1.5mm 5 Core SWA XLPE PVC Armoured Cable Sold Per Metre

1.5mm 5 Core SWA XLPE PVC Armoured Cable

Built for environments where protection matters. This steel wire armoured cable delivers the durability and mechanical strength needed for power distribution in demanding installations—whether buried underground, exposed to weather, or subject to impact and crushing forces that would damage standard cable.

Why Choose This Cable

The combination of XLPE insulation, steel wire armour, and PVC sheath creates a cable engineered to survive where others fail. The 90°C continuous operating temperature of XLPE means you get higher current capacity than comparable PVC-insulated alternatives, supporting heavier electrical loads with less voltage drop. The galvanised steel wire armour doesn't just provide mechanical protection—it doubles as your circuit protective conductor (CPC), eliminating the need for separate earthing and simplifying your installation.

What Makes It Different

At 1.5mm cross-section with 5 cores, this cable covers power distribution scenarios where you need flexibility in circuit design. The five-core configuration (brown, blue, black, grey, and green/yellow earth) allows you to run multiple circuits or control signals within a single cable run, reducing installation complexity and cost compared to running separate cables. The steel wire armour provides over 90% coverage around the conductors, ensuring consistent protection against external damage.

Proven Installation Applications

• Underground burial: Direct burial in free-draining soil—ideal for garden lighting, outbuildings, and property circuits without the risk of digging damage
• Industrial facilities: Manufacturing plants, warehouses, and production areas where machinery movement and forklift traffic create crushing and impact hazards
• Construction sites: Reliable power distribution where temporary installations face weather exposure, mud, vibration, and site traffic
• Outdoor infrastructure: Street lighting, external power networks, and exposed runs clipped to walls or structures
• Solar installations: Connecting renewable energy systems to grid distribution—the cable's moisture and chemical resistance handles outdoor mounting on roofs and grounds
• Renewable energy projects: Wind, solar, and other distributed generation requiring durable external cabling

Build Quality You Can Trust

Manufactured to BS 5467 and IEC 60502-1 standards, this cable meets the specifications required for modern electrical installations. The XLPE insulation resists deformation under high temperature and pressure, while the PVC bedding and sheath provide chemical, moisture, and UV resistance. The result is a cable that maintains performance integrity through decades of service—from the freeze-thaw cycles of northern winters to the thermal stress of industrial environments.

Installation Advantages

The steel armour supports higher tensile loads during installation, allowing you to pull this cable through ducts and conduit without the risk of conductor breakage. The robust construction means it tolerates minor ground movement and soil settling post-burial without compromising conductor integrity. When terminating, the armour accepts standard SWA cable glands that grip securely, creating a weathertight seal essential for outdoor and underground applications.

Cost-Effective for Long-Term Reliability

While armoured cable costs more upfront than unarmoured alternatives, the extended service life, reduced maintenance, and elimination of fault-related downtime delivers better value over 20+ years of operation. You avoid expensive emergency repairs from cable damage and the safety risks that come with compromised insulation in outdoor or high-traffic environments.

Sold per metre for flexibility—order exactly what you need for your project without waste.