Fire-Resistant Cables

Fire-resistant cables engineered to maintain circuit integrity during fire for specified durations, such as 30, 60, 90, or 120 minutes. These cables are essential for operating emergency lighting, fire alarm systems, and critical control circuits in buildings and critical facilities. They feature multi-layer construction including copper or aluminium conductors, heat-resistant insulation (mica tape, mineral insulation, or special compounds), flame-retardant materials, and a fire-resistant outer sheath to ensure performance under extreme conditions.

Description

Fire-resistant cables engineered to maintain circuit integrity during fire for specified durations, such as 30, 60, 90, or 120 minutes. These cables are essential for operating emergency lighting, fire alarm systems, and critical control circuits in buildings and critical facilities. They feature multi-layer construction including copper or aluminium conductors, heat-resistant insulation (mica tape, mineral insulation, or special compounds), flame-retardant materials, and a fire-resistant outer sheath to ensure performance under extreme conditions.

Additional information
Property

Typical Value

Conductor

Copper or Aluminium

Insulation

Mica tape, mineral insulation, or heat-resistant compounds

Conductor Purity

High

Outer Sheath

Fire-resistant and flame-retardant materials

Cable Types

CP (circuit protective), emergency circuits, fire survival rated

Fire Operation

Rating 30, 60, 90, 120 minutes depending on standard

Additional Properties

Flame and smoke resistance, maintains circuit integrity

Applications
  • Public buildings and governmental offices.
  • Tunnels and critical passageways.
  • Metro stations, hospitals, and critical facilities.
  • Emergency lighting, fire alarm, and vital control systems.
Standards and Testing
  • IEC 60331: Cables required to maintain circuit integrity during fire.
  • BS 6387: Fire, heat, and mechanical shock resistance.
  • EN 50200: Flame and smoke tests.
  • Quality assurance according to Elsewedy Electric+1 standards.