Reducing the Environmental Impact
of Products and Services
Electric wire and cable business
To reduce the environmental impact of our products, we develop products with attention to safety, flame-resistance and low-fuming, as well as environmental compatibility such as recyclability. In the electric wire and cable business, we observe the following guidelines.
| Safety | Containing no halogens such as chlorine, the materials in our products emit no dioxins or toxic gases when burned. |
|---|---|
| Fire-resistant and low-fuming | These materials are not only fire-resistant, but also emit little smoke when burned, ensuring safety in the case of fire. |
| Recyclable | These products can be recycled through material recycling or thermal recycling. |
| Chemical-resistant | The use of polyethylene-based insulators provides outstanding chemical-resistant properties. |
Examples of products and services
Eco-friendly electric wire and cable
- かるまげ™ (Karu Mage) (KM-CC) 600V fire-resistant flexible crosslinked polyethylene eco-friendly cable
-
Eco-friendly electric wires and cables use highly-recyclable coatings and sheathings containing no halogen, lead, or other heavy metals while boasting the same level of fire resistance as conventional vinyl chloride-coated products.
These eco-friendly electric wires and cables have the properties of being halogen-free and with a smoke density of 150 or less. They include no substances under RoHS (10 substances).- かるまげ “Karu Mage” is a trademark of TATSUTA Electric Wire & Cable Co., Ltd., registered in Japan.
Electric wires and cables that contribute to reducing environmental impact
- High-strength Ethernet cable with outstanding flex-durability
-
Cables using conductors made from our unique high-strength copper alloy have a longer life and reduce total costs, as well as reduce environmental impact by saving materials, contributing also to the SDGs.
Electronic materials business
In the electronic materials business, we develop products with attention to environmental compatibility from the design stage, including compliance with standards such as halogen-free, Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances (RoHS), UL, etc.
| Halogen-free | Containing no halogens such as chlorine, the materials in our products emit no dioxins or toxic gases when burned. |
|---|---|
| RoHS-compliant | Containing no lead, cadmium, mercury, hexavalent chromium, the designated bromine-based flame retardants polybrominated biphenyls (PBB) and polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE), or four phthalates, which are designated hazardous substances that have a negative impact on the environment and human body. Our products are also compatible with reflow processing using lead-free solder. |
| Meeting UL standards | UL94 is a United States flammability testing standard. VTM-0 tests the vertical flammability of thin plastics, and V-0 tests vertical flammability. TATSUTA has developed products that have attained UL94 flammability class VTM-0, to provide products featuring outstanding safety and flame-resistance. |
Examples of products and services
- Highly heat-resistant shielding film for automobile applications 〈WILMINA™ SF-HR8600-C〉
-
This shielding film is suitable for automotive sensor applications requiring high performance in high frequency ranges and high heat resistance. For automotive applications, durability at high temperatures (2,000 hours at 125℃) is especially important. Now manufacturers are considering in earnest adopting the film in electric vehicles with lower environmental impact, which incorporate many sensors. It has attained UL94 flammability class VTM-0. It is also halogen-free and complies with RoHS.
- “WILMINA” is a trademark of TATSUTA Electric Wire & Cable Co., Ltd., registered in Japan and other countries.
- Thin copper foil shielding film for high-frequency range applications 〈WILMINA™ SF-HF3900R2-C〉
-
This product is a thin copper foil shielding film using rolled copper foil with high shielding characteristics, suitable for high-frequency range applications. With a thinner film than the conventional WILMINA™ SF-PC™ 3300-C, it is an environmentally friendly product made from less materials. the use of a low-moisture-absorbing material shortens the baking time before mounting components. It has attained UL94 flammability class VTM-0. It is also halogen-free and complies with RoHS.
- Via filling paste (metalizing type)〈MPA500〉
-
MP series and copper foil bond The via filling paste is used as an interlayer connection material for printed circuit boards. It is usable in dry processes and cures at temperatures as low as 180℃ or below. Having a connection reliability equivalent or superior to solder, it is now drawing attention also as an alternative to solder. One of our users commented that it has reduced CO2 emissions in the printed circuit board manufacturing process by 40% compared to the conventional plating process.
Other businesses
The TATSUTA Group contributes to environmental conservation at customers’ sites and workplaces drawing on its product lineup based on its unique technologies as well as the wealth of its experience.
Examples of products and services
- Liquid leakage detection sensor 〈AD-BFL〉
-
This liquid leakage detection sensor has high fire resistance and high chemical fluid resistance. Combined with a leakage position detector, it can detect the position of leakage and contribute to environmental conservation by protecting assets at data centers and chemical plants and enabling effective use of water resources through early restoration. Also, after detecting a leak, the system can be restored by simply wiping the liquid off, which also saves resources. It also complies with RoHS.
- Tatsuta Environmental Analysis Center’s environmental analysis business
-
TATSUTA Electric Wire & Cable established its environmental analysis business in response to the emergence of pollution problems in the 1970s. Tatsuta Environmental Analysis Center engages in the environmental analysis business with the vision of an “Ecological & Socially Positive Company.” It represents a corporate approach of contributing to the improvement of the global environment and work environments through business activities. It contributes to solving various environmental problems not only through measurements and analyses of air and water quality, but also through environmental assessments and soil contamination investigations.
- For inquiries about ESG