{"id":108194,"date":"2026-04-16T13:57:06","date_gmt":"2026-04-16T11:57:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/?p=108194"},"modified":"2026-04-16T13:57:06","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T11:57:06","slug":"metal-cable-saddles-fire-safety-bs7671","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/about-walraven\/news\/metal-cable-saddles-fire-safety-bs7671\/","title":{"rendered":"Why use Britclips cable clips with metal saddles instead of plastic?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Cable clips with metal cable saddles are often used in UK electrical installations now because they offer significantly better fire safety performance and durability than plastic alternatives. In the event of a fire, plastic fixings can melt or fail rapidly, allowing cables to fall. Collapsed cables pose a serious risk as they can obstruct escape routes and hinder firefighters, increasing danger during evacuation and rescue.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Metal fixings mandatory in escape routes<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-108198\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/04\/escape-route--300x300.jpg\" alt=\"metal cable saddles\" width=\"190\" height=\"190\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/04\/escape-route--300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/04\/escape-route--150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/04\/escape-route--60x60.jpg 60w, https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/04\/escape-route--400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/04\/escape-route--304x305.jpg 304w, https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/04\/escape-route--379x381.jpg 379w, https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/04\/escape-route-.jpg 735w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 190px) 100vw, 190px\" \/>To address this risk, the UK Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) introduced specific requirements aimed at preventing premature cable collapse. Regulation 521.10.202 of the 18th Edition states that wiring systems above escape routes must be supported so they are not liable to collapse in a fire. Clips with metal saddles are capable of maintaining support at much higher temperatures, helping installations remain safer for longer during a fire. Read our article on the 18<sup>th<\/sup>\u00a0Edition here.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"x_MsoNormal\">Metal saddles offer enhanced durability<\/h2>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-108200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/04\/saddle-clamp-heat-300x244.jpg\" alt=\"metal cable saddles\" width=\"257\" height=\"209\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/04\/saddle-clamp-heat-300x244.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/04\/saddle-clamp-heat-768x626.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/04\/saddle-clamp-heat-374x305.jpg 374w, https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/04\/saddle-clamp-heat-467x381.jpg 467w, https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/04\/saddle-clamp-heat.jpg 854w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 257px) 100vw, 257px\" \/>Beyond fire conditions, metal saddles also provide far greater long-term strength and durability than plastic alternatives. They are more resistant to impact, vibration, and environmental effects such as heat, ageing, or UV exposure. Plastic saddles can become brittle or deform over time, especially in lofts, garages, plant rooms, or commercial settings where temperatures and mechanical stress are higher. Metal fixings maintain consistent support, ensuring that cables remain properly secured throughout the life of the installation.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\">While clips with plastic saddles are still suitable in low-risk situations, metal saddles are now often used as the default choice to meet both fire safety expectations and durability requirements.<\/p>\n<h2>Walraven Britclips with metal saddles<\/h2>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\" data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-108203 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/04\/reverse-saddles--300x154.jpg\" alt=\"metal cable saddles\" width=\"300\" height=\"154\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/04\/reverse-saddles--300x154.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/04\/reverse-saddles--480x246.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/04\/reverse-saddles-.jpg 574w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Walraven\u2019s full range of Britclips\u00ae Electrical Fixings are made of spring steel CS70 and are suitable for use in entry and exit routes as long as they are installed in accordance with the <strong>18th edition<\/strong> guidelines.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\">For our popular clips traditionally fitted with plastic saddles, we also have alternatives available with metal saddles. These include:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\" data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/products\/walraven-britclips-beam-clip-saddle-combination-metal\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-108214 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/04\/t-bar-300x208.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"278\" height=\"193\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/04\/t-bar-300x208.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/04\/t-bar-1024x711.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/04\/t-bar-768x533.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/04\/t-bar-439x305.jpg 439w, https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/04\/t-bar-549x381.jpg 549w, https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/04\/t-bar.jpg 1030w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 278px) 100vw, 278px\" \/>Britclips Beam Clip \/ Saddle Combination (Metal)<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/products\/walraven-britclips-beam-clip-reversed-saddle-combination-metal\/\">Britclips Beam Clip \/ Reverse Saddle Combination (Metal)<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/products\/walraven-britclips-master-clamp-cable-tie-metal\/\">Master Clamp<\/a> \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/products\/walraven-cable-tie-metal\/\">Cable Tie (Metal saddle)<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/products\/walraven-britclips-t-bar-angle-bracket-cable-tie-metal\/\">T Bar Angle Bracket Cable Tie (Metal Saddle)<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">So if you\u2019re looking to replace your Britclips with plastic saddles to Britclips with metal saddles, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.walraven.com\/en\/contact\/ask-a-question\/\">contact our team<\/a> today!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cable clips with metal cable saddles are often used in UK electrical installations now because they offer significantly better fire safety performance and durability than plastic alternatives. In the event of a fire, plastic fixings can melt or fail rapidly, allowing cables to fall. 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