Overview
Used in power networks, indoor, outdoor, underground and in cable ducting. For installation where fire, smoke emissions and toxic fumes create a potential threat to life and equipment.
Standards
- BS6724
- Acid gas emission to BS EN 50267 (IEC 60754-1)
- Smoke emission to BS EN 50268 (IEC 61034)
- Flame propagation: IEC 60332-1, IEC60332-3, BS EN 50265, Category C; BS EN 50266
Construction
- Conductor: Plain Annealed Stranded Copper Conductors
- Insulation: Cross Linked Polyethylene (XLPE)
- Bedding: Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH)
- Armouring: Galvanised Steel Wire Armour
- Sheath: Low Smoke Zero Halogen (LSZH)
- Sheath Colour: Black
Characteristics
- Voltage Rating: 600/1000 Volts
- Temperature limits: -25°C to +90°C
- Minimum Bending Radius: As Per Manufacturers Datasheet
Should not be installed at temperatures below 0°C or above +40°C
Core IDs
- 2 core: Brown, Blue
- 3 core: Brown, Black, Grey
- 3 core (up to 35mm2): Brown, Blue, Green/Yellow
- 4 core: Brown, Black, Grey, Blue
- 5 core and above (up to 6mm2): White with Black numbers
- 2, 3, 4 or 5 core (1.5mm2 & 2.5mm2): White
- Also available as: Brown, Black, Grey, Blue, Green/Yellow
Please note: If you require advice on which cable to use or how and where to install it, it is recommended that you consult a relevant qualified tradesperson. The Superlec Direct team are not qualified electricians.
