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SABIX® A 280 FRNC X (FR)

Halogen-Free Cables for Rail Vehicles

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Fire resistant low smoke halogen-free (LSHF) cross linked SABIX® control cable with white numbered conductors with improved fire performance for railway applications acc. to EN 45545-2 - 500V, +125°C

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SABIX® A 280 FRNC X (FR)- SAB Halogen Free Cables (SABIX)

Marking for SABIX® A 280 FRNC X (FR) 62809505:
SAB BRÖCKSKES · D-VIERSEN · SABIX® A 280 FRNC X (FR) 5 x 0.5 mm² CE

EN 45545
CE
RoHS
PFAS-Free

Application

The SABIX® A 280 FRNC X (FR) series delivers dependable control solutions for modern automation and railway applications. This fire-resistant, low smoke halogen-free (LSHF) cross-linked SABIX® control cable features white numbered conductors and is rated for 500 V and up to +125°C. Its special SABIX® jacket ensures long-lasting durability, flame protection, and resistance to harsh environments. Certified to EN 45545-2, EN 50200, IEC 60331-21, CE, and RoHS, the A 280 FRNC X (FR) meets the highest international safety standards. It provides excellent UV stability, ozone resistance, and oil and chemical resistance, making it suitable for demanding conditions. Specially developed for rail vehicles, this halogen-free, fireproof control cable offers enhanced safety, reliable connectivity, and consistent performance where fire protection and operational resilience are critical.

Outstanding Features

» Low smoke halogen-free (LSHF)
» No flame propagation
» Flame retardant and self-extinguishing
» Good ozone resistance
» Good oil and chemical resistance
» Fulfills fire protection requirements R15 (EL1A) acc. to EN 45545-2 for hazard levels HL1-3
» EN 50200 PH 30 + VDE 0482-200, IEC 60331-21 + VDE 0482-331-21
» PFAS free

Construction

Conductor
tinned copper strands, fine wires
Wrappingmica tape
Insulation
special SABIX®
Color Code
white conductors with consecutive numbers acc. to EN 50334 + VDE 0293-334
Stranding
in layers
Jacket Materialspecial SABIX®
Jacket colorblack (RAL 9005)

Technical Specifications

Nominal voltage
Uo/U 300/500 V
Testing voltage

conductor/conductor: 2000 V

Minimum bending radius
10 x O.D.
Temperature Range

DIN VDE:
static: -50/+125°C (in conduit) during protected fixed installation

Halogen-free
acc. to EN 50306-1 + EN 50264-1
Development of HCl is < 0.5% acc. to IEC 60754-1
pH-value is > 4.3 acc. to IEC 60754-2
Conductivity is < 10.0 μS/mm acc. to IEC 60754-2
Fluoric content < 0.1% acc. to IEC 60684-2
Burning Characteristics

Flame Propagation:
no flame propagation
acc. to IEC 60332-3-24 + VDE 0482-332-3-24
resp. IEC 60332-3-25 + VDE 0482-332-3-25
and EN 50305 + VDE 0260-305 section 9.1.2
Flame retardant and self-extinguishing acc. to IEC 60332-1-2 + VDE 0482-332-1-2

Insulation integrity in case of fireEN 50200 PH 30, VDE 0482-200, IEC 60331-21 FE 180 + VDE 0482-331
Smoke Densityacc. to IEC 61034 + VDE 0482-1034
Toxicityacc. to EN 50305+ VDE 0260-305
Approvals
EN 45545-2, CE, RoHS
Absence of harmful substance (RoHS)acc. to RoHS directive of the European Union

Additional Information

Product highlight:

» meets EN 45545-2 for hazard levels HL1-3
» up to +125°C

Part Numbers

Part notes:

Other dimensions and colors are available on request.

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