Pentair’s Thermal Building Solutions, the global expert in and reliable source for fire-rated applications, has launched its new Pyrotenax^® 1850Z low smoke, zero halogen mineral-insulated (MI) wiring cables. The first of its kind, this system combines outstanding mechanical strength and fire resistant qualities and is enhanced with a polymeric jacket to prevent cable corrosion. Ideally suited for critical circuit protection and other hazardous environments, architects and contractors, as well as electrical engineers can rely on this efficient product in any damp surroundings. 
Part of Pentair’s existing MI cables product line, Pyrotenax^® 1850Z takes fire safety to a new level. In the event of a fire, the thermal composition of the jacket results in low smoke levels and zero halogen production. As a result, less harmful components and fewer toxins are released into the atmosphere ̶ dramatically minimizing hazards to people and the environment. The system is suitable for a variety of applications where corrosion due to high levels of moisture is a concern such as transit tunnels, rooftops, partially-buried runs or crawlspaces.
The Pyrotenax^® 1850Z system is a UL Classified/ ULC Listed two hour fire-rated cable tested to the UL 2196/ ULC-S139 standards. This certification meets the requirements of the “Electrical Circuit Protective System” as referred to in Articles 695 and 700 of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and is compliant with smoke-release and flame propagation requirements of the NFPA 130 standard.
“Electrical engineers, contractors and infrastructure architects need high performance systems they can rely on to keep people and critical assets safe,” comments Steve Peck, Marketing Manager, USA at Pentair’s Thermal Building Solutions. “Working closely with our customers in the region, we identified an increasing demand for more environmentally friendly systems. Our new Pyrotenax^® 1850Z system offers the perfect solution that fulfills our customers’ needs, both in terms of fire safety and environmental concerns.“
For more details on Pentair’s Pyrotenax^® range of MI heating cables, visit www.pentairthermal.com.
About Pentair Technical Solutions
Pentair Technical Solutions is a global leader of systems and solutions that safeguard industrial controls, electrical components, communications hardware, electronic devices, pipes, tanks, roofs and gutters. Its premier brands Hoffman, Raychem, Schroff and Tracer provide a comprehensive range of standard, modified and custom engineered solutions for the energy, industrial, infrastructure, commercial, communications, medical, security and defense applications.
Pentair’s Thermal Building Solutions focus on keeping people and infrastructure safe from harm, enhancing building performance and bringing comfort into the home. Pentair’s industry-leading Raychem brand products are sustainable, easy to install and use, and are relied upon by building investors, owners and professionals in commercial, residential and infrastructure markets around the world. For more information, visit https://pentairthermal.com or follow @PentairTBS on Twitter.
About Pentair plc
Pentair plc (www.pentair.com) delivers industry-leading products, services and solutions for its customers’ diverse needs in water and other fluids, thermal management and equipment protection. With 2014 revenues of $7.0 billion, Pentair employs approximately 30,000 people worldwide.