10mm 5 Core SWA XLPE PVC Armoured Industrial Power Cable

Compact Power Distribution with Maximum Protection

The 10mm 5 Core SWA XLPE PVC Armoured cable delivers three-phase power distribution in a compact, durable package designed for demanding installations. With its 73 Amp rating and 600/1000V voltage specification, it covers applications from industrial power networks to renewable energy systems and infrastructure projects where reliability matters most.

Triple-Layer Defense Against Real-World Damage

This cable combines three complementary protection layers built to handle what standard unarmoured cables cannot. Copper Conductors ensure excellent conductivity and long-term stability. XLPE Insulation provides superior electrical and thermal performance, rated to 90°C continuous operation and resisting moisture, oils, chemicals, and UV exposure that degrade ordinary PVC insulation. Galvanised Steel Wire Armour wraps the cable in galvanised steel, defending against crushing, twisting, and mechanical impact during installation and throughout its operational life—protection that has no substitute when cables run underground, through construction zones, or where foot traffic and equipment movement pose constant threat.

The hard-wearing PVC outer sheath seals everything, preventing water ingress and adding abrasion resistance that extends service life in harsh conditions. This layered approach is why armoured cables last significantly longer than non-armoured alternatives in exposed or high-risk environments.

Installation Flexibility Across Demanding Environments

Direct burial without additional conduit protection. Clipped to building surfaces or structures. Installed in cable trays, ducts, or underground systems. The 22.9mm overall diameter fits standard gland fittings and cable management systems. Minimum 12x bending radius for multi-core installation ensures you can route it without kinking or armor damage that compromises the cable's protective function.

The five cores (Brown, Black, Grey, Blue, Green/Yellow) support standard three-phase wiring plus neutral and earth configurations, making it ideal for mains power supply to factories, warehouses, power plants, railways, industrial facilities, and telecommunications infrastructure.

Real Applications Where This Cable Delivers

• Industrial Power Networks: Distributing mains electricity through manufacturing plants and processing facilities without conduit, reducing installation costs and complexity.
• Garden and Outbuilding Supply: Running power to external structures, garden offices, and workshops over longer distances without voltage drop concerns.
• Renewable Energy Systems: Connecting solar panels, wind turbines, and battery storage to grid tie-in points with the durability for outdoor UV and temperature extremes.
• Construction and Civil Projects: Surviving heavy machinery, vibration, and dynamic loads during installation and providing long-term reliability underground.
• Coastal and High-Humidity Sites: The XLPE's inherent moisture resistance and PVC's chemical durability prevent degradation from salt spray, groundwater, and corrosive soil.
• EV Charging Infrastructure: Handling the consistent demand of electric vehicle chargers with overhead current capacity and mechanical protection.

Compliance and Proven Performance

Manufactured to BS5467 and IEC 60502-1 standards with BS EN 60228 Class 2 copper conductors. Maximum short-circuit temperature rated to 250°C (not exceeding 5 seconds). Flame-retardant construction per IEC/EN 60332-1-2 for fire safety. Installation temperature range 0°C to +60°C ensures broad geographic and seasonal usability.

Why Armoured Outperforms Unarmoured in the Field

Unarmoured cables require conduit, deeper trenching, or careful route management to survive the same environment. Armoured cable eliminates this redundancy. It prevents rat and termite damage, protects against accidental picks and cuts, and provides grounding continuity through the armor layer. In underground or outdoor installations, the cost difference narrows quickly when you factor in installation labor, protective materials, and maintenance. The extended service life—particularly in harsh conditions—delivers better total project cost.

This is the cable you specify when failure is not an option, when the installation environment includes genuine hazards, and when you need power distribution that will function reliably for decades without frequent replacement or repair.