NEK 606 Cable

Overview

NEK 606 cables are specifically designed for the offshore and oil & gas industries, providing reliable performance in power, control, instrumentation, and signalling applications. These cables are built to endure harsh environments, ensuring safety and efficiency in critical systems.

Key Features

• Mud Resistance: Engineered to withstand hydrocarbon-laden drilling fluids, ensuring long-lasting performance in demanding offshore conditions.
• Fire Safety: BFOU cables include mica glass tapes for fire resistance, while RFOU cables are flame retardant for added safety.
• Low-Smoke, Zero-Halogen (LSZH): Reduces toxic emissions in fire scenarios, protecting personnel and equipment.
• Versatile Applications: Suitable for power supply, instrumentation, and earthing in fixed installations on offshore platforms and vessels.

NEK 606 Cable Types

Power Cables

• BFOU & RFOU Cables: Available in low voltage (0.6/1kV) and medium voltage (up to 18/30kV), these cables power critical systems, including emergency lighting and electromechanical equipment.

Instrumentation Cables

• Individually Screened (BFOU(i), RFOU(i)): Ideal for telecommunication and data transmission.
• Collectively Screened (BFOU(c), RFOU(c)): Designed for fixed installations requiring robust data integrity.

UX Earth Cables

• UX 0.6/1kV: Green/yellow cables for earthing and bonding applications, flame retardant for added safety.

Applications

• Offshore platforms and vessels
• Oil & gas drilling operations
• Marine environments
• Emergency and critical systems

What are NEK 606 Cables?

NEK 606 cables are specially designed for the demanding conditions of the marine and offshore industries. They meet strict safety and performance requirements for:

• Low- and high-voltage power systems

• Lighting and control systems

• Telecommunications equipment

• Optical fibre, HCF, and JF cable applications

The NEK 606 specification (formally NEK TS 606) goes beyond the requirements of IEC 60092-360:2014, ensuring superior fire resistance, flame retardancy, halogen-free safety, and in many cases, mud resistance.

Who sets the NEK 606 Standard?

NEK 606 is maintained by the Norwegian Electrotechnical Committee (NEK) — an independent organisation established in 1912. NEK is Norway’s national authority for electrotechnical standardisation and is an active member of both the IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) and CENELEC (European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization).

Why NEK 606 Matters

These cables are chosen for offshore platforms, ships, and other critical marine applications because they:

• Maintain performance in harsh environments

• Improve safety through strict fire and halogen-free standards

• Provide long-term reliability in oil, gas, and marine projects

BATT Cables & NEK 606

At BATT Cables, we supply a full range of NEK 606-compliant BFOU and RFOU marine cables. Our products are manufactured to meet or exceed the standard’s requirements, giving you confidence in both safety and performance.