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SHF 1 Vs SHF 2

The primary difference between SHF1 and SHF2 cables is the type of material used, with SHF1 being thermoplastic and SHF2 being thermoset. SHF2 cables generally offer superior flexibility, oil resistance, mechanical stress resistance, and ozone resistance compared to SHF1 cables. These differences lead to varied applications and performance characteristics for each cable type.

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SHF 1 Vs SHF 2

The primary difference between SHF1 and SHF2 cables is the type of material used, with SHF1 being thermoplastic and SHF2 being thermoset. SHF2 cables generally offer superior flexibility, oil resistance, mechanical stress resistance, and ozone resistance compared to SHF1 cables. These differences lead to varied applications and performance characteristics for each cable type.

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What is the difference between SHF1 cable and SHF2 cable ?

If you look at the classifications, there’s only really one primary difference, which is the type of material
(thermoplastic for SHF1 and thermoset for SHF2).

The other two parts of the classifications are the same for both designations.

That one difference in the designation allows for even more differences both in terms of characteristics and
applications.

SHF1 cables and SHF2 cables have very different properties in response to certain outer materials.

As a result, their applications are pretty different too.


Flexibility
Generally, speaking SHF1 cables are less flexible in comparison with SHF2 cables.
The individual flexibility may vary even within the same category of cables, for example, two cables with
SHF1 sheathing.
However, when comparing thermoplastics with thermosets, the latter are more flexible and may offer a
higher bending radius.

Oil Resistance

This is a major difference between SHF1 and SHF2 cables as SHF2 cables are far superior when it comes to oil
resistance.
Mineral oils, when in contact with the sheath of a cable, can trigger chemical reactions, which ultimately
damage the cable. Oil resistance varies greatly by individual materials.
For instance, EPR, which is a thermosetting material mainly used for insulation, doesn’t offer very good oil
resistance.
So it comes down to individual materials essentially, but generally, thermosets are far better.
For this reason, there isn’t an oil resistance test requirement for SHF1 sheath material.

Mechanical Stress
When it comes to mechanical stress, abrasion resistance, tear resistance, and wear resistance, SHF2 is better
than SHF1.
Thermoset materials are by default sturdier than thermoplastics, which is why SHF2 cables are more durable.
SHF2 sheath has to pass a hot set test to meet the mechanical stress requirements.

Heat Resistance

Both SHF1 and SHF2 cables have wider thermal ranges that allow them to function properly at sub-zero and
high temperatures. The maximum operating temperature may vary by the individual material, but not by a
lot.
This property is more specific to applications and the conditions that come with them.

Ozone Resistance

SHF2 cables are also tested for ozone resistance.


These cables are used in environments that may expose them to ozone degradation.
So they have to pass a test to ensure the sheath material (SHF2 designation) can offer ample protection from
ozone.
On the other hand, SHF1 materials don’t have ozone degradation test requirements.
SHF1 versus SHF2
The table below addresses only some main characteristics differences. For complete information see
IEC60092-360

SHF1 SHF2
Type of material Halogen-free Halogen-free
Thermoplastic Elastomeric or
thermosetting material

Some main characteristics


Mechanical characteristics after No requirements 100 °C for 24 hours:
immersion in hot oil � ±40% maximum
(IEC 60811-2-1, clause 10)* variation in tensile
* If oil resistance is required for a strength:
halogen-free compound, SHF 2 � ±40% maximum
compound is recommended. variation in
elongation at
break
Hot set test No requirements 200 °C, 15 min time
(IEC 60811-2-1, clause 9) under load with 20
(N/mm�) mechanical
stress:
� 175% Maximum
elongation under
load
� 25% Maximum
permanent
elongation after
cooling
Pressure test at high temperature 80 °C, 4-6 min under load No requirements
IEC 60811-3-1, subclause 8.2) depending on cable
diameter:
� 50% Maximum
permissible
deformation
Heat shock test 150 °C) 1h duration: No requirements
(IEC 60811-3-1, subclause 9.2)

Ozone resistance test No requirements 25 ± 2°C for 24 h:


IEC 60811-2-1, clause 8 � Max 0,025 to
(Alternative test method may be 0,030 % ozone
used in some countries for legal concentration (in
reasons) volume)

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