Instrumentation Cable
Fire Resistant Instrumentation Cable Orange RE-2X(ST)HSWAH-CI 2x2x1 EN 50288-7 Rated 300V Screened Armored Instru Cable
Fire Resistant Instrumentation Cable Orange RE-2X(ST)HSWAH-CI 2x2x1 Rated 300V Screened Armored Instrument Cable
This high-performance fire resistant instrumentation cable features 2 twisted pairs of 1mm² conductors with mica tape fire barrier and XLPE insulation, specifically engineered for emergency service data and voice transmission that must maintain circuit integrity during fire events
Key Features & Technical Advantages
- 2 pairs x 1mm² for emergency and critical signal transmission
- Mica glass tape + XLPE insulation for FE180/PH30 circuit integrity
- Overall Al/PET foil + drain wire screen for EMI protection
- SWA steel wire armour for mechanical protection
- Orange LSZH sheath for high visibility and fire safety
- 300V rating, -30°C to +90°C operating range
- Circuit integrity: 180 minutes at 830°C + 30 minutes shock
- Halogen-free, low smoke, no corrosive gas emission
Specifications & Construction
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | RE-2X(ST)HSWAH-CI |
| Configuration | 2 x 2 x 1mm² |
| Conductor | Plain copper stranded, IEC 60228 Class 2 |
| Fire Barrier | Mica glass tape |
| Insulation | XLPE compound |
| Overall Screen | Al/PET foil + TC drain wire 0.5mm² |
| Armour | SWA galvanized steel wire |
| Inner Sheath | LSZH compound |
| Outer Sheath | LSZH compound, orange |
| Voltage Rating | 300V |
| Circuit Integrity | FE180 / PH30 |
| Temperature Range | -30°C to +90°C |
| Bending Radius | 10 x overall diameter |
Fire Performance Standards
| Standard | Requirement |
|---|---|
| IEC 60331-21 | Circuit integrity at 830°C |
| BS 6387 CWZ | Fire resistance with water and mechanical shock |
| EN 50200 (PH30) | Circuit integrity with mechanical shock |
| IEC 60332-1-2 | Single vertical wire flame retardance |
| IEC 60332-3-24 | Reduced fire propagation |
| IEC 60754-1/2 | Halogen-free, no corrosive gases |
| IEC 61034-2 | Minimum smoke emission |
Typical Applications – Solving Critical Fire Safety Challenges
- Emergency Systems: Provides circuit integrity for fire alarms, emergency lighting, and evacuation systems during fire events
- Oil and Gas: Supplies fire-resistant cabling for critical shutdown systems and emergency services
- Power Generation: Delivers circuit integrity cabling for turbine control and safety monitoring
- Petrochemical Processing: Provides fire-safe instrumentation for hazardous area applications
- Offshore Platforms: Supplies LSZH, armoured cabling for marine and offshore installations
- Transportation Infrastructure: Enables emergency communication in tunnels and subways
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FAQ
Q1: What does RE-2X(ST)HSWAH-CI designation mean?
A: RE indicates instrumentation cable, 2X indicates XLPE insulation, (ST) indicates overall screen, H indicates LSZH sheath, SWA indicates steel wire armoured, CI indicates circuit integrity/fire resistant.
Q2: What is the circuit integrity rating of this cable?
A: FE180 (180 minutes circuit integrity at 830°C) and PH30 (30 minutes with mechanical shock) per IEC 60331-21 and EN 50200.
Q3: How does this cable achieve fire resistance?
A: Mica glass tape fire barrier over the conductor, combined with XLPE insulation and LSZH materials, ensures circuit integrity during fire exposure.
Q4: Is this cable suitable for emergency systems?
A: Yes, it is specifically designed for data and voice transmission for emergency services where signal integrity must be assured during fires.
Q5: What is the temperature range and bending radius?
A: -30°C to +90°C operating, with minimum bending radius of 10 x overall diameter.