What is CPR

CPR

  • CPR standardizes flammability ratings for permanently installed construction products in the EU.
  • It includes: power, telecommunications, data, and control cables.
  • CPR also designates minimum cable performance levels based on different installations, location types, and each EU member national requirements.
  • Excluded: interconnect cables such as HDMI and patch cords; direct burial cables.
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Purpose of CPR

  • Improves standardization across Europe of materials used in cable construction
  • Sets higher safety levels for fire and dangerous substances
  • Provides greater clarity and traceability of the cables used in construction
  • Removes the fraudulent "knock-off" brands from the market

 


CPR Simplifies Cable Comparison

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Cables are now rated by Euroclass

  • There are 4 Classes that directly apply to low voltage cables:
    B2ca, Cca, Dca, and Eca

  • These classes refer to combustible cables in ascending order of fire growth rate and release

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CPR Sub-Classifications: Smoke, Droplets, Acidity

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SCP CPR Jacket Markings

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EuroClass-Hierarchy

CPR EuroClasses can be substituted - Higher to Lower Only

  • Highest - B2ca-s1,d1,a1
  • High - Cca-s1,d1,a1
  • Medium High - Dca-s1,d1,a1
  • Medium - Dca-s3,d2,a3
  • Low - Eca

Example: If a project requires Dca cable, you can substitute B2ca or Cca

All higher rated cables are approved for lower requirements

 
 
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Euro Class and Cable Pricing

The higher the CPR EuroClass the higher the manufactoring costs.

B2ca and Cca also require continuous auditing of the manufacturer

Your cable pricing structure should be based on Euro Class Hierarchy

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Decoding CPR Product Labeling

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SCP Product Labeling

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DOP - Declaration of Performance

  • DoP is the certificate issued by the manufacturer, referencing the notifying body's Certification of Compliance
  • Manufacturers have legal obligation to provide written Declaration of Performance (DoP) in accordance with CPR requirements.
  • All SCP DoP are posted online SCP DoP click here.
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What EuroClass cable do I need to use?

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Each Country in Europe has different CPR regulations. Please refer to your country specific requirements. The above guide is for visual representation only


Know your Country CPR Requirements

Each member state sets their own CPR requirements

If you are the one making the installation cable decisions. Please learn your country rules.

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EU CPR Member State Contacts

https://ec.europa.eu/growth/sectors/construction/product-regulation_en
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You have Liability?

Installers are legally required to use the correct CPR rated cable for each installation

 


SCP Leads the way in CPR Compliance

SCP has the largest selection of CPR compliant cables in Europe for the CEDIA and custom installation markets.
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