PH120 Fire Rated Cable – 3 Core 2.5mm Red, Sold Per Meter
The PH120 3 Core 2.5mm Red Cable is a high-integrity fire-rated cable engineered to maintain circuit integrity for up to 120 minutes during a fire. Ideal for emergency systems, fire alarms, smoke extraction fans, and public address systems, this cable is essential for life safety installations in commercial, industrial, and residential buildings.
Key Features
- PH120 Certified: Maintains performance for up to 120 minutes under fire conditions
- 3 Core, 2.5mm² Conductors: Suitable for power, lighting, and control applications
- Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH): Reduces toxic emissions in case of fire
- High Visibility Red Sheath: Easy identification of safety circuits
- Sold per meter: Order exactly what your installation requires
Built for Safety-Critical Systems
This PH120 fire rated cable is designed to meet the most stringent safety standards. Its construction includes fire-resistant insulation and sheathing that allows continued operation of essential systems during fire scenarios—crucial for evacuation procedures and firefighting efforts. It complies with BS EN 50200 and IEC 60331 standards for circuit integrity.
Where to Use PH120 3 Core 2.5mm Cable
This cable is widely used in:
- Fire detection and alarm systems
- Emergency lighting
- Smoke extraction systems
- Life safety power supplies
- Public announcement and voice alarm systems (PAVA)
Installation Benefits
The 2.5mm² conductors allow for a balance of power handling and flexibility, and the triple-core construction simplifies wiring in safety-critical circuits. It is compatible with metal cable cleats, glands, and clips used in fire-rated installations, and its LSZH sheath is compliant with SANS building requirements and EU directives.
Backed by Trusted Standards
Every metre of this cable is rigorously tested for resistance to fire, smoke, and mechanical impact. Its PH120 rating means it maintains circuit integrity for at least 120 minutes, providing critical redundancy in the most demanding scenarios.
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External Reference
Refer to this guide on fire resistance ratings for more background on PH120 cable standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does PH120 mean?
PH120 refers to a cable’s ability to maintain circuit integrity for 120 minutes in fire conditions. It’s critical for life-safety systems during emergencies.
Where is PH120 3 Core 2.5mm cable commonly used?
It’s used in fire alarms, emergency lighting, PAVA systems, and other critical power supplies that must function during a fire.
Is this cable LSZH compliant?
Yes, the outer sheath is made from Low Smoke Zero Halogen material to reduce toxic gas emissions during combustion.
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