EuroWire March 2020

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Huber+Suhner launches lightest and most compact cable

HUBER+SUHNER, a manufacturer of components and system solutions for electrical and optical connectivity, has launched the fire-resistant Radox® OFL (oil and gas flexible lightweight) cable solution, providing the offshore industry with a safe way to reduce platform weight. Featuring a lightweight and compact design, the Radox OFL cables have a small bend radius and thin wall – half the size of standard cables – which reduces stripping time and makes installation easier and quicker. The Radox OFL cable is highly fire-resistant and low-smoke halogen-free (LSFH), providing performance in harsh outdoor environments and offshore industrial applications. Core cables do not melt or drip in the event of a short circuit, minimising emergency repairs and the potential for hazardous fume inhalation. The Radox OFL cable is also oil-, mud- and hydraulic- oil-resistant according to the highest standard NEK606 Cat a-d. In addition, the Radox technology offers a 120°C sheath and 145°C core temperature threshold, giving the cable an expected lifetime eight times longer than standard 90°C offshore cables. The polymers in the insulation of the wires and in the cable sheath are cross-linked using electron beams, providing the cables with extreme resistance to mechanical, chemical, temperature and weather influences. Frank Thorn, head of market unit industry, low frequency division of Huber+Suhner, said, “The offshore industry presents

▲ ▲ Radox OFL cable from Huber+Suhner

Mr Thorn added, “Offshore applications require durable, flexible and reliable cables that can operate seamlessly and withstand harsh environments to avoid deterioration. We developed the Radox OFL cable with weight, space and cost in mind, creating a solution which is resilient, cost effective and quick to install. "As a result, the Radox OFL cables will show no sign of any brittle breakage even after ten to 12 years, unlike conventional rubber cables.” The Radox OFL cable is now widely available. Huber+Suhner AG www.hubersuhner.com

challenging conditions, including high temperatures, oil, chemicals and UV radiation. “This means cables have to be robust and stand the test of time. The latest Radox OFL cable does exactly this, while also reducing installation time and reducing weight, making it a valuable investment that can future-proof offshore connectivity.” As a result of the Radox OFL cable’s reduced 3D diameter, smaller cable accessories such as connectors and trays can be used, further reducing space and weight. The cable is suitable for monitoring and control, as well as sensor applications on offshore platforms.

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