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Flame Retardant Alarm Cable is engineered to transmit alarm signals for fire alarm and building security systems. Featuring flame-retardant construction, it restricts flame spread under standard fire test conditions to protect safety circuits. This alarm cable connects alarm control panels, smoke/heat detectors, sounders and other safety system components for commercial and public building installations.
The correct cable selection relies on conductor cross-section, core quantity, working voltage, installation environment, shielding needs and relevant fire & electrical safety standards.
As a professional cable manufacturer, we work closely with global buyers to define cable structure and technical specifications prior to production, helping you select the right configuration for your specific project and application.
Flame Retardant Alarm Cable - Why It Matters in Every Building
A fire in a building almost always travels along the cabling. Cable bundles in a riser or tray act as a ladder that carries the flame from floor to floor, releasing smoke and toxic gas into escape routes long before the structure is at risk. A flame retardant alarm cable breaks that path: its jacket and insulation are formulated to resist ignition and to be self-extinguishing, so once the external flame is removed the cable stops burning instead of feeding the fire. For security and fire alarm wiring, the flame retardant property is not just a compliance box - it is the difference between a contained incident and a cable-propagated disaster. This page covers what flame retardant means, how it differs from fire resistant, and the standards your project will ask you to meet.
Self-Extinguishing
Stops burning once the flame source is removed.
Limits Flame Spread
Prevents the cable acting as a fire ladder.
Low Smoke
LSZH grade: little smoke, no halogen gas.
Multi Core
Sensor runs to panel trunk cables.
FR-PVC or LSZH
Jacket matched to the project requirement.
Global Standards
IEC 60332-1-2, UL VW-1, EN 50575 CPR.
Flame retardant Alarm Cable Technical Specifications
Manufactured at our Haiyan, Zhejiang factory complying with ISO 9001:2015 standards. This flame retardant alarm cable supports custom jacket materials, colors and construction to meet different fire safety project specifications.
| Product Name | Flame Retardant Alarm Cable |
|---|---|
| Conductor Mateiral | Bare copper / Tinned copper |
| Core Counts | 2 core / 4 core or multi core as request |
| Conductor Sizes | 2/3/4 *1.0mm²/ 1.5mm²/ 2.5mm² (12/14/16/18AWG) |
| Insulation Color | Red/Black (2-core); BS EN colour code for multi-core |
| Insulation Material | PVC / LSZH |
| Jacket | Flame retardant PVC |
| Temperature Range | 15°C to +70°C (PVC); up to +90°C (LSZH) |
| Fire Rating | FPLR (Riser Rated) |
| Shielding | Optional (AL foil/ Braid) |
| Standard Color | Custom |
| Rated Voltage | 300/500 V |
| Packing Length | 100 m / 305 m (1000 ft) / 500 m per reel or box |
| Application | Fire Alarm Systems |
| Number of Cores | Conductor Specification (mm²) |
Insulation Nom Thick. (mm) |
Insulation Nom Diam (mm) |
Jacket Nom Thick. (mm) |
Jacket Nom Diam (mm) |
| 2 |
2×0.50mm² |
0.5 |
1.8 |
0.7 |
5.2 |
| 3 |
3×0.50mm² |
0.5 |
1.8 |
0.7 |
5.2 |
| 2 |
2×0.80mm² |
0.5 |
2 |
0.7 |
5.4 |
| 3 |
3×0.80mm² |
0.5 |
2 |
0.7 |
5.4 |
| 2 |
2×1.00mm² |
0.6 |
2.35 |
0.8 |
6.5 |
| 3 |
3×1.00mm² |
0.6 |
2.35 |
0.8 |
6.5 |
| 2 |
2×1.50mm² |
0.7 |
2.8 |
1 |
7.8 |
| 3 |
3×1.50mm² |
0.7 |
2.8 |
1 |
7.8 |
| 2 | 2×2.50mm² | 0.8 | 3.4 | 1 | 9 |
| 3 | 3×2.50mm² | 0.8 | 3.4 | 1 | 9 |
Flame Retardant Alarm Cable - Test Standards Explained
"Flame retardant" is not a single certificate - it is defined by a specific flame test. The table below maps the standards we test to, and which market each one serves.
IEC 60332-1-2
Single vertical wire - Europe / export
The baseline single-insulated-wire vertical flame test. A flame is applied for 60 s; the cable must self-extinguish and the burnt portion stay within the limit. Required for most European alarm installations.
IEC 60332-3
Bunched cables - trays & risers
The bunched-cable vertical flame spread test. A ladder of cables is burned to confirm the flame does not propagate through the bundle. Specified for cable trays and riser shafts with multiple cables.
UL VW-1 / UL 1581
Vertical wire - North America
The UL vertical wire flame test used for North American alarm and control cable. The cable must not flame longer than the limit after 5 applications of the test flame. Familiar marking on the jacket: VW-1.
CPR EN 50575 Euroclasses
| Euroclass | Flame / Heat / Smoke | Typical In-Wall Alarm Use |
|---|---|---|
| Fca | Lowest - basic flame retardant | General indoor alarm wiring, low-risk areas |
| Eca | Basic flame retardant | Residential and light commercial alarm cable |
| Dca | Medium flame + smoke + drops | Public buildings, corridors, risers |
| Cca | Medium-high, low smoke | Schools, hospitals, escape routes |
| B2ca | High - lowest flame spread & smoke | Tunnels, high-rise, critical life-safety |
Flame Retardant vs. Fire Resistant Alarm Cable
The two terms sound similar but mean different things, and specifying the wrong one is one of the most common mistakes in alarm cabling. Flame retardant is about preventing the cable from spreading the fire. Fire resistant is about keeping the circuit alive during the fire.
Rule of thumb
General alarm / security wiring in a building → flame retardant alarm cable
Public building, school, hospital, tunnel → flame retardant LSZH alarm cable
Sounder / evacuation circuit that must sound during a fire → also fire resistant (PH30/60/120)
Where EMI is present → add a foil or braid shield (independent of flame retardancy)
North America → UL VW-1 / UL 1581 flame rating; Europe → IEC 60332 / CPR class
Applications of Flame Retardant Alarm Cable
Commercial buildings: Alarm and signal wiring for offices and commercial facilities.
Residential buildings: Compatible alarm circuits in apartments and residential developments.
Hotels and hospitality facilities: Alarm wiring specified for building safety systems.
Hospitals and healthcare facilities: Cable selection according to facility requirements and applicable regulations.
Shopping malls and public buildings: Alarm system wiring for commercial and public environments.
Industrial facilities: Suitable alarm and signal circuits within the cable's rated operating conditions.
Infrastructure projects: Cable supply for approved project specifications and installation environments.
The cable's suitability must be assessed against the intended system, installation conditions, applicable codes, and project documentation. Not every flame-retardant cable is suitable for every fire alarm circuit.
Jacket Material Selection Guide
• Flame retardant PVC: General indoor alarm wiring, cost-effective.
• LSZH (halogen free): Public buildings, schools, hospitals - low • smoke.
• LSZH B2ca/Cca: Tunnels, high-rise, critical life-safety.
• Add shield where EMI is present (independent of flame retardancy).
Why Choose Our Flame Retardant Alarm Cable
Manufacturing Process – Precision & Quality Control
Our Flame Retardant Fire Alarm Cable is produced under strict quality control to ensure stable performance and long-term reliability in fire alarm systems.
Custom Color Options
In addition to the standard red color, we offer custom color options for your specific needs. Choose from a wide range of colors to match your design specifications, branding, or to meet particular project requirements.
Contact us for more details on custom color options.
Product packaging
Designed for safe transport and easy installation, our Flame Retardant Alarm Cable comes with reliable and flexible packaging.
* Standard Rolls: 100m / 305m (1000ft), easy to handle and install
* Wooden Drums / Plastic Reels: Ideal for bulk orders and long-distance shipping
* Strong Protection: Moisture-proof and impact-resistant packaging to prevent damage
* Custom Length Available: Reduce waste and improve efficiency
* OEM Support: Custom logo and packaging design available
✔ Safe Delivery
✔ Easy Installation
✔ Customizable for Your Brand
Q: What is Flame Retardant Alarm Cable?
A:Flame retardant alarm cable is security, fire alarm or control cable made with a jacket and insulation compound that resists ignition and is self-extinguishing. When a flame is removed, the cable stops burning instead of propagating the fire along its length. It limits flame spread, reduces smoke and, in the halogen-free (LSZH) version, releases no corrosive halogen gas. It is the standard choice for alarm wiring in trays, risers and public buildings where fire spread along cables must be controlled.
Q: What is the difference between flame-retardant and fire-resistant alarm cable?
A:Flame retardant and fire resistant are different properties and are often confused. A flame retardant cable resists ignition and stops burning when the flame source is removed, so it does not spread the fire - but it still fails once the fire reaches it. A fire resistant cable keeps carrying current for a defined time (PH30/60/120 minutes) inside the fire, using a mica-glass tape layer. Flame retardant protects the building from the cable; fire resistant protects the circuit from the fire. Alarm cables are usually flame retardant; circuits that must survive a fire (sounders, evacuation) also need the fire resistant grade.
Q: Which flame test standards does flame retardant alarm cable meet?
A: Our flame retardant alarm cable is tested to IEC 60332-1-2 (single vertical insulated wire flame propagation), IEC 60332-3 (bunched cable vertical flame spread) where required, UL VW-1 (vertical wire flame test), EN 60332 (European equivalent) and CPR EN 50575 for the Euroclass fire performance of the jacket (Eca to B2ca). The appropriate standard depends on the market: IEC/EN for Europe and most export markets, UL 1581 and VW-1 for North America.
Q:Is LSZH the same as flame retardant alarm cable?
A:Not exactly. LSZH (low smoke zero halogen) is a type of flame retardant compound that additionally produces very little smoke and no corrosive halogen gas in a fire. Flame retardant is the broader property; a flame retardant PVC alarm cable resists flame spread but does emit smoke and some halogen gas. LSZH alarm cable is flame retardant plus low smoke plus halogen free, and is specified for public buildings, schools, hospitals, tunnels and any enclosed space where smoke toxicity is a life-safety concern.
Q: Do I need shielded flame retardant alarm cable?
A:Only where electromagnetic interference (EMI) is present. A shield (aluminium foil plus drain wire, or tinned copper braid) keeps induced noise out of the alarm signal and prevents the cable from radiating. Flame retardant and shielding are independent properties, so we build both unscreened and screened flame retardant alarm cable. Standard installs without strong EMI fields use the unscreened version.
Q: What is the MOQ and lead time for flame retardant alarm cable?
A:MOQ is 10000 m for standard flame retardant alarm cable. Lead time is 20–25 working days for bulk OEM orders, with samples available in 5–7 working days. We support custom jacket colours, custom printing and private-label packaging for installers and distributors.
We welcome inquiries from international distributors, importers, fire alarm system integrators, electrical contractors, and OEM customers.
Share your required conductor size, core count, shielding construction, insulation material, applicable standards, estimated order quantity, and destination market.
Our team can review your requirements and discuss suitable cable configurations, technical documentation, customization options, and supply arrangements.
Contact us today for flame retardant alarm cable specifications, bulk pricing, OEM cooperation, and product documentation.
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