Halogen-free cables are without any halogens with regard to the composition of the plastic materials. Materials used at SAB as for example SABIX®, Besilen®, Polyethylene, Polypropylene and other thermoplastic elastomer compounds (TPE) do not contain any hazardous stabilisers that contain heavy metals or plasticisers. The additives for flame protection (if existent) are ecologically without any risk.

Many of the halogen free SABIX® (PO-base) compounds used at SAB do not develop any corro Ssive and toxic gases in case of fire and avoid a strong smoke emission. They have a very good flame protection and prevent fire propagation. The absence of halogen for plastic materials used in cable industry are tested according to standard IEC 60754-1 (DIN EN 60754-1, VDE 0482-754-1). During the test the content of hydro halogenic acid is determined. In order to designate a material as halogen-free according to standard, the proportion of hydro halogenic acid must be smaller than 0,5%.

Further information:
Halogen-free SABIX® materials
Halogen-free Cables