BS 5467 3 Core 2.5mm² SWA Cable – XLPE/PVC Steel Wire Armoured 0.6/1kV – Per Metre

BS 5467 3 Core 2.5mm² SWA Cable – BASEC Approved | 0.6/1kV | Sold Per Metre

A heavy-duty steel wire armoured (SWA) power cable designed for fixed wiring installations requiring robust mechanical protection. Sold per metre — simply enter the quantity required at checkout. Suitable for underground direct burial, outdoor and indoor installations, power distribution networks, and cable ducting. BASEC approved and UV resistant for long-term reliability in demanding environments.

Key Specifications

• Cable Standard: BS 5467
• Number of Cores: 3 (Brown, Black, Grey)
• Cross-Sectional Area: 2.5 mm²
• Conductor: Class 2 stranded copper (IEC/EN 60228)
• Insulation: XLPE (Cross-Linked Polyethylene), 0.7 mm nominal thickness
• Bedding: PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride)
• Armour: SWA (Steel Wire Armour)
• Outer Sheath: PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride), Black
• Overall Diameter: 14.1 mm
• Nominal Weight: 398 kg/km
• Compatible Cable Gland (Brass): 20S

Electrical Performance

• Voltage Rating: 0.6/1kV (600/1000V)
• Current Carrying Capacity (90°C conductor temperature):
  • Clipped Direct (wall/surface): 32A
  • Free Air / Perforated Cable Tray: 35A
  • Direct Buried in Ground: 33A
  • Underground Ducting: 28A
• Voltage Drop: 18 mV/A/m
• Min. Bending Radius: 6 × overall diameter

Temperature Rating

• Fixed Installation: −25°C to +90°C

Compliance & Certifications

• BASEC Approved (British Approvals Service for Cables)
• UV Resistant
• CPR Compliant – EN 50575
• Flame Retardant: IEC/EN 60332-1-2
• Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU
• RoHS Directive 2015/65/EU
• REACH Directive EC 1907/2006
• Standards: BS 5467, IEC/EN 60502-1, IEC/EN 60228