scope:

This standard applies to fire protective coatings and wraps intended to be applied over grouped cables for the purposes of reducing ignition of the grouped cables from external fire sources and limiting spread of flame along the grouped cables. It is intended to evaluate coatings and wraps in direct contact with cable and does not apply to wraps covering partially filled cable trays.

This standard is intended to evaluate only those hazards investigated, and is not intended to determine suitability for the end use of a product.

The results of tests conducted under the controlled conditions required by this standard shall not be used to describe or appraise performance under actual fire conditions. Actual fire conditions vary widely.

i. Coatings or wraps are not to adversely effect the cable insulation or jacketing.

ii. The standard is not intended to, nor does it evaluate the derating of cables due to coating or wrapping.

Purpose

This standard states certification requirements for fire protective coatings and wraps for grouped cables.

Testing and certification criteria may include, but are not limited to, performance requirements, marking requirements, examination of manufacturing facility(ies), audit of quality assurance procedures, and a surveillance program.