2.5mm x 5 Core SWA Cable Per Metre – Hard-wearing electrical cable that you can use for a variety of three phase applications. The cable has a galvanised steel wire armour below the outer sheath, which allows you to install this cable in dangerous environments as it’s protected from damage and corrosion. You can also attach this cable to the outside of buildings as the sheath is UV-resistant.
A few of the different uses for this cable include:
- Auxiliary Power Networks
- Two-way switching circuits
- Three Phase and earth circuits
- Three phase motors
Specifications for 2.5mm x 5 Core SWA Cable Per Metre
- Overall Diameter: 16.1mm
- Current rating : 31 Amp (Clipped Direct)
- Conductors: Stranded copper
- Insulation: XLPE
- Core identification: Brown, Blue, Black, Grey, Green/Yellow
- Bedding: PVC
- Armour/Protection: SWA (Steel Wire Armour)
- Sheath/Jacket: PVC
- Colour: Black
- Voltage: 600/1000v
- Operating temperature: Maximum 90°C, minimum bending 0°C
- Standard: BS5467: Electric cables.
- Designed for use in mains supply electricity
Further Information
Our in-house electrician Stuart recommends using this cable for outdoor garden lighting installations. As the cable is armoured, it is also protected from damage whilst being buried for added peace of mind.
Remember to use CC7 Cable Cleats to attach the cable to any building or structure and outdoor CW20S glands to terminate the stripped ends into the required equipment. This also provides a clean and tidy installation as well as protecting the cable from any knocks or scrapes. Remember that indoor BW20S brass cable glands are also available for this cable size.
For more information on how to install armoured cable easily and safely, check out this ‘How To’ video on installing Steel Wire Armoured Cable. This is for reference during the cable installation.
