2.5mm 2 Core SWA XLPE Armoured Cable Sold By Metre

Professional-Grade Protection for Power Distribution

This 2.5mm 2 core SWA XLPE armoured cable delivers comprehensive electrical protection when you need reliable power connectivity in challenging environments. Built with galvanised steel wire armour surrounding XLPE insulation and PVC bedding and sheath, this cable stands up to the demands of outdoor installations, underground burial, and harsh industrial conditions where standard cables simply can't survive.

Why Steel Wire Armour Matters

Designed with a layer of galvanised steel wires that protect the inner conductors from impact, pressure, and environmental damage, this cable delivers mechanical protection that matters in real-world applications. The galvanised steel wire armour will protect the cores from damage during underground installation, making it ideal for direct burial where accidental damage from digging or excavation equipment poses a genuine risk. The armour also serves as a protective earth conductor, simplifying your installation requirements.

Proven Material Science

Cross-linked polyethene (XLPE) finds its applications in various power cable system because it has water-resistant and excellent electrical properties. This combination of XLPE insulation with PVC sheathing provides superior temperature tolerance and durability compared to traditional thermoplastic alternatives. Thermosetting cables are capable of operating at conductor operating temperatures of 90 °C, giving you more headroom for demanding circuits and industrial applications.

Versatile Applications Across Sectors

This cable has a current rating of 36A, meaning it is able to be used for the same applications as 1.5mm, however it allows overhead. Real-world uses span from lower power garden lighting, outdoor switches & sockets, small outdoor pond pumps to more demanding industrial power distribution. Can be installed indoor on fixed installations to cable containment using correctly specified cable cleats or ties in LV industrial wiring, mains distribution, auxiliary control and similar low voltage power distribution applications in industrial and hazardous area locations.

Standards Compliance & Safety

This cable also adheres to all the relevant British standards, making it perfectly safe. The cable meets BS 5467 specifications for thermosetting insulated armoured cables rated at 600/1000V, ensuring regulatory compliance for fixed electrical installations.

Termination & Installation

If you're looking to terminate this cable into a junction box or device of any kind, you'll require CW20S outdoor glands or BW20S indoor glands. To attach the cable to a wall or structure, you'll require CC6 cable cleats. This cable is sold by the metre, allowing you to purchase exactly the length needed for your project without waste.