The Belcom FireFighter 430 Series 4302P2254-01 is a 2 pair, 22AWG low capacitance RS485 / TIA-485 control cable built for interference-free, high-speed data transmission in demanding installations. It combines an overall aluminium/polyester foil screen with a tinned copper braid (65% coverage) and a stranded tinned copper drain wire for a high level of noise protection.
The black LSZH FireFighter SHF-1 outer jacket delivers low smoke, zero halogen performance with Euroclass Dca,s1,d2,a1 classification, making it a sound choice where fire behaviour matters. It suits Modbus, BACnet MS/TP, HART and CanOpen networks, with a 600 V rating, a -20°C to +90°C temperature range and UV resistance to ISO 4892-2/A.
36.1 pF/m
Capacitance (cond./cond.)
78%
Velocity of propagation
Fire and installation compliance: Cable selection and fire performance must meet the project specification and BS 7671 requirements. Confirm the required cable class for the building before installing.
Please note: The Euroclass rating includes d2, which places no limit on flaming droplets. All values are nominal; the overall diameter is quoted at ±10% and values should be treated as a guide.
Pair colour code: Pair 1 is white/blue paired with blue/white. Pair 2 is white/orange paired with orange/white.
Key Features
Double screening
Aluminium/polyester foil plus 65% tinned copper braid with a drain wire for enhanced noise protection in harsh environments.
Low capacitance
36.1 pF/m conductor-to-conductor supports reliable high-speed RS485 data transmission.
LSZH jacket
FireFighter SHF-1 Low Smoke Zero Halogen compound, halogen free to IEC 60754 and low smoke to IEC 61034.
Flame and fire retardant
Flame retardant to IEC 60332-1 and fire retardant to IEC 60332-3-24.
Stranded tinned copper
22AWG stranded tinned copper conductors with polyethylene (PE) insulation for flexibility and corrosion resistance.
Protocol ready
Suited to Modbus, BACnet MS/TP, HART and CanOpen automation systems.
Technical Specification
General
Series
FireFighter 430 Series
Application
RS485 / TIA-485 control and data cable
Construction
Conductor
Stranded tinned copper wire (22AWG)
Insulation
Polyethylene (PE)
Overall shield
Aluminium/polyester tape
Drain wire
Stranded tinned copper wire
Overall braid shield
Tinned copper wire braid, 65% coverage
Outer jacket
LSZH FireFighter SHF-1
Nominal overall diameter
8.25 mm ± 10%
Electrical
Nominal capacitance (cond./cond.)
36.1 pF/m
Nominal capacitance (cond./cond./screen)
65.6 pF/m
Nominal conductor DC resistance
48.2 Ω/km
Nominal shield DC resistance
4.6 Ω/km
Nominal velocity of propagation
78%
Environmental and Fire Behaviour
Temperature range
-20°C up to +90°C
UV resistance
ISO 4892-2/A
Flame retardant
IEC 60332-1
Fire retardant
IEC 60332-3-24
Frequently Asked Questions
Which protocols is this cable suitable for?
The manufacturer lists RS485 applications including Modbus, BACnet MS/TP, HART and CanOpen automation systems.
What is the cable impedance and capacitance?
Nominal impedance is 120 Ω. Capacitance is 36.1 pF/m conductor-to-conductor and 65.6 pF/m conductor-to-conductor-and-screen.
Is it halogen free and low smoke?
Yes. The LSZH FireFighter SHF-1 jacket is halogen free to IEC 60754 with smoke emission tested to IEC 61034, and carries a Euroclass of Dca,s1,d2,a1.
What temperature range can it handle?
The rated temperature range is -20°C up to +90°C, and the jacket is UV resistant to ISO 4892-2/A.
How is the cable screened?
Each cable has an overall aluminium/polyester tape screen, a tinned copper braid with 65% coverage and a stranded tinned copper drain wire.
What are the pair colours?
Pair 1 is white/blue paired with blue/white, and pair 2 is white/orange paired with orange/white.