In this thesis, I focused on the selection of appropriate types of electrical cables in the design of electrical installations. The study addresses low-voltage cables, used from the connection-metering cabinet to and within the building. The main emphasis was placed on the fire resistance of cables and compliance with the requirements set by applicable regulations and standards.
In the theoretical part, I presented the basic types of cables, the materials from which they are made, and the methods of their labeling. I also explained the importance of the European CPR regulation, which defines the fire reaction classes of cables, and illustrated how these requirements affect the planning and selection of cables in various building types.
In the practical part, I presented three case studies – a primary school, a commercial building, and a single-family house – showing how, depending on the characteristics of the building and its fire safety requirements, the appropriate types of cables are selected. Special attention was given to fire reaction classes (e.g., Cca, B2ca, Eca) and the possible need for fire performance (e.g., E30, E60, E90).
The aim of this thesis was to demonstrate the importance of considering not only the technical properties of cables during planning, but also the relevant safety requirements and regulations, as these directly affect the safety of building users and the building itself.
|