Protectowire Heat Detection Cable – Add-On for Electrical Fire Suppression Systems
The Protectowire Heat Detection Cable is a reliable, automatic activation upgrade for FIA-approved electrical fire suppression systems. Designed to trigger your system when a specified temperature is reached, Protectowire adds an extra layer of safety by providing thermal and automatic activation. Versatile and proven, it can be installed in vehicle cockpits, engine bays, or mounted in facility ceilings such as engine test rooms and laboratories.
Automatic Thermal Activation for Fire Suppression
With a temperature-sensitive fusible wire design, Protectowire delivers dependable over-temperature detection across a wide area. When mounted correctly, it offers consistent and accurate fire-triggering protection without the risk of false alarms. Available in multiple temperature ratings, this heat detection cable can be tailored to the specific environment of your race car, workshop, or testing facility.
Key Features & Benefits
- Adds automatic thermal activation to FIA electric fire suppression systems.
- Versatile applications: vehicles, engine bays, test cells, labs, and enclosed areas.
- Available in two temperature ratings to match your needs:
- 155°F / 68°C – ideal for cooler climates, indoor use, or cockpit installation.
- 356°F / 180°C – recommended for engine bays or high-heat applications.
- Reliable fusible wire design provides area-wide or spot over-temperature detection.
- Lightweight, simple to install, and trusted across motorsport and industrial applications.
Installation Recommendations
Attach Protectowire to the roof or ceiling area by secure methods that do not penetrate or damage the wire. Avoid outdoor installations unless shielding is used to protect against radiated sunlight or reflected heat. Use temperature strips to determine the correct heat rating before installation. Do not mount the cable near heaters, exhausts, or other direct heat sources that may cause false triggers. All bends should be made by hand with smooth, rounded turns—never with pliers. The Protectowire should never be painted.
Lifeline Protectowire Heat Detection Cable FAQs
What does the Protectowire Heat Detection Cable do?
The Protectowire adds thermal and automatic activation capability to FIA-approved electrical fire suppression systems. It triggers your system when the set temperature rating is reached.
What temperature options are available?
The Protectowire is available in two ratings: 155°F (68°C), suitable for cooler climates and cockpit use, and 356°F (180°C), ideal for engine bays and high-heat applications.
Where can Protectowire be installed?
It can be mounted in vehicle cockpits, engine bays, or facility ceilings such as labs and test rooms. Outdoor installations are not recommended unless properly shielded from sunlight and radiated heat.
How should Protectowire be installed?
Protectowire should be mounted securely without penetrating the cable. Avoid placing it near direct heat sources like exhausts or heaters. Bends should be made by hand with rounded turns, never with pliers. The cable should not be painted.
Is Protectowire reliable for motorsport applications?
Yes. Protectowire is a trusted, fusible wire detector widely used in motorsport and industrial fire safety. It provides consistent, automatic activation for FIA electric suppression systems.
