Why is a halogen wire free?
Advantages of halogen-free cables In the case of halogen-free cables no toxic or corrosive gases are released in a fire, which could be a threat to humans or buildings. In contrast to PVC cables, a dangerous elimination of halogen-containing combustion gases can be ruled out.
Is halogen free cable low smoke?
Unlike PVC cables and those made of other compounds which produce vast amounts of dense black smoke, toxic fumes and acid gas when exposed to fire, LSZH cables produce very low levels of smoke and toxic fume and no acid gases.
Is PVC cable halogen free?
The halogen-free material is a material that does not contain a group of halogen elements (fluorine, chlorine, bromine, iodine, and astat). PVC or polyvinyl chloride is not a halogen-free material because it contains chlorine.
What UL 758?
Underwriters Laboratories’ standard UL 758 covers Appliance Wiring Material (AWM). It sets out the specifications for single and multi-core insulated conductors for cables and wires used within factory and production equipment, including for connecting appliances.
What UL 1032?
Insulation Extruded PVC. Covering Optional. Extruded PVC, 5 mils minimum thickness at any point, 40 mils maximum thickness.
Is LSF the same as LSOH?
LSOH cables are those that, when exposed to fire emit no more than 0.5% hydrogen chloride. They are not the same as LSF cables. LSF cables burn very quickly and give off black smoke. By contrast LSOH cables burn cleanly when exposed to the same heat source.
Is LSF the same as LSZH?
LSF cable will emit toxic gases while LSZH will limit the emission of these (typically under 0.5% hydrogen chloride emission). The use of LSZH cables protects both people and limits the amount of equipment damage during a fire situation.
Is PVC halogen free?
What is Lsoh wire?
Low smoke zero halogen or low smoke free of halogen (LSZH or LSOH or LS0H or LSFH or OHLS or ZHFR) is a material classification typically used for cable jacketing in the wire and cable industry.