Antennax Passes IEC 60332-3-24 Fire Test

Posted 15 October 2012

Tags: Antennax LSHF Approvals

 The FS Cables Antennax range of LSHF microwave cables have been enhanced and independently tested by leading test house BRE to meet IEC 60332-3-24 flame retardance requirements.

The cables tested were the 50 Ohm ANT-400-LSHF, ANT-600-LSHF and the 75 Ohm ANT-600-LSHF.

Often referred to as the ‘ladder test’, a large volume of the cable was subjected to a 20 minute burn test to encourage the fire to spread up the cable. 

These impressive results make Antennax LSHF cables a market leader and the number one choice for installations in public buildings where safety is paramount.

The enhanced LSHF copolymer-based sheathing material successfully retarded the fire, restricting the damage to an average of 0.9m above the burner assembly. To pass, the cable should not show charring or damage above a 2.5m from the burner assembly. 

Low loss braided microwave coax cables are widely used for remote radio and satellite applications on mobile phone masts, tunnels, MoD installations and on ships and oil rigs where their flexibility provides easy routing in confined spaces. 

Fire safety is critical in these environments due to their complex evacuation procedures. As a result, more focus is being placed on the flame retardance properties of cables as they are one of the few pieces of equipment that travel throughout the facility, potentially spreading the fire.

Antennax LSHF cables also meet the smoke emission and halogen gas requirements of IEC 61034-2 and IEC60754-1&2.

The range of cables is available from stock complete with connectors and termination tools providing you with the highest quality complete solution available.