The Hermesys ChimeraX™ SWA Fire Resistant Cable is a steel wire armoured, fully dry fiber optic cable available in 4, 12, and 96-fiber configurations. Its fire-resistant, fully dry design is built to withstand demanding physical and thermal conditions, making it well suited for environments where both mechanical protection and fire safety are critical.
Key Features and Benefits
- Fully dry (jelly-free) core using Super Dry™ water-blocking material, simplifying splicing and maintenance by eliminating gel cleanup
- Galvanized steel wire armour adds strong resistance to crushing and rodent damage in harsh installation environments
- LSOH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen) inner and outer jackets limit toxic smoke and halogen gas release in a fire, supporting safer evacuation in enclosed spaces such as tunnels
- Fire barrier tape wrapped around the cable core adds an extra layer of flame containment beyond the outer jacket alone
- FRP central strength member keeps the cable lightweight and non-conductive while resisting tensile stress
- Water blocking yarn and tape around the cable core prevent moisture ingress along the cable’s length
- Wide operating range from -20°C to +70°C supports installation in both controlled and harsh outdoor or industrial settings
- High mechanical strength, with up to 6000 N short-term tensile load and 4000 N/100mm short-term crush resistance, suited for long-span or heavy-duty installations
Typical Applications
- Tunnel Environments
- Oil & Gas Plants
- Fire-Sensitive Indoor and Underground Installations
- Harsh Industrial Environments
Reference Standard
- IEC 61034-1 / IEC 61034-2
- IEC 60332-1
- IEC 60331-25
- IEC 60502-2004
