Compound insulates wires and cables.
Press Release Summary:
Comprised of base compound with catalyst masterbatch that promotes cross-linking, halogen-free Megolon® XLi710 insulates wires as small as 1 mm² and complies with BS7211 specification for thermosetting cable insulation rated to 450/750 V. Activated by heat and water, compound is fire-retardant as well as chemical and abrasion resistant. It is suited for range of cables including copper data and telecommunication, optic fiber data, RF, and energy cables.
Original Press Release:
Cross-Linking, Halogen Free, Fire Retardant Insulation Compound for Wire and Cable Sheathing
Windsor, Connecticut - September 19, 2005....Scapa Polymerics has introduced Megolon® XLi710 for wires and cables used in public facilities. Megolon Xli710 is a cross-linking, halogen free, fire retardant insulation grade compound used to insulate and sheath a wide range of cables including copper data and telecommunication, optical fiber data, radio frequency, energy and special fire survival cables.
On exposure to fire or high temperatures, Megolon compounds are difficult to ignite and generate only small amounts of pale smoke whereas PVC cables emit dense black smoke after only 3 minutes. This allows emergency exits to remain visible longer for safe evacuation. Megolon compounds are ideal for use in underground railways, airports, power stations, shopping centers and passenger ships.
Megolon XLi710 has been developed to comply with the BS7211 specification for thermosetting cable insulation rated to 450/750 volts. The material is comprised of a base compound with a catalyst masterbatch that promotes cross-linking. Designed using silane technology, Xli710 combines excellent electrical and fire retardant properties with outstanding extrusion to produce a proven stable compound with reliable consistency of performance. Activated by heat and water, Xli710 eliminates the need for cable manufacturers to invest in expensive e-beam equipment.
This cross-linkable grade possesses not only superior temperature performance and enhanced tensile strength, but also increased chemical and abrasion resistance. It can be used to insulate wires as small as 1mm².
For additional information, contact Scapa Polymerics at (800) 801-0323, or access the company's Web site at www.scapapolymerics.com. Scapa Polymerics designs, manufactures and supplies innovative, high quality polymer based products principally to the international wire and cable industry.
