Fire-resistant cables are designed to ensure circuit integrity during fire incidents, making them essential for critical systems like emergency lighting, fire alarms, ventilation systems, and elevators. Unlike standard cables, fire-resistant cables continue to operate under extreme heat, providing uninterrupted power and communication during emergencies.
Key Features of Fire-Resistant Cables
Circuit Integrity: Maintains functionality for 30, 60, 90, or 120 minutes during fire exposure, meeting standards like IEC 60331, BS 6387, and EN 50200.
Low Smoke, Zero Halogen (LSZH): Reduces toxic emissions and smoke for improved air quality and visibility during a fire.
High Heat Resistance: Insulated with materials like mica tape and ceramic-forming compounds to withstand temperatures exceeding 750°C.
Durable and Reliable: Resists flames, mechanical shocks, and water exposure to ensure long-lasting performance in critical environments.
Applications of Fire-Resistant Cables
Fire-resistant cables are essential in locations where safety and operational reliability are top priorities:
Emergency Lighting and Fire Alarm Systems
Public Buildings: Hospitals, schools, airports, and metro stations
Power Supply to Critical Equipment
Building Automation and Control Systems
Industrial Facilities and Data Centers
Benefits of Fire-Resistant Cables
Enhanced Safety: Reduces fire-related risks by ensuring uninterrupted operations.
Compliance: Meets stringent international safety standards for fire protection.
Asset Protection: Protects valuable infrastructure and minimizes system downtime.
Fire-resistant cables play a vital role in ensuring life safety and protecting infrastructure in high-risk environments. Industries and businesses can enhance safety compliance by investing in cables that provide certified fire resistance, reduced smoke emissions, and superior reliability.
The JE-H(St)H Bd (FE180 / PH120) is a specialized fire-resistant, halogen-free communication cable designed to maintain electrical circuit integrity during fire exposure. Its robust construction makes it essential for critical environments like hospitals, airports, high-rise buildings, shopping centers, and public transportation systems, where safety and reliability are paramount.
This cable features a solid copper conductor insulated with a fire-resistant, cross-linked material that forms a protective ceramic layer when exposed to flames. The cable pairs are twisted together and shielded with aluminum-polyester tape, which enhances signal integrity while minimizing interference. Its outer sheath, made from halogen-free, flame-retardant (HFFR) compounds, reduces toxic emissions and smoke, making it safer for people during fire emergencies.
Performance-wise, the JE-H(St)H Bd ensures up to 180 minutes of fire resistance (FE180) as per IEC 60331-23 standards and maintains circuit integrity for 120 minutes (PH120) under mechanical pulse, tested according to EN 50200. These properties make it highly reliable in extreme fire conditions. Furthermore, it meets low smoke density (IEC 61034-2) and minimal corrosive gas emission (IEC 60754-2) standards, ensuring better visibility and reduced damage during a fire.
With its exceptional fire resistance and low-toxicity performance, this cable is ideal for signal transmission, building management systems, fire alarms, and control applications. Industries prioritizing safety, compliance, and longevity choose JE-H(St)H Bd (FE180/PH120) to protect both human life and valuable assets.
