LSOH/LSZH cables are a highly environmentally friendly cable made from low smoke halogen-free materials. These cables not only generate less smoke and toxic gases during combustion but also possess good fire resistance and flame retardancy characteristics. Due to their low smoke emissions, non-corrosive gas release, and long service life, LSOH/LSZH cables are widely used in many fields. For example, in recent years, the rail transit industry has gradually promoted the use of low smoke halogen-free flame retardant cables, particularly in some renovation and new construction projects, where they have become a mandatory requirement during bidding, to ensure that in the event of a fire, the production of smoke and toxic gases is minimized to protect the safety of passengers and staff. Similarly, in the emerging new energy vehicle industry, LSOH/LSZH cables also play a significant role.
For new energy vehicles, which differ from fuel vehicles by using electricity as their driving power source, electrical safety is particularly important. In the event of a circuit short circuit or high voltage breakdown, components will stop working, leading to either vehicle breakdown or leakage of electricity in mild cases, and spontaneous combustion in severe cases. In the supporting industries for new energy vehicles, especially in the area of charging stations, since charging station cables are often in a state of bending or pulling, there are higher requirements for their bending resistance, wear resistance, and flame retardant properties. Hence, LSOH/LSZH cables also meet the demands for charging station wires and cables.
The rapid development of the new energy vehicle industry will provide new application areas for LSOH/LSZH cables. Under the backdrop of energy-saving and environmental protection, the new energy vehicle industry around the world is expected to continue its rapid growth. Since new energy vehicles rely on electric power, higher requirements are placed on cable diameter, weight, heat resistance, and flame retardancy. Considering that new energy vehicles will be equipped with more onboard electronic devices, the demand for wires and cables in new energy vehicles will far exceed that of traditional vehicles. Therefore, the rapid development of the new energy vehicle industry will drive the application of flame retardant power cables such as LSOH/LSZH cables in new energy vehicles, charging stations, and other related fields, further promoting the development of flame retardants.
