UL LISTED FPL FIRE ALARM CABLES; 2-HOUR FIRE RATED Unshielded - 16AWG - 14AWG; 2-conductor NEC Type FPL; for use in Electrical Circuit Integrity System FHIT.28A. Installation Guide Authorities Having Jurisdiction should be consulted before installation. 5_14
CRITICAL INSTALLATION INFORMATION INDEX Radix DuraLife TM FPL fire rated cables must be installed in accordance with ALL requirements of the UL 2196 Electrical Circuit Protective System Listing, plus national and local codes. Read carefully and follow the installation instructions in this booklet. Ensure that cable is stored properly in a moisturefree environment and that cable jacket is in good condition prior to installation. Take all precautions when installing cables by following OSHA and other applicable regulations. Store pull ropes in a clean, dry area, out of direct sunlight and away from extreme heat. While cables are exposed and during cable pulling activities, protect cables from nearby or overhead work to prevent damage to the cable jacket or insulation. Do not pull cables around corners with sharp edges as this may damage cable jacket/insulation. Pull cable only into clean EMT tubing. Visually check for debris, abrasions or sharp edges that might damage the cable prior to cable installation. Use only steel support systems. No other materials are acceptable. Support the cable in the manner and intervals detailed in the Electrical Circuit Protective System listing. INSTALLATION OVERVIEW... 2 CABLE RATINGS/APPROVALS... 2 CERTIFICATIONS... 2 & EMT FILL LISTING DURALIFE TM FPL CABLE OVERVIEW... 3 TYPICAL APPLICATIONS... 3 CABLE STORAGE & HANDLING... 4-5 PRE-INSTALLATION... 6 INSTALLATION... 6-8 SPLICE PROCEDURE FOR FIRE ALARM CABLES... 9-12 PULL-BOX AND SPLICE INSTALLATION EXAMPLES... 13 TESTING... 13 2014 Radix Wire. All rights reserved. DuraLife TM is a registered trademark of Radix Wire. Made in USA 1
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW / CABLE RATINGS & APPROVALS CERTIFICATIONS & EMT FILL UL 2196 System Requirements The reliability of a fire rated cable system depends on correct system design, installation and use of approved components/materials. Failure to comply with these specific guidelines may result in a system that fails in fire conditions. Radix DuraLife TM FPL cables must be installed in Wheatland FasTrak Plus EMT tubing. Additional UL 2196 System Components include: Halex or Raco EMT Compression Couplings Cooper Crouse-Hinds Compression Fittings Hubbell Set-screw Fittings Cooper B-Line NEMA 1 Splice Enclosure/Pull Box Penn-Union Copper Off-Set Fixed Lug Connector with 1/4-20 Set-Screw Certifications & EMT Fill Listings CERTIFICATIONS 16 AWG 14 AWG Solid Conductor 3 3 7-Strand Conductor - 3 Single-Cable EMT ¾ ¾ Install - Horizontal Wheatland Wheatland Single-Cable EMT ½ to 2 ½ to 2 Install - Vertical Wheatland Wheatland Multi-Cable EMT ¾ to 2 ¾ to 2 Install - Vertical Wheatland Wheatland FILL RATES 16 AWG 14 AWG ½ EMT 1 cable 1 cable ¾ - 1 EMT Up to 3 cables Up to 2 cables 1¼ EMT Up to 4 cables Up to 3 cables 1½ EMT Up to 6 cables Up to 4 cables 2 EMT Up to 10 cables Up to 8 cables Polywater J Lubricant Ratings & Approvals UL 2196 Certified/UL 1424 Listed FHIT SYSTEM No. 28A Low-Smoke, Zero-Halogen Unshielded 16AWG - 14AWG; 2-Conductor Maximum Voltage Rating: 72V (for fire applications) NEC Type FPL; for Use in Protective Electrical System (EMT) DuraLife FPL cables of different gauge sizes can be installed together in a single conduit up to the maximum allowed by the 14 AWG cable. No other cables or wires can be installed in the same conduit with DuraLife FPL cables. Authorities Having Jurisdiction should be consulted before installation 2
DURALIFE TM FPL CABLE OVERVIEW APPLICATIONS Radix DuraLife TM FPL fire rated power cables are designed to be flexible for easier installation. Oxygen-free bare copper (OFHC) conductors, solid and stranded Radix proprietary ceramifiable silicone rubber insulation; color-coded black and red insulation on leads Maximum cable voltage rating: 300V Low-smoke zero-halogen FRPE outer jacket. Red jacket standard. Black jacket available at an additional charge. PRINT LEGEND: RADIX WIRE-II DURALIFE X/C #Y AWG FPL 90C / (UL) CLASSIFIED FIRE-RESISTIVE CABLE FOR USE IN ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT INTEGRITY SYSTEM #28A. SEE UL FIRE RESISTANCE DIRECTORY R21213 (MONTH/YEAR). [where, X is the number of conductors and Y is the size of the cable in AWG]. Radix DuraLife TM FPL fire rated power cables are constructed and approved for the following applications: Fire alarm circuit integrity (NEC Article 760). Emergency systems (NEC Articles 700 and 517). Suitable for 2-hr. certified fire-resistive applications in Wheatland EMT tubing. Fire-resistive certified for Power-Limited system use at 72V phase-to-phase utilization voltage. Meets fire alarm survivability circuit requirements in the National Fire Protection Code (NFPA 72). UL 1424 Listed FPL for Power-Limited Fire Alarm Circuits; 300V/90 C classified. UL Certified to UL 2196 2-hour fire rating in FHIT System 28A. COMPLIANCE UL 1424 Listed FPL for Power-Limited Fire Alarm Circuits; 300V/90 C classified; UL Certified to UL 2196 2-hour fire rating in FHIT System 28A Meets fire alarm survivability circuit requirements in the National Fire Protection Code (NFPA 72). Meets vertical flame requirement for cable tray rating per UL 1685. 3
CABLE STORAGE & HANDLING Radix DuraLife TM FPL fire rated power cables are designed for durability. However, proper cable handling procedures must be followed to ensure the cable is not damaged prior to installation. Protect from Damage Choose a storage area that is cool, dry and protected from weather, construction activities, equipment collisions, falling objects, chemical spills, moving vehicles and other related hazards. Initial Inspection When cable reels are first received, inspect the protective reel wrap for evidence of shipment damage. Whenever possible, leave the Radix factory-applied protective cover in place until just before installation. Radix highly recommends the use of additional covering to protect cable reels when stored outdoors or in dirty, dust-prone areas. Use a cover that is resistant to moisture and shields cables from the sun. If possible, provide ventilation to avoid excessive heat in the storage area. Storage Procedure Store 1000 and 2000 reels on sides to avoid damaging reels. Store 5000 reels upright on flanges. Do not stack reels. Handle reels carefully to avoid physical damage to reel and cable. Store cables on a firm, dry surface or on planking in an area with good drainage. Arbor Hole Reel Flange Protective Reel Wrap Always store and transport reels as shown below. To avoid reel damage, do not stack. 1000 and 2000 Reels 3 Stored on Side 5000 Reel Packaging: Available on 1,000 ft., 2,000 ft. and 5,000 ft. reels. Smaller length reels may be available from Radix Wire distribution partners. 3 Stored Upright on Flange Radix highly recommends storing cable reels indoors or in a weather-protected enclosure. 4
CABLE STORAGE & HANDLING Moving Reels A Radix DuraLife TM cable reel, depending on gauge and reel size, weighs 60-400 pounds, so handle carefully by using equipment designed specifically for this task. Make sure the lifting/handling device does not come in direct contact with the cable or its protective covering. Take care to ensure that the flange of one reel does not impact cable on another reel. Do not drop reels from any height, especially from trucks or transport equipment. If any of these situations occur, immediately examine the DuraLife TM cable for damage. Recommended Reel Rolling Method It is a natural instinct to roll cable reels. However, Radix recommends only doing so for short distances over firm, level and dry surfaces. Roll reels in direction the cable is wound (see below) to keep the cable winding tight. Rolling in the wrong direction loosens the winding and may damage the cable or make it more difficult to deploy. Secure end of cable with tape or thread through flange hole and knot before rolling. Always roll reels at a slow speed to maintain control and prevent collisions with equipment, other reels or personnel. Recommended Lifting Methods Crane or boom-type equipment - Insert a suitably strong, properly secured shaft through the reel arbor hole and lift with slings. - Use a spreader or other device to minimize sling pressure against the reel flange. Forklift - Place fork tines so that lifting pressure is on both reel flanges, not the cable. Secure Loose Cable End with Tape Prior to Rolling Flange Hole Arbor Hole 5
PRE-INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Radix DuraLife TM FPL fire rated power cables must be installed in accordance with ALL requirements of the UL 2196 Electrical Circuit Protective System Listing, plus national and local codes. UL Electrical Circuit Integrity Systems (FHIT) Prior to installation, Radix highly recommends you visit www.ul.com and reference the Fire-Resistive and Circuit Integrity Cables section for the latest information and updates on UL Electrical Circuit Integrity Systems (FHIT). Checklist Check cable for presence of moisture or evidence of damage that may have occurred in storage. Take precautions if system routing comes in close proximity to abnormally high heat sources such as pipes. Long-term exposure to high heat could cause damage to cable jacket. Examine conduit supports prior to pulling cable to assure total system integrity. Inspect cable entry and exit points for any sharp, jagged edges which could damage cable jacket in pulling process. Authorities Having Jurisdiction should be consulted before installation. Radix recommends you follow the installation guidelines documented in the new NEC 2014 Article 728, Fire-Resistive Cable Systems. Article 728 covers the installation of fire-resistive cables, fire-resistive conductors and other system components used for survivability of critical circuits to ensure continued operation during a specified time under fire conditions as required in this Code. Wheatland EMT Tubing Installation Wheatland EMT support brackets must be installed no further apart than 72 in vertical orientation and 48 in horizontal orientation. These maximum support dimensions apply to all EMT tubing sizes. For complete overview of Wheatland EMT tubing installation, reference 2014 NEC Article 358 which covers Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT) and all applicable Articles of the Code, as well as any listing, labeling or manufacturer s instructions. WEIGHT/1000 FT CABLE SIZE (LBS) 16 AWG Solid 2-Conductor 55.41 14 AWG 7-Strand Conductor 73.28 14 AWG Solid 2-Conductor 59.01 For installation of all other UL 2196 certified system components, consult each manufacturer s installation instructions. See page 2 for list of manufacturers. 6
INSTALLATION Cable Pulling Use Polywater J lubricant prior to pulling cables. Use a pulling rope which can handle the maximum allowable pulling tension on each cable pull without causing damage to the equipment or cables. Refer to the pulling equipment/rope manufacturer s specifications for capacity limitation. Bend Radius DuraLife TM FPL is designed to be highly flexible for easier installation. No special equipment is required to bend or straighten this cable. Maximum Recommended Bend Radius: 2X Cable Diameter Maximum Allowable Pulling Tension TENSION CABLE SIZE (LBS) Solid 16 AWG & 14 AWG 15 7-Strand 14 AWG 15 Cable Preparation for Splicing DuraLife requires no special tooling or procedures for jacket/insulation stripping. Take care when stripping jacket not to damage cable insulation. Follow all NEC splicing and termination standard practices for this category of cable. Do not exceed Radix s recommended pulling tension for DuraLife TM FPL as this may damage the jacket, insulation or conductor which can lead to failure in a fire event. Conduit fill should not exceed allowable limits. See page 3 for Fill Ratings. Install Procedure for NEMA Splice Enclosures/Pull Boxes See pages 9-12 for step-by-step instructions. DuraLife FPL cables of different gauge sizes can be installed together in a single conduit up to the maximum allowed by the 14 AWG cable. (see chart on page 3) No other cables or wires can be installed in the same conduit with DuraLife FPL cables. 7
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW Vertical Installation Maximum of 28 Feet Between Terminating Points Wheatland EMT support brackets must be installed no further apart than 72 inches in vertical runs Horizontal Installation No length limit between Terminating Points Wheatland EMT support brackets must be installed no further apart than 48 inches in horizontal runs See Page 13 for Representative Pull-Box Installation Photo No other cables or wires can be installed in the same conduit with DuraLife FPL cables. See Page 2 for UL 2196 Approved System Components See Page 2 for UL 2196 EMT Fill list and DuraLife Certifications Authorities Having Jurisdiction should be consulted before construction in all cases as to the particular requirements covering the installation and use of UL Certified products, equipment, system, devices, and materials. 8
SPLICE PROCEDURE FOR FIRE ALARM CABLES Cooper B-Line NEMA 1 Splice Enclosure/Pull Box Required Materials: Cooper B-Line NEMA 1 Box (i.e., Cooper B-Line 884 SC Series) Steel ¼ -20 X ½ Hex Head Cap Screws Steel ¼ Screw Size Washers Rubber -010 Size O-Rings (i.e., McMaster Carr Product No.9452K18) Ceramic 1 Length, ¾ OD, ¼ -20 Female Thread Standoffs (i.e., McMaster Carr Product No.94335A151) Steel ¼ -20 X 1¼ Fully Threaded Studs Copper Set Screw Lug Offset Tongue Terminal (i.e., McMaster Carr Product No. 6923K32) Steel ¼ -20 Hex Nuts 17/64 Drill Bit (not shown) DuraLife TM FPL cable must be installed in Wheatland EMT tubing to comply with UL 2196. DuraLife cables are not approved for use in rigid conduit systems. Conduit fill should not exceed allowable limits. See page 3 for Fill Ratings. Alternative Components: Longer Ceramic Standoff (i.e., McMaster Carr Product No. 94335A152) Straight Tongue (Non-Offset) Copper Terminal (i.e., McMaster Carr Product No. 6923K62) 9
SPLICE PROCEDURE FOR FIRE ALARM CABLES 1. Drill two holes into the back of the NEMA 1 box spaced at least 1¼ apart to mount ceramic standoffs. 3. Apply O-rings to screws inside NEMA box. Spaced at Least 1 1/4 Apart 4. Install ceramic standoffs to screws until O-rings are slightly compressed. 2. Insert ¼ hex cap screws with washers from back of NEMA 1 box. Washer/ Hex Nut 10
SPLICE PROCEDURE FOR FIRE ALARM CABLES 5. Insert threaded studs into ceramic standoffs. 7. Affix hex nuts to studs until O-rings are slightly compressed. 6. Apply O-rings to studs. 8. Strip leads for termination. O-Ring 11
SPLICE PROCEDURE FOR FIRE ALARM CABLES 9. Bend stripped end 180 to provide more secure terminal attachment. 11. Place terminals onto studs. 12. Install washers onto studs. 10. Securely attach terminals to stripped ends. 13. Fasten hex nuts onto stud and, while holding ceramic insert to immobilize assembly, tighten hex nut. This installation segment is now completed 12
REPRESENTATIVE PULL BOX INSTALLATION. TESTING UL 2196 should be referenced as the test standard used to evaluate fire-resistive performance of electrical cables. UL 2196 is one of the testing standard for FHIT Certified assemblies. All manufacturers installation instructions should include any design elements beyond the minimum NEC requirements used to pass the performance testing. REPRESENTATIVE SPLICE INSTALLATION. If you have any questions about the installation of this system, please contact: Radix Wire 26000 Lakeland Blvd. Euclid, OH 44132 Toll-Free: 877.722.5444 Local: 216.731.9191 www.radix-wire.com Email: info@radix-wire.com 13