Impulsando el éxito de los centros de datos

Características materiales de los compuestos de Alphagary

By combining physical protection, thermal stability and design optimization, cable jacketing materials like MEGOLON, the

GW series, and SMOKEGUARD are critical cable components, helping to promote the efficiency, safety and reliability of modern data centers.

HEAT RESISTANCE. Heat-resistant materials help ensure stable signal transmission, and these compounds offer heat resistance that help avoid degraded signals and compromised data integrity.

COOLING RESISTANCE. Data centers create a lot of heat due to densely packed equipment and high-data processing loads, necessitating the use of advanced cooling solutions including liquids. Cable materials need to be resistant to coolants and refrigerants to perform reliability in high-heat conditions, and certain grades have been tested in available liquid solutions to ensure performance.

GLOBAL FLAME PERFORMANCE.   Jacketing compounds such as MEGOLON, the GW series, and SMOKEGUARD are formulated to reduce the risk of fire propagation along cable pathways, especially where densely packed cable trays or conduits can exacerbate fire risks. Formulated properties minimize combustion by resisting ignition and reducing fuel levels, minimizing smoke production, and minimizing toxic gas emissions during a fire.  Whether designing cables to pass fire testing in the EU, the US, or other parts of the world, choosing the right material is a critical consideration because of the direct impact on safety.

Please note:  since testing is conducted on the cable, not the compound, material selection is dependent on the entire cable design. 

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MEGOLON – halogen-free compounds

• CPR performance rankings — from B2 to E

• NEC / NFPA 70 flame tests requirements up to UL 1666 riser

• Recognized by UL under category AATJ2

• LOI values from 28 to 52 percent

• Temp rating from 75 to 125C

• Enhanced processability with minimal die drool

GW series – riser-rated specialty vinyl compounds

• NEC / NFPA 70flame test requirements up to UL 1666 riser

• CMR, CL2R, CL3R, FPLR and OFNR — copper and fiber optic

• UL recognized under category QMTT2​

• LOI values from 25 to 50 percent

• Temp ratings from 60 to 105C

• Features such as oil resistance I and II available

SMOKEGUARD – plenum-rated specialty vinyl and specialty olefin compounds

• NFPA 262 plenum test requirements

• CMP, CL2P, CL3P, FPLP and OFNP — copper and fiber optic

• UL recognized under category QMTM2 as plenum cable compound component​

• LOI values from 46 to 66 percent

• Temp ratings from 75 to 105C

• Specialty vinyl for jacket and insulation; specialty olefin for buffer and filler

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FAST PROCESSING SPEEDS with NO DIE DROOL.   MEGOLON halogen-free compounds support high line speeds while maintaining performance integrity, helping manufacturers improve production efficiency, cost effectiveness and demand fulfillment. This rapid processability supports modern data center and 5G telecommunication applications which require large volumes of high-quality cables.

SHRINKAGE CONTROL. Excessive shrinkage in tight buffer materials can stress the optical fiber, degrading signal quality. By providing shrinkage control, our materials maintain cable performance and reduce the risk of deformation.

HIGH FLEXURAL MODULUS and LOW FRICTION.   For ease of installation, especially where jetting systems are used, materials are formulated with high flexural modulus and low friction.