame spread of verticallymounted bunched wires or cables. Apparatus BS EN 60332-3-21:2009 - Procedures. Category A F/R. Installation in two layers (front and rear). Test time: 40 minutes. The quantity of the installed cable is equal to 7 litres of insulating material per 1 meter installed cables. BS EN 60332-3-22:2009 - Procedures. Category A. Installation in one layer (front). Test time: 40 minutes. The quantity of the installed cable is equal to 7 litres of insulating material per 1 meter installed cables. BS EN 60332-3-23:2009 - Procedures. Category B. Installation in one layer (front). Test time: 40 minutes. The quantity of the installed cable is equal to 3,5 litres of insulating material per 1 meter installed cables. BS EN 60332-3-24:2009 - Procedures. Category C. Installation in one layer (front). Test time: 20 minutes. The quantity of the installed cable is equal to 1,5 litres of insulating material per 1 meter installed cables. BS EN 60332-3-25:2009 - Procedures. Small cables. Category D Installation in one layer (front). Test time: 20 minutes. The quantity of the installed cable is equal to 0,5 litres of insulating material per 1 meter installed cables. BS 4066-3:1994, IEC 60332-3:1992 (SUPERSEDED) - Tests on electric cables under fire conditions. Tests on bunched wires or cables. This standard is no longer in force and is replaced by the BS EN 60332-3:2009.
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Acid Gas Emission Smoke Density

The standards describe the modality to be followed to measure the visibility decay inside a closed area, through the measurement of a luminous beam, by burning a specific quantity of cables. BS EN 61034 - Measurement of smoke density of cables burning under defined conditions. The test is carried out in a 3 x 3 m metal hood with a luminous beam that is transferred between two walls. The light decay due to the smoke that develops should not exceed specific values. BS EN 61034-1:2005 Test apparatus BS EN 61034-2:2005 Measurement of smoke density of cables burning under defined conditions. Test procedure and requirements. The previous standards related to fume emission measurement were: BS 7622-1:1993 (SUPERSEDED) - Measurement of smoke density of electric cables burning under defined conditions. Test apparatus. This standard is no longer in force and was replaced by the BS EN 50268-1:2000, even though this too is superseded by now. BS EN 50268-1:2000 (SUPERSEDED) - Common test methods for cables under fire conditions. Measurement of smoke density of cables burning under defined conditions. Apparatus. This standard is no longer in force and is replaced by the BS EN 61034-1:2005. The gases developed by the cables in case of fire could be corrosive. A cause for their corrosivity can be the emission of halogens that can be present either in the polymers that form the cable insulation or sheath (PVC for example) or added disguised as anti-flame products. There are mainly two systems to measure how dangerous they are. A system allows to measure the halogen contents in the gas; the second one measures both the pH and the gas conductivity. BS EN 50267 - Common test methods for cables under fire conditions. Tests on gases evolved during combustion of materials from cables. This test allows to determine the corrosivity of the acid gases, generally halogens, that develop during the electric cable combustion. BS EN 50267-1:1999 Apparatus. BS EN 50267-2-1:1999 Procedures. Determination of the amount of halogen acid gas. This part of the standard defines the method to measure the halogens quantity, by having them bubbling in a solution that is then titrated. BS EN 50267-2-2:1999 Procedures. Determination of degree of acidity of gases for materials by measuring pH and conductivity. In this case the standard allows to measure the pH and the conductivity of a solution where are collected the gases developed by the combustion of the single materials (insulation and sheath). BS EN 50267-2-3:1999 Procedures. Determination of degree of acidity of gases for cables by determination of the weighted average of pH and conductivity. In this case the standard allows to calculate a weighed average of the measured value of pH, conductivity of a solution where the gases developed by the combustion of the materials forming the cable are collected (normally insulation and sheaths). BS 6425-1:1990 (SUPERSEDED) - Test on gases evolved during the combustion of materials from cables. Method for determination of amount of halogen acid gas evolved during combustion of polymeric materials taken from cables. This standard is no longer in force and is replaced by the BS EN 50267 standard. BS 6425-2:1993 (SUPERSEDED) - Test on gases evolved during the combustion of materials from cables. Determination of degree of acidity (corrosivity) of gases by measuring pH and conductivity. This standard is no longer in force and is replaced by the BS EN 50267 standard.
The contents of this section is an overview of the problems related to the state of the art behaviour of the electric and fibre optic cables in case of fire. The picture is quite complex, both for the problems critical state and for all the connections and prescriptions existing between the various standards. Deliberately we did not deepen this topic since this would require many more pages and it would be useless in this context. It is anyhow the position of Cavicel as far as the cable behaviour in case of fire in industrial plants is concerned; more detailed technical information could be required any time at our Technical Department.
(updated to March 2010)
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Standards
BS BS 5266-1 BS 5839-1 British Standard Institution Emergency lighting. Code of practice for the emergency lighting of premises Fire detection and fire alarm systems for buildings. Code of practice for system design, installation, commissioning and maintenance Fire detection and fire alarm systems for buildings. Code of practice for the design, installation and maintenance of fire detection and fire alarm systems in dwellings Fire detection and fire alarm systems for buildings. Code of practice for the design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of voice alarm systems Fire detection and alarm systems for buildings. Code of practice for the design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of emergency voice communication systems Specification for performance requirements for cables required to maintain circuit integrity under fire conditions Electric cables. Thermosetting insulated, non-armoured cables for voltages up to and including 450/750 V, for electric power, lighting and internal wiring, and having low emission of smoke and corrosive gases when affected by fire Components for smoke and heat control systems. Specifications for cable systems Electric cables. Specification for 300/500 V fire resistant screened cables having low emission of smoke and corrosive gases when affected by fire. Multicore and multipair cables Electric cables. Thermosetting insulated, armoured, fireresistant cables of rated voltage 600/1000 V, having low emission of smoke and corrosive gases when affected by fire. Specification Methods of test for assessment of the fire integrity of electric cables. Test for unprotected small cables for use in emergency circuits. BS EN 50200 with a 930 flame and with water spray Method for assessment of fire integrity of large diameter power cables for use as components for smoke and heat control systems and certain other active fire safety systems Selection and installation of fire-resistant power and control cable systems for life safety and fire-fighting applications. Code of practice. Comitato Elettrotecnico Italiano EN (continued) EN 60332-1 EN 60332-2 EN 60332-3 EN 61034 IEC IEC 60228 IEC 60331 IEC 60332-1 Test for vertical flame propagation for a single insulated wire or cable Test for vertical flame propagation for a single small insulated wire or cable Test for vertical flame spread of vertically-mounted bunched wires or cables Measurement of smoke density of cables burning under defined conditions International Electrotechnical Commission Conductors of insulated cables - Guide to the dimensional limits of circular connectors Test for electrical cables under fire conditions. Circuit integrity. Tests on electric and optical fibre cables under fire conditions -Test for vertical flame propagation for a single insulated wire or cable Test on electric cables under fire conditions - Test for vertical flame spread of vertically-mounted bunched wires or cables Power cables with extruded insulation and their accessories for rated voltages from 1 kV (Um = 1,2 kV) up to 30 kV (Um = 36 kV) - Part 1: Cables for rated voltages of 1 kV (Um = 1,2 kV) and 3 kV (Um = 3,6 kV) Method for determination of amount of halogen acid gas evolved during combustion of polymeric materials taken from cables Determination of degree of acidity (corrosivity) of gases by measuring pH and conducivity Optical fibres Optical fibre cables Measurement of smoke density of electric cables burning under defined conditions (LT) Norme Belge Fire resistance of electical cables - Classification and test methods Fire resistance of building materials Norme Franaise Insulated cables and flexible cords for installations Classification tests on cables and cords with respect to their behaviour to fire Singapore Standard Fire resistant cables - Performance requirements for cables required to maintain circuit integrity under fire conditions Verband der Elektrotechnik Elektronik Informationstechnik Wiring cables for telecommunication and data processing systems part 814 - Testing of cables, wires and flexible cords Continuance of insulation effect under fire conditions part 267 - Common test methods for cables under fire conditions - Test on gases evolved during combustion of materials from cables part 1034 - Measurement of smoke density of cables burning under defined conditions
BS 5839-6
BS 5839-8
BS 5839-9 BS 6387
BS 7211
IEC 60332-3
BS 7346-6
IEC 60502-1
BS 7629-1
IEC 60754-1 IEC 60754-2 IEC 60793-1 IEC 60794-1 IEC 61034-2 NBN NBN C 30-004 NBN 713-020 NF NF-C-32-070 SS SS 299 part 1 VDE
BS 7846
BS 8434-2
BS 8491
BS 8519 CEI
CEI 20-11 / Insulating, sheathing and covering materials for low voltage EN 50363 energy cables CEI 20-36/2-1 CEI 20-45 DIN DIN 4102 EN EN 50200 EN 50266 EN 50267/2-1 EN 50267/2-2 EN 50288-7 EN 50362 EN 50363 EN 60228 Tests for electric cables under fire conditions - Circuit integrity - Part 21: Procedures and requirements - Cables of rated voltage up to and including 0,6/1,0 kV Fire resistant elastomeric insulated cables, halogen free (LSOH) with rated voltage Uo/U 0.6/1 kV Deutsches Institut fur Normung Fire behaviour of building materials and building components - Part 12: Circuit integrity maintenance of electric cable systems; requirements and testing European Norm Methods of test for resistance to fire of unprotected small cables for use in emergency circuit Test for vertical flame spread of vertically-mounted bunched wires and cables Method of determination of amount of halogen acid gas evolved during combustion of polymeric materials taken from cables Determination of degree of acidity (corrosivity) of gases by measuring PH and conductivity Sectional specification for instrumentation and control cables Method of test for resistance to fire of larger unprotected power and control cables for use in emergency circuits Insulating, sheathing and covering materials for low voltage energy cables Conductors of insulated cables
VDE 0815
VDE 0482
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Standards / Cable Selection
Cable Selection Matrix

All cables comply with following standards: EN/IEC 60332, EN 50266, EN 50267, IEC 60754, EN/IEC 61034.
protections insulation mica/XL compound basic design standards fire resistant standards
BS 6387 C-W-Z
fibre optic cable
NBN C 30-004
NBN 713-020
IEC 60331-21
IEC 60331-23
IEC 60331-25
SS 299 part 1
voltage rating
copper cable
DIN 4102-12
IEC 60502-1
EN 50288-7
BS 7629-1
CEI 20-45
CEI 20-36
VDE 0815
VDE 0472
EN 50200
BS 7211
BS 7846
BS 5839
BS 8519
silicone
armour
shield
SR 114H SR 114E SR 125 E30 SR 125 RF1 SR 125H SR 225 SR 118 SR 220 SR 109 SR 116H SR 112 SR 206 SR 106H SR 145 SR 140 SLO-FR MLO-FR
n n n n n n n n n n n n n n n n
300/500 V 300/500 V 225 V 300 V 300/500 V 300/500 V 300/500 V 300/500 V 450/750 V 450/750 V 450/750 V 0,6/1 kV 0,6/1 kV 0,6/1 kV 0,6/1 kV 0,6/1 kV
n n n n n
n n n n n n n
n n n
standard
standard
n n
PH30/PH60 PH120
enhanced enhanced
n
PH90
n n n n n
n n n
n n
PH90
n n n n n n n n n n n
PH90
n n
n n

n n n n n n n
PH120 PH90
n n
n n
n
PH90 PH90 PH60/PH90
n n
= on request.
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FIRECEL SR 114H
Cable construction
Conductors Insulation Cabling
Plain annealed copper wire, solid class 1 or stranded class 2 according to EN 60228. High performance fire resistant silicone rubber type EI2 to BS EN 50363-1.
Silicone Insulation Overall Screen

Standard Cable
BS 5839-1:2002 Clause 26.2d EN 50200 PH 30 (PH 60) 830C - 30 min. (60 min.) fire and mechanical shocks EN 50200 Annex E 830C - 15 min. fire and mechanical shocks + 15 min. fire mechanical shocks and water spray
Insulated cores are cabled together.
Overall screen
Aluminium/polyester tape. Uninsulated tinned copper conductor of the same section and class as the insulated conductors in the 2-, 3- and 4-core cables. Drain wire of 0.5 mm2 tinned copper conductor is provided in cables with more than 4 conductors.
Circuit protective conductor or drain wire
Outer sheath
SR 114H solid conductor SR 114H-R stranded conductor

Cables up to 4 cores approved by LPCB, certificate N 217f
LSZH thermoplastic material type LTS3 to BS 7655-6.1. Colour red or white (other colours on request).
Colour code up to 4 cores to HD 308

2 cores 3 cores 4 cores 7 cores 12 cores 19 cores blue - brown brown - black - grey blue - brown - black - grey centre: brown 1st layer: brown - black - 4 cores white centre: brown - black - white 1st layer: brown - black - 7 cores white centre: brown 1st layer: brown - black - 4 cores white 2nd layer: brown - black - 10 cores white
Applications
FIRECEL SR114H are primarily intended for general
application. Typical applications are: BS 5839-1 for standard fire resistant cables in fire detection and fire alarm systems for building BS 5839-8 for voice alarm systems BS 5839-9 for emergency voice communication systems. BS 5266-1 for emergency lighting of premises (PH60) BS 8519 for fire-resistant control cable systems for life safety and fire-fighting application - Category 1
(on request the cores can be one colour only, identified by printed numbers)
Applicable Standards
Basic design BS 7629-1 Fire resistant BS 6387 (cat. C-W-Z) EN 50200 (class PH30 and PH60) EN 50200 annex E (fire, mechanical shock and water spray) Flame retardant EN 60332-1-2 Acid gas emission EN 50267-2-1 Smoke density EN 61034-2
N of cond. x cross section (mm2) 1 mm2 solid 2x1.0 3x1.0 4x1.0 7x1.0 12x1.0 19x1.0 1.5 mm2 solid 2x1.5 3x1.5 4x1.5 7x1.5 12x1.5 19x1.5 1.5 mm2 stranded 2x1.5 3x1.5 4x1.5 2.5 mm2 solid 2x2.5 3x2.5 4x2.5 2.5 mm2 stranded 2x2.5 3x2.5 4x2.5 4 mm2 stranded 2x4 3x4 4x4 Outer diameter (mm) Weight (kg/km)
Operating temperature
-40C to +90C
SR 114H
7.1 7.6 8.3 10.0 12.5 15.0 70 85 110 165 255 380
Minimum bending radius

6 times the outer diameter.
SR 114H
8.0 8.5 9.4 11.3 14.5 17.0 95 115 140 225 340 520
SR 114H-R
8.4 8.9 9.8 100 125 155
SR 114H
9.4 10.0 11.0 130 170 210
SR 114H-R
9.9 10.3 11.7 145 180 230
SR 114H-R
11.5 12.2 13.5 200 260 330 approximate values
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FIRECEL SR 114E
Cable construction
Plain annealed copper wire, solid class 1 or stranded class 2 according to EN 60228. Mica/Glass fire resistant tape covered by high performance fire resistant silicone rubber type EI2 to BS EN 50363-1. Insulated cores are cabled together.
Mica/Silicone Insulation Overall Screen

Enhanced Cable
BS 5839-1:2002 Clause 26.2e + A2:2008 EN 50200 PH 120 830C - 120 min. fire and mechanical shocks BS 8434-2:2003 +A2:2010 930C - 60 min. fire and mechanical shocks + 60 min. fire mechanical shocks and water spray
Overall screen
Aluminium/polyester tape. Uninsulated tinned copper conductor of the same section and class as the insulated conductors in the 2-, 3- and 4-core cables. Drain wire of 0.5 mm2 tinned copper conductor is provided in cables with more than 4 conductors.
Circuit protective conductor
SR 114E solid conductor SR 114E-R stranded conductor

Cables up to 4 cores approved by LPCB, certicate N 217g
Outer sheath
LSZH thermoplastic material type LTS3 to BS 7655-6.1. Colour red or white (other colours on request)
Colour code up to 4 cores to HD 308

2 cores 3 cores 4 cores 7 cores 12 cores 19 cores blue - brown brown - black - grey blue - brown - black - grey centre: brown 1st layer: brown - black - 4 cores white centre: brown - black - white 1st layer: brown - black - 7 cores white centre: brown 1st layer: brown - black - 4 cores white 2nd layer: brown - black - 10 cores white
Applications
FIRECEL SR114E are primarily intended for use in
fire detection and fire alarm systems, emergency lighting circuits or if cables need to properly operate when fire resistance improvement is required. Typical applications are: BS 5839-1 for enhanced fire resistant cables in fire detection and fire alarm systems for building BS 5839-8 for voice alarm systems BS 5839-9 for emergency voice communication systems. BS 8519 for fire-resistant control cable systems for life safety and fire-fighting application - Category 2
(on request the cores can be one colour only, identified by printed numbers)
Basic design BS 7629-1 Fire resistant BS 6387 (cat. C-W-Z) EN 50200 (class PH120) BS 8434-2 (120 min) Flame retardant EN 60332-1-2 Acid gas emission EN 50267-2-1 Smoke density EN 61034-2
N of cond. x cross section (mm2) 1 mm2 solid 2x1.0 3x1.0 4x1.0 7x1.0 12x1.0 19x1.0 1.5 mm2 solid 2x1.5 3x1.5 4x1.5 7x1.5 12x1.5 19x1.5 1.5 mm2 stranded 2x1.5 3x1.5 4x1.5 2.5 mm2 solid 2x2.5 3x2.5 4x2.5 2.5 mm2 stranded 2x2.5 3x2.5 4x2.5 4 mm2 stranded 2x4 3x4 4x4 Outer diameter (mm) Weight (kg/km)
-40C to +90C
SR 114E
7.9 8.4 9.3 10.9 14.5 17.0 85 105 125 175 300 470

SR 114E
8.8 9.3 10.3 12.1 16.0 19.0 105 130 165 230 380 590
SR 114E-R
9.2 9.7 10.5 110 135 170
SR 114E
10.2 10.8 12.0 150 190 240
SR 114E-R
10.6 11.3 12.5 155 190 250
SR 114E-R
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FIRECEL SR 125 E30


Cable construction
Conductors Insulation
Solid plain annealed copper wire. High performance fire resistant silicone rubber compound type HJ1.
JE-H(St)H FE180/E30 JE-H(St)H Bd Z FE180/E30 U-SR/OS/LSZH 225 V

Approved by VDE Reg. No 7549
Cable elements Cabling
Insulated cores are twisted to form pairs. Two-pair cable had four cores laid in quad formation. Pairs are cabled together. In cables with 8 pairs or more 4 pairs are assembled to form a bunch, the bunches are cabled together.
Flame barrier
Special fire proof tape.
Applications
FIRECEL SR125 E30 are wiring cables for telecommunication and information processing systems where absence of halogen and improved properties in case of fire and specified continuance of insulation effect when exposed to flame. For fixed installation in dry and humid premises, may be embedded in plaster, not for power supply, external use or underground laying.
Overall screen Outer sheath
Aluminium/polyester tape with copper drain wire. LSZH thermoplastic material type HM2. Colour orange or red with printed BRANDMELDEKABEL for fire alarms.
Colour code
Each bunch blue - red / grey - yellow / green - brown / white - black Bunch identication plastic numbered tape
Basic design VDE 0815 Fire resistant VDE 0472-814 (FE180) / IEC 60331-23 Functionality of cabling system DIN 4102 Part 12 (E30) Fire retardant VDE 0472 Part 804 (test C) / EN 50266-2-4 (cat. C) / IEC 60332-3-24 (cat. C) Flame retardant EN 60332-1-2 / IEC 60332-1-2 Acid gas emission VDE 0482-267 / EN 50267-2-1 / IEC 60754-1 EN 50267-2-2 / IEC 60754-2 Smoke density VDE 0482-1034 / EN 61034-2 / IEC 61034-2
-40C to +90C

N of pairs x conductor diameter section 0.5 mm2 solid 1x2x0.8 mm 2x2x0.8 mm (quad cabled) 4x2x0.8 mm section 0.5 mm2 solid 8x2x0.8 mm 12x2x0.8 mm 16x2x0.8 mm 20x2x0.8 mm 32x2x0.8 mm 40x2x0.8 mm 52x2x0.8 mm
Outer diameter (mm) 6.1 7.5 10.5 17.4 18.9 20.7 22.7 24.5 26.5 28.0
Weight (kg/km) 52 77 133 296 368 442 508 772 946 1016 approximate values
JE-H(St)H FE180/E30
JE-H(St)H Bd Z FE180/E30
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FIRECEL SR 125 RF1

Cable construction
Solid plain annealed copper wire. High performance fire resistant silicone rubber. Insulated cores are twisted to form pairs. Two-pair cable had four cores laid in quad formation.
U-SR/OS/LSZH 300 V
Approved by ISIB (Institut de Securite Incendie - Belgium)
Three pairs are cabled together.
Flame barrier
Glass tape.
Applications
and tested as data transmission cables for emergency services. These are used for data and voice transmission when high frequency signal has to be assured also in the event of a fire.
Aluminium/polyester tape with tinned copper drain wire. LSZH thermoplastic material. Colour orange (other colours on request).
FIRECEL SR125 RF1 are designed,manufactured
Colour code
Single pair Multipair white - blue white - blue numbered
-40C to +90C

Fire resistant Fire retardant Flame retardant Acid gas emission Smoke density NBN C 30-004 (cat. F3) / NBN 713-020 (RF1) / EN 50200 (PH90) / IEC 60331-23 NBN C 30-004 (cat. F2) / EN 50266-2-4 (cat. C) / IEC 60332-3-24 (cat. C) NBN C 30-004 (cat. F1) / EN 60332-1-2 / IEC 60332-1-2 EN 50267-2-1 / IEC 60754-1 EN 50267-2-2 / IEC 60754-2 EN 61034-2 / IEC 61034-2
N of pairs x conductor diameter section 0.65 mm2 solid 1x2x0.9 mm 2x2x0.9 mm (quad cabled) 3x2x0.9 mm
Outer diameter (mm)
Weight (kg/km) 60 85 145 approximate values
U-SR/OS/LSZH
6.5 7.4 10.9
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FIRECEL SR 125H
Cable construction
Plain annealed copper wire, solid class 1 or stranded class 2 according to EN 60228. High performance fire resistant silicone rubber.

U-SR/OS/LSZH 300/500 V R-SR/OS/LSZH 300/500 V
Insulated cores are twisted to form pairs. Pairs are cabled together.
Applications
FIRECEL SR125H are designed, manufactured and
tested as data transmission cables for emergency services. These are used for data and voice transmission when high frequency signal has to be assured also in the event of a fire.
Aluminium/polyester tape with copper drain wire. LSZH thermoplastic material Colour red (other colours on request).
-40C to +90C
Colour code
Cables up to 6 pairs black-red / black-blue / red-blue / yellow-black / yellow-red / yellow-blue Cables above 6 pairs all pairs black-red numbered on black conductors

Basic design Fire resistant Flame retardant Fire retardant Acid gas emission Smoke density BS 7629 EN 50200 (PH90) / EN 50362 (PH90) / IEC 60331-21 / BS 6387(cat. C-W-Z) / SS 299 part 1 EN 60332-1-2 / IEC 60332-1-2 EN 50266-2-4 (cat. C) / IEC 60332-3-24 (cat. C) EN 50267-2-1 / IEC 60754-1 EN 50267-2-2 / IEC 60754-2 EN 61034-2 / IEC 61034-2
N of pairs x cross section (mm2) 0.5 mm2 solid 1x2x0.5 2x2x0.5 3x2x0.5 5x2x0.5 6x2x0.5 10x2x0.5 15x2x0.5 20x2x0.5 1 mm2 stranded 1x2x1 2x2x1 3x2x2 5x2x1 6x2x1 10x2x1 15x2x1 20x2x1 1.5 mm2 stranded 1x2x1.5 2x2x1.5 3x2x1.5 5x2x1.5 6x2x1.5 10x2x1.5 15x2x1.5 20x2x1.5
Outer diameter (mm)
Weight (kg/km) 56 94 118 167 197 273 410 520
U-SR/OS/LSZH
6.5 9.5 10.5 12.0 13.0 16.5 20.5 22.6
R-SR/OS/LSZH
7.4 10.6 11.2 13.7 14.8 18.9 23.2 26.2 77 130 196 245 300 378 567 831
R-SR/OS/LSZH
8.7 10.2 12.9 16.7 17.5 23.4 28.9 32.5 100 188 223 346 426 541 892 1182 approximate values
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FIRECEL SR 225H
Cable construction
Plain annealed copper wire, stranded according to EN 60228 class 2. Mica/Glass fire resistant tape covered by extruded cross-linked XLPE compound.
Mica/XLPE Insulation Overall Screen
R-mXLPE/OS/LSZH 300/500 V
Insulated cores are twisted to form pairs. Pairs are cabled together.
Applications
FIRECEL SR225H are designed, manufactured and
tested as data transmission cables for emergency services. These are used for data and voice transmission when high frequency signal has to be assured also in the event of a fire.
Aluminium/polyester tape with copper drain wire. LSZH thermoplastic material. Colour red (other colours on request).
-40C to +90C
Colour code
According to IEC 60189-2 (other colour code on request).

Fire resistant Flame retardant Fire retardant Acid gas emission Smoke density IEC 60331-23 EN 60332-1-2 / IEC 60332-1-2 EN 50266-2-4 (cat. C) / IEC 60332-3-24 (cat. C) EN 50267-2-1 / IEC 60754-1 EN 50267-2-2 / IEC 60754-2 EN 61034-2 / IEC 61034-2
N of pairs x cross section (mm2) 0.75 mm2 stranded 1x2x0.75 2x2x0.75 5x2x0.75 10x2x0.75 15x2x0.75 20x2x0.75 1 mm2 stranded 1x2x1 2x2x1 5x2x1 10x2x1 15x2x1 20x2x1 1.5 mm2 stranded 1x2x1.5 2x2x1.5 5x2x1.5 10x2x1.5 15x2x1.5 20x2x1.5
Outer diam. (mm) 7.8 10.7 14.8 20.1 24.9 28.2
Weight (kg/km) 64 118 218 380 535 680 73 136 266 455 646 839 87 165 342 606 862 1121 approximate values
R-mXLPE/OS/LSZH
R-mXLPE/OS/LSZH
8.4 11.5 15.7 21.3 26.5 30.2
R-mXLPE/OS/LSZH
9.3 13.0 18.1 24.8 30.8 34.9
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FIRECEL SR 118
Cable construction
Plain annealed copper wire, solid according to EN 60228 class 1. High performance fire resistant silicone rubber type EI2.
Silicone Insulation
U-SR/LSZH 300/500 V
Approved by ISIB (Institut de Securite Incendie - Belgium)
Cabling
Outer sheath
LSZH thermoplastic material type HM2. Colour orange (other colours on request).
Applications
tested as control cable for emergency services and fire circuit control.
Colour code
Without earth conductor 2 cores black - blue 3 cores black - blue - brown 4 cores black - blue - brown - black With earth conductor 3 cores black - blue - yellow/green 4 cores black - blue - brown - yellow/green
FIRECEL SR118 are designed,manufactured and
-40C to +90C (for insulated conductors only: max 200C).

Fire resistant Flame retardant Fire retardant Acid gas emission Smoke density NBN C 30-004 (cat. F3) NBN 713-020 (RF1 for section 1,5 mm2, RF1.5 for section 2,5 mm2) EN 50200 (PH90) / IEC 60331-21 NBN C 30-004 (cat. F1) / EN 60332-1-2 / IEC 60332-1-2 NBN C 30-004 (cat. F2) / EN 50266-2-4 (cat. C) / IEC 60332-3-24 (cat. C) EN 50267-2-1 / IEC 60754-1 EN 50267-2-2 / IEC 60754-2 EN 61034-2 / IEC 61034-2
N of cond. x cross section (mm2) 1.5 mm2 solid 2x1.5 3x1.5 4x1.5 2.5 mm2 solid 2x2.5 3x2.5 4x2.5
Outer diameter (mm)
Weight (kg/km) 70 93 122
U-SR/LSZH
7.4 7.9 8.8
U-SR/LSZH
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FIRECEL SR 220
Cable construction
Plain annealed copper wire, stranded according to EN 60228 class 2. Mica/Glass fire resistant tape covered by extruded cross-linked XLPE compound.
Mica/XLPE Insulation
R-mXLPE/LSZH 300/500 V
Cabling
Insulated cores cabled together.
Applications
tested for general application.
Outer sheath
FIRECEL SR220 are designed,manufactured and
LSZH thermoplastic material. Colour orange or white (other colours on request)
-40C to +90C
Colour code to HD 308

Without earth conductor 2 cores blue - brown 3 cores brown - black - grey 4 cores blue - brown - black - grey 5 cores blue - brown - black - grey - black Above 5 cores black numbered With earth conductor 3 cores yellow/green - blue - brown 4 cores yellow/green - brown - black - grey 5 cores yellow/green - blue - brown - black - grey Above 5 cores yellow/green - black numbered

Basic design Fire resistant Flame retardant Fire retardant Acid gas emission Smoke density EN 50288-7 IEC 60331-21 EN 60332-1-2 / IEC 60332-1-2 EN 50266-2-4 (cat. C) / IEC 60332-3-24 (cat. C) EN 50267-2-1 / IEC 60754-1 EN 50267-2-2 / IEC 60754-2 EN 61034-2 / IEC 61034-2
N of cond. x cross section (mm2) 0.75 mm2 stranded 2x0.75 3x0.75 4x0.75 1 mm2 stranded 2x1 3x1 4x1 7x1 12x1 19x1 1.5 mm2 stranded 2x1.5 3x1.5 4x1.5 7x1.5 12x1.5 19x1.5 2.5 mm2 stranded 2x2.5 3x2.5 4x2.5 7x2.5 12x2.5 19x2.5
Outer diameter (mm)
R-mXLPE/LSZH
7.3 8.0 8.7
R-mXLPE/LSZH
7.9 8.4 9.4 11.3 15.1 18.0 82 96 121 174 282 424
R-mXLPE/LSZH
8.5 9.3 10.1 12.2 16.5 19.5 100 126 150 220 365 544
R-mXLPE/LSZH
9.7 10.4 11.5 14.0 18.8 22.4 139 168 206 310 514 782 approximate values
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FIRECEL SR 109
Cable construction
Plain annealed copper wire, flexible according to EN 60228 class 5. High performance fire resistant silicone rubber. Insulated cores are cabled together.
Flexible Silicone Insulation Overall Screen
F-SR/OS/LSZH 450/750 V
Aluminium/polyester tape with tinned copper drain wire. LSZH thermoplastic material. Colour red (other colours on request).
Applications
FIRECEL SR109 are designed,manufactured and tested for general application in power and signal wiring, for emergency circuit and fire circuit control where high rejection to electrostatic noise is needed.

Without earth conductor 2 cores blue - brown 3 cores brown - black - grey 4 cores blue - brown - black - grey 7 cores and above black numbered With earth conductor 3 cores yellow/green - blue - brown 4 cores yellow/green - brown - black - grey 5 cores yellow/green - blue - brown - black - grey 7 cores and above yellow/green - black numbered
-40C to +90C

Fire resistant Flame retardant Fire retardant Acid gas emission Smoke density CEI 20-36/2-1 / EN 50200 (PH120) / IEC 60331-21 EN 60332-1-2 / IEC 60332-1-2 EN 50266-2-4 (cat. C) / IEC 60332-3-24 (cat. C) EN 50267-2-1 / IEC 60754-1 EN 50267-2-2 / IEC 60754-2 EN 61034-2 / IEC 61034-2
N of cond. x cross section (mm2) 0.75 mm2 flexible 2x0.75 3x0.75 4x0.75 1 mm2 flexible 2x1 3x1 4x1 7x1 12x1 19x1 1.5 mm2 flexible 2x1.5 3x1.5 4x1.5 7x1.5 12x1.5 19x1.5 2.5 mm2 flexible 2x2.5 3x2.5 4x2.5 7x2.5 12x2.5 19x2.5
Outer diameter (mm)
F-SR/OS/LSZH
7.6 8.0 8.7
F-SR/OS/LSZH
8.0 8.2 8.9 10.8 13.9 16.4 78 86 110 176 275 408
F-SR/OS/LSZH
8.3 8.8 9.8 11.7 15.3 18.2 88 112 141 218 352 535
F-SR/OS/LSZH
9.8 10.4 11.4 13.4 17.9 21.1 123 159 196 305 505 760 approximate values
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FIRECEL SR 116H
Cable construction
Plain annealed copper wire, stranded according to EN 60228 class 2. High performance fire resistant silicone rubber.
Silicone Insulation
R-SR/LSZH 450/750 V
Cabling
Applications
and tested for general application in power supply and signal wiring, for emergency circuit and fire circuit control.
Outer sheath
FIRECEL SR116H are designed,manufactured
LSZH thermoplastic material. Colour red (other colours on request).

Without earth conductor 2 cores blue - brown 3 cores brown - black - grey 4 cores blue - brown - black - grey 5 cores blue - brown - black - grey - black With earth conductor 3 cores yellow/green - blue - brown 4 cores yellow/green - brown - black - grey 5 cores yellow/green - blue - brown - black - grey

Fire resistant Flame retardant Fire retardant Acid gas emission Smoke density CEI 20-36/2-1 / EN 50200 (PH90) / IEC 60331-21 EN 60332-1-2 / IEC 60332-1-2 EN 50266-2-4 (cat. C) / IEC 60332-3-24 (cat. C) EN 50267-2-1 / IEC 60754-1 EN 50267-2-2 / IEC 60754-2 EN 61034-2 / IEC 61034-2
N of cond. x cross section (mm2) 1.5 mm2 stranded 2x1.5 3x1.5 4x1.5 5x1.5 2.5 mm2 stranded 2x2.5 3x2.5 4x2.5 5x2.5 4 mm2 stranded 2x4 3x4 4x4 5x4
Outer diameter (mm)
Weight (kg/km) 96 116 147 180
R-SR/LSZH
7.8 8.3 9.3 10.5
R-SR/LSZH
9.2 9.8 11.3 12.3 138 169 222 259
R-SR/LSZH
10.5 11.6 12.5 14.0 189 246 299 359 approximate values
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FIRECEL SR 112
Cable construction
Conductors Insulation Twisting
Plain annealed copper wire, stranded according to EN 60228 class 2. Mica/Glass fire resistant tape covered by extruded cross-linked compound type EI5. Only for FIRECEL SR 112X two conductors are twisted.
Single Core Mica/XLPE Insulation
FIRECEL SR 112X
Twin Core Mica/XLPE Insulation
Colours
Single core Twin core Red - black - blue - brown (other colours on request) Red - black (other colours on request)
R-mXLSZH 450/750 V (600/1000 V for protected installation)

Single core approved by LPCB, certificate N 217d
Basic design Fire resistant Acid gas emission Smoke density BS 7211 BS 6387 (cat.C-W-Z tested in steel conduit) EN 50267-2-1 / IEC 60754-1 EN 50267-2-2 / IEC 60754-2 EN 61034-2 / IEC 61034-2
Applications
FIRECEL SR112 are designed,manufactured and tested as cable fixed or protected installation for power supply, lighting and control gear.
-40C to +90C

Cross section (mm2) single core 1.5 2.5 4 6 10 16 25 twin core 2x1.5 2x2.5 2x4 2x6 2x10 2x16 2x25 6.8 8.0 9.4 10.6 13.2 15.2 18.8 3.4 4.0 4.7 5.3 6.6 7.6 9.4 Outer diameter (mm) Weight (kg/km)
SR 112 R-mXLSZH
26 38 60 84 128 190 294
SR 112X R-mXLSZH
52 76 120 168 256 380 588 approximate values
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FIRECEL SR 206
Cable construction
Plain annealed copper wire, stranded according to EN 60228 class 2. Mica/Glass fire resistant tape covered by extruded cross-linked XLPE compound. Insulated cores are cabled together.
Mica/XLPE Insulation
R-mXLPE/LSZH 0.6/1 kV
Applications
Power supply and signals trasmission, indoors or outdoors even wet environment. For fixed laying in free air, in pipe or conduit, on masonry and metal structures or suspended. In places where in case of fire people are exposed to serious risks for emission of smoke, toxic and corrosive gases and where you want to avoid damage to facilities, equipment, goods. Suitable for feeding of: emergency exits, alarm signals, warning of smoke or gas, escalators. Suitable for laying underground direct or indirect.
Outer sheath
LSZH thermoplastic material type ST8. Colour red (other colours on request).

-40C to +90C
Basic design IEC 60502-1 Fire resistant IEC 60331-21 Flame retardant IEC 60332-1-2 Fire retardant IEC 60332-3-24 (cat. C) Acid gas emission IEC 60754-1 Smoke density IEC 61034-2

N of cond. x cross section (mm2) 1.5 mm2 stranded 2x1.5 3x1.5 4x1.5 5x1.5 2.5 mm2 stranded 2x2.5 3x2.5 4x2.5 5x2.5 4 mm2 stranded 2x4 3x4 4x4 5x4 6 mm2 stranded 2x6 3x6 4x6 5x6 10 mm2 stranded 2x10 3x10 4x10 5x10 16 mm2 stranded 2x16 3x16 4x16 5x16 25 mm2 stranded 2x25 3x25 4x25 5x25
Outer diam. (mm)
Weight (kg/km) 145 167 196 226
R-mXLPE/LSZH
10.4 10.9 11.8 12.9
R-mXLPE/LSZH
11.2 11.8 12.8 14.0 180 209 250 289
R-mXLPE/LSZH
12.3 13.0 14.1 15.5 230 275 331 387
R-mXLPE/LSZH
14.6 15.5 16.9 18.6 329 397 482 565
R-mXLPE/LSZH
16.4 17.4 19.1 21.0 450 554 682 805
R-mXLPE/LSZH
18.5 19.7 20.3 23.9 619 777 1050 1208
R-mXLPE/LSZH
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FIRECEL SR 106H
Silicone Insulation

Cable construction
Plain annealed copper wire, stranded class 2 for section up to 10 mm2 or flexible class 5 for section above 10 mm2 according to EN 60228. High performance fire resistant silicone rubber. Insulated cores are cabled together.
R-SR/LSZH 0.6/1 kV F-SR/LSZH 0.6/1 kV
Applications
Power supply and signals trasmission, indoor or outdoor even wet environment. For fixed laying in free air, in pipe or conduit, on masonry and metal structures or suspended. In places where in case of fire people are exposed to serious risks for emission of smoke, toxic and corrosive gases and where you want to avoid damage to facilities, equipment, goods. Suitable for feeding of: emergency exits, alarm signals, warning of smoke or gas, escalators. Suitable for laying underground direct or indirect.
Outer sheath
Extruded LSZH thermoplastic material. Colour red (other colours on request).

Fire resistant Flame retardant Fire retardant Acid gas emission Smoke density EN 50200 (PH90) / EN 50362 (PH90) / IEC 60331-21 / BS 6387 (cat. C-W-Z) / SS 299 part 1 EN 60332-1-2 / IEC 60332-1-2 EN 50266-2-4 (cat. C) / IEC 60332-3-24 (cat. C) EN 50267-2-1 / IEC 60754-1 EN 50267-2-2 / IEC 60754-2 EN 61034-2 / IEC 61034-2

N of cond. x cross section (mm2) 1.5 mm2 stranded 2x1.5 3x1.5 4x1.5 5x1.5 2.5 mm2 stranded 2x2.5 3x2.5 4x2.5 5x2.5 4 mm2 stranded 2x4 3x4 4x4 5x4 6 mm2 stranded 2x6 3x6 4x6 5x6 10 mm2 stranded 2x10 3x10 4x10 5x10 16 mm2 flexible 2x16 3x16 4x16 5x16
Outer diameter (mm)
Weight (kg/km) 124 148 176 214
R-SR/LSZH
9.2 9.8 10.6 11.5
R-SR/LSZH
10.0 10.6 11.5 12.6 155 188 228 266
R-SR/LSZH
11.2 12.1 13.6 14.5 207 263 332 399
R-SR/LSZH
13.1 14.4 15.8 17.6 298 372 463 576
R-SR/LSZH
15.9 16.8 18.5 20.5 441 541 680 850
F-SR/LSZH
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FIRECEL SR 145
Cable construction
Plain annealed copper wire, flexible according to EN 60228 class 5. Mica/Glass fire resistant tape covered by extruded cross-linked compound type G10. Insulated cores are cabled together.
Flexible Mica/G10 Insulation

FTG10OM1 0.6/1 kV (F-mG10/LSZH 0.6/1 kV)
Outer sheath
LSZH thermoplastic compound type M1. Colour blue (other colours on request).
Applications

Without earth conductor 2 cores blue - brown 3 cores brown - black - grey 4 cores blue - brown - black - grey 5 cores blue - brown - black - grey - black Above 5 cores black numbered With earth conductor 3 cores yellow/green - blue - brown 4 cores yellow/green - brown - black - grey 5 cores yellow/green - blue - brown - black - grey Above 5 cores yellow/green - black numbered
Basic design CEI 20-45 Fire resistant EN 50200 (PH90) / EN 50362 (PH90) / IEC 60331-21 Flame retardant EN 60332-1-2 Fire retardant EN 50266-2-4 (cat. C) Acid gas emission EN 50267-2-1 Smoke density EN 61034-2 Toxicity CEI 20-37/4-0
N of cond. x cross section (mm2) 1.5 mm2 flexible 1x1.5 2x1.5 3x1.5 4x1.5 5x1.5 7x1.5 12x1.5 19x1.5 24x1.5 2.5 mm2 flexible 1x2.5 2x2.5 3x2.5 4x2.5 5x2.5 7x2.5 12x2.5 19x2.5 24x2.5 4 mm2 flexible 1x4 2x4 3x4 4x4 5x4 6 mm2 flexible 1x6 2x6 3x6 4x6 5x6 10 mm2 flexible 1x10 2x10 3x10 4x10 5x10 16 mm2 flexible 1x16 2x16 3x16 4x16 5x16 25 mm2 flexible 1x25 2x25 3x25 4x25 5x25 Outer diameter (mm) 6.7 11.4 12.0 13.0 13.7 16.3 19.4 23.9 26.5 7.3 12.3 13.0 14.1 15.4 17.7 21.4 26.2 29.8 7.7 13.4 14.2 15.5 17.1 8.5 15.0 15.9 17.4 19.3 10.5 18.3 19.5 21.4 24.3 11.8 21.5 22.9 25.2 28.1 13.7 25.4 27.2 30.2 33.5 Weight (kg/km) 78 168 193 227 260 340 510 760 910 90 204 238 283 358 414 665 969 1200 98 255 302 363 482 123 341 412 502 620 198 510 620 859 1092 273 729 897 1107 1301
-40C to +90C

F-mG10/LSZH
F-mG10/LSZH
F-mG10/LSZH
F-mG10/LSZH
F-mG10/LSZH
F-mG10/LSZH
F-mG10/LSZH
385 1120 1321 1475 2073 approximate values
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FIRECEL SR 140
Cable construction
Plain annealed copper wire, stranded according to EN 60228 class 2. Mica/Glass fire resistant tape covered by extruded cross-linked XLPE compound. Insulated cores are cabled together.
Mica/XLPE Insulation Armoured

R-mXLPE/LSZH/SWA/LSZH 0.6/1 kV
Bedding
LSZH thermoplastic material.
Armour
Applications
Single layer of galvanized steel wires (SWA).
Outer sheath
LSZH thermoplastic material. Colour black (other colours on request).

2 cores 3 cores 4 cores 7 cores and above blue - brown brown - black - grey blue - brown - black - grey white numbered
Basic design Fire resistant Flame retardant Fire retardant Acid gas emission Smoke density BS 7846 BS 7846 (cat. F2) / BS 6387 (cat. C-W-Z) / EN 50200 (PH60) EN 60332-1-2 EN 50266-2-4 (cat. C) EN 50267-2-1 EN 61034-2
Diameter under armour (mm) 8.8 9.8 10.6 12.8 16.8 19.4 23.3 26.4 9.6 10.7 11.2 13.8 18.2 21.4 25.8 29.2 11.1 11.8 12.9 15.6 20.9 12.3 13.1 14.4 14.9 16.1 17.7 17.1 18.3 20.2 20.3 21.8 24.1 22.7 24.3 27.0 Outer diameter (mm) 13.8 14.8 15.6 18.2 23.1 26.4 30.5 34.0 14.6 15.7 16.2 19.9 25.4 28.8 33.4 37.8 16.1 16.8 17.9 21.7 28.1 17.3 18.1 20.5 19.9 22.2 23.8 22.5 24.4 26.5 26.6 28.8 31.3 29.9 31.7 34.4 Weight (kg/km) 364 418 460 607 988 1390 1760 2175 416 480 514 818 1312 1705 2180 2950 510 570 649 1004 1642 600 680 927 800 1078 1256 1034 1354 1625 1530 1972 2355 2055 2450 2943 approximate values
-40C to +90C

N of cond. x cross section (mm2) 1.5 mm2 stranded 2x1.5 3x1.5 4x1.5 7x1.5 12x1.5 19x1.5 27x1.5 37x1.5 2.5 mm2 stranded 2x2.5 3x2.5 4x2.5 7x2.5 12x2.5 19x2.5 27x2.5 37x2.5 4 mm2 stranded 2x4 3x4 4x4 7x4 12x4 6 mm2 stranded 2x6 3x6 4x6 10 mm2 stranded 2x10 3x10 4x10 16 mm2 stranded 2x16 3x16 4x16 25 mm2 stranded 2x25 3x25 4x25 35 mm2 stranded 2x35 3x35 4x35
R-mXLPE/LSZH/SWA/LSZH
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Fire Resistant Fibre Optic Cables
SLO - MLO
Single Tube

Cable construction
Fibres
Singlemode and multimode fibres, with loose technology coating.
Loose Buffered Cables

SLO-000-**-M1-A5-FR SLO-000-**-M1-A1-FR MLO-000-**-M1-A5-FR MLO-000-**-M1-A3-FR MLO-000-**-M1-A1-FR (DNV-QFCI)
Structure
Multi Tube

For type SLO-FR the jelly filled tube containing the fibres is reinforced with glass yarns and is wound with a flame resistant tape. For type MLO-FR the jelly filled tubes containing the fibres are individually wound with a mica tape and are cabled around a central steel or FRP (fibreglass reinforced plastic) element. When necessary glass yarn is the traction element. A flame resistant tape improves fire resistance.
Inner sheath (only for A1 and A3 armoured cables)

LSZH thermoplastic compound.
Armouring
Applications
These cables are mainly used inside buildings, tunnels or closed areas in general, are designed and manufactured to guarantee the signal transmission even in case of fire, thus safeguarding the operation of the safety systems or of particularly critical and high speed connections.
A1 Galvanized steel wire braid A3 Corrugated steel tape A5 Anti-rodent glass yarns
Outer sheath
LSZH thermoplastic compound. Colour orange (other colours on request).
Optical fibre characteristics Fire resistant Flame retardant Fire retardant Acid gas emission Smoke density IEC 60793-1 / IEC 60794-1 IEC 60331-25 EN 60332-1-2 / IEC 60332-1-2 EN 50266-2-4 (cat. C) / IEC 60332-3-24 (cat. C) EN 50267-2-1 / IEC 60754-1 EN 50267-2-2 / IEC 60754-2 EN 61034-2 / IEC 61034-2
Temperature range
-40C to +90C

Approved by:
Available upon request
Test Report WARRES N. L18679
NEK 606 DNV Certificate N. E-9136
Armouring: A7 - Steel wire armour
Tube diameter (mm) -**- number of fibres 2 12 16 24 -**- number of fibres 2 12 16 24 -**- max number of fibres 72 96 144 -**- max number of fibres
MLO-FR-A1 (DNV-QFCI)
Outer diameter (mm) 8.0 9.0
Weight (kg/km) 70 80 160 180 230 250 280 280 310 350 230 250 approximate values
SLO-000-**-M1-A5-FR
2.7 3.5 2.7 3.5 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.5 3.0
SLO-000-**-M1-A1-FR
11.5 12.0
MLO-000-**(n)-M1-A5-FR
15.0 16.5 20.5
MLO-000-**(n)-M1-A3-FR
15.0 17.5 21.5 13.5 14.5
72 96 144 -**- number of fibres 4 24 36 48
SLO-FR-A5
SLO-FR-A1
MLO-FR-A5
MLO-FR-A3
MLO-000-**(n)-M1-A1-FR (DNV-QFCI)
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Fire Tests
Cables have to be properly designed, manufactured and also tested. Many tests are carried out during manufacturing or as final inspections. Many of them are attended by customers or third part inspectors. The tests are part of R&D, an extremely strategic activity for a Company and this is the reason why CAVICEL has invested in this field. You can find here the main tests concerning the behaviour of cables under fire conditions, and our main test equipments. It is important to verify all required performances and give the customers the full compliance to the requirements. CAVICEL is proud of its own laboratories and customers are always welcome to visit them.
BS 6387
Following tests are carried out to verify if a cable is capable of maintaining circuit integrity under fire condition, fire with water, and fire with mechanical shocks. During the tests the cables are maintained at their rated voltage. Fire Resistance (Cat. A B C S) The cable is exposed to fire at the specified temperature and time.
BS EN 50200
Fire Resistance This test is carried out to verify the circuit integrity of cables exposed to fire at 830C and mechanical shocks.
Classification PH 15 Fire and Water Resistance (Cat. W) The cable is exposed for 15 minutes to flame at 650C and for additional 15 minutes to fire and water spray. PH 30 PH 60 PH 90 PH 120 flame exposure for 15 min flame exposure for 30 min flame exposure for 60 min flame exposure for 90 min flame exposure for 120 min
BS EN 50200 Annex E (Standard Cable - BS 5839-1 - Clause 26.2d)

Fire Resistance with Mechanical Shocks (Cat. X Y Z) The cable is mounted on a vertical panel and shocked with a steel bar for 15 minutes while submitted to the action of a flame. Fire Resistance This test is carried out to verify circuit integrity during a fire. The cable is exposed to a flame at 830C and mechanical shocks for 15 minutes and additional 15 minutes to flame, mechanical shocks and water spray.
Performance Table Test Fire Resistance 650 C for 3 hours 750 C for 3 hours 950 C for 3 hours 950 C for 20 minutes Resistance to Fire and Water 650 C 650 C 750 C 950 C W X Y Z Resistance to Fire with Mechanical Shock A B C S Category
BS 8434-2 (Enhanced Cable - BS 5839-1 - Clause 26.2e)

Fire Resistance This test is carried out to verify circuit integrity during a fire. The cable is exposed to a flame at 930C and mechanical shocks for 60 minutes and additional 60 minutes to flame, mechanical shocks and water spray.
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Fire Tests
IEC 60331, CEI 20-36

Fire Resistance This test is carried out to verify circuit integrity even during a fire. A sample of cable is held on a flame at about 750C for a period of minimum 90 min, under rated voltage. No break or short circuit should occur. The test can also be performed in more severe conditions, up to 1100 C. Fibre optic cables can be tested in same conditions, monitoring the attenuation of the signal of one or more fibres. Classification CEI 20-36/2-1 IEC 60331-21 Electrical cables up to 0,6/1 kV CEI 20-36/2-3 IEC 60331-23 Data cables CEI 20-36/2-5 IEC 60331-25 Fibre optic cables
BS EN 50267-2-1, IEC 60754-1, CEI 20-37/2-1

HCl Emission Each non metallic material of the cable (~1.0 g) is burnt into a tube furnace up to 800 C. A controlled air flow rate absorbs the generated gases in a appropriate solution. The tritation of the solution allows to determine the developed hydrochloric acid (HCl) amount.
Standard BS EN 50267-2-1, IEC 60754-1, CEI 20-37/2-1
Required values 0,5% HCl
BS EN 50267-2-2, IEC 60754-2, CEI 20-37/2-2

Smoke Corrosivity This test allows estimation of corrosiveness against metals of gases released when cables burn. Materials composing the cable are burnt into a tubular oven with temperature higher than 935 C. A controlled air flow rate absorbs the generated gases in a specific distilled water solution. pH and conductivity are finally measured.
NF C 32-070
Fire Resistance This test is carried out to verify circuit integrity during a fire. The cable is into a tubular oven with gradually increasing of temperature up to 920C. The cable is stressed by mechanical shocks and subjected to tensile strength.
Standard
Required values pH 4,3 Conductivity 100 S.cm-1
BS EN 60332-3, IEC 60332-3, CEI 20-22/3

Fire Propagation Test on Bunched Cables Samples of cables 3,5 m long in quantities required by standard are installed on a ladder inside a metallic cabinet. They are subjected to the action of a flame at 750C for a specific time (20 or 40 minutes). Cables must not burn for more than 2,5 m.
BS EN 50267-2-2, IEC 60754-2, CEI 20-37/2-2
BS EN 61034-2, IEC 61034-2, CEI 20-37/3

Smoke Density In a 3 m cube metal cabinet, samples of cables are burned by 100 cm3 of alcohol contained in a metal tray. A photometric system is based on a light source and a photocell placed horizontally in the mid vertical plane of the cube, at height of 2.15 m. Absorbance or light transmission are measured.
Standard
Required values 60%
BS EN 60332-1, IEC 60332-1, CEI 20-35/1 BS EN 60332-2, IEC 60332-2, CEI 20-35/2, for small diameter cables
Flame Propagation Test on a Single Cable A 60 cm long sample of cable is vertically fixed with two clamps inside a small cabin, open on the front. The cable is subjected to the action of a flame produced by a calibrated Bunsen burner. The application time of the flame is according to the cable diameter (60-480 seconds). At the end of the test the burnt portion of cable must not be 50 mm close to the higher clamp.
BS EN 61034-2, IEC 61034-2, CEI 20-37/3 (Transmittance - LT)
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Recommendation for handling and storage

Handling
When handling drums, reasonable precautions should be taken to avoid damage to the cable and injury to people. Due regard should be paid to the mass of the drum, the method and direction of rolling and the method of lifting.
Unwinding
To unwind cables during installation, please refer to following pictures.
CORRECT
CORRECT
INCORRECT
INCORRECT
CORRECT
INCORRECT
CORRECT
INCORRECT CORRECT INCORRECT
Storage
Cable drums should be stored so that the drum flanges do not contact cable on another drum.
Battens, where applied, should not be removed from drums until the cables are to be installed. Care should be taken to avoid injury with nails when removing battens. To remove possible plastic foil on cable, do not use sharp tools that could damage cable jacket.
CORRECT
INCORRECT
Cables stored at temperatures which are below those recommended for installation conditions, should not be subjected to any mechanical stress including shocks, impact, bending and torsion. If cables are not fully protected (with battens or plastic foils for example), store should be in a protected area and not weather-beaten. The cable end should be sealed to prevent ingress of moisture during transport and storage.
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Recommendation for handling and storage / Reference Installations
The Last Cable Standing installed in:
Tsing Ma Bridge - Hong Kong
Park Tower - Dubai
Tupras Izmir Refinery - Turkey
Emerald Palace - Palm Jumeirah - Dubai
Airport Terminal 3 - Dubai
London Underground - UK Reebok Stadium - Bolton - UK Rose Rotana Tower - Dubai
Scottish Exhibition & Conference Centre Glasgow - UK
Combined-Cycle Power Plant Komotini - Greece
Financial Center - Abu Dhabi
New Delhi Metro - India
Burj Khalifa Tower - Dubai
Atlantis Hotel - Palm Jumeirah - Dubai
We have tried, with this catalogue, to show you our experience, our way of thinking and operating in the creation of fire resistant cables. We believe the cables you have seen here are good practical examples. When it comes to your own cable we can co-design it together: you let us know your specific situation and we will create your cable all around it. Cavicel can create it for you. Thank you for calling Cavicel.
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CAVICEL SpA 20096 Pioltello (Milano) - Italy Via Caduti del Lavoro, 18/A tel. +39 - 02 - 921.605.21 fax +39 - 02 - 921.607.53 e-mail: cavicel@cavicel.com www.cavicel.com
MADE IN ITALY
Cavicel firmly believes in the importance of the quality of its products and it undertakes itself to produce them using clean technologies for the respect and the protection of the environment.
All information contained in this brochure is believed to be accurate. Specifications can change at any time, according to technical developments and market changes.

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SR 114E solid conductor SR 114E-R stranded conductor

Colour code up to 4 cores to HD 308