Flame-retardant cables are primarily about limiting fire spread, often through materials that self-extinguish. They do not guarantee operation during a fire.

Fire-resistant cables aim to survive fire conditions while maintaining electrical circuit function, for a defined period.

Within the fire-resistant category:

• • Polymeric options provide some protection but may fail under true fire conditions and create toxic smoke.
  • MICC cables stand out as true fire-survival cables—robust, durable, non-combustible, and trusted globally for critical safety systems.