2.5mm 3 Core SWA XLPE PVC Armoured Power Cable 50m

Heavy-Duty Power Cable Built for Harsh Conditions

This 2.5mm 3 Core SWA XLPE PVC Armoured Cable delivers industrial-grade protection where everyday cables fall short. The 50-meter length provides a complete solution for applications requiring a hard-wearing, mechanical-resistant cable that withstands exposure to the toughest environments.

Triple-Layer Protection System

The cable combines three critical protective elements: steel-wire armour (SWA) beneath a hard-wearing outer sheath, which protects the cable against chemical and mechanical stresses. XLPE insulation is resistant to a number of different fluids, chemicals and has good heat stability, as well as being UV resistant. This multi-layered construction means the cable resists crushing, impacts, abrasion, moisture, and chemical exposure—making it genuinely durable rather than just marketed as such.

Engineered for Underground & Direct Burial

This cable is suitable for direct burial due to its steel wire armour, and unlike standard unarmoured cables, it requires no additional protective conduit for underground installations. Armoured cables (SWA) are suitable for underground and direct burial installations. The 3-core design with color-coded conductors (brown, black, grey) ensures safe, compliant installations for single-phase power circuits.

31A Current Rating for Reliable Power Distribution

With a 31 amp rated steel wire armoured cable, this is suitable for moderate to standard power demands. Real-world applications include powering outbuildings, garden installations, workshop circuits, and connecting renewable energy systems like solar panels to the grid. The cross-sectional area ensures efficient power transmission without excessive voltage drop over short distances.

Where Standard Cable Can't Survive

This cable is suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications as well as in cable ducting or tray. The metal armour prevents damage from abrasion, impacts, and even rodents, making it ideal for construction sites, industrial facilities, and any environment where mechanical stress is a daily reality. SWA cables can withstand moisture, physical pressure, corrosion and more, allowing use both inside and outside buildings.

Superior to Basic PVC Alternatives

XLPE insulation excels with a continuous operating temperature of up to 90°C and short-circuit tolerance up to 250°C for one second. XLPE's lower moisture absorption rate (less than 0.01%) compared to PVC's (0.1-0.5%) prevents insulation breakdown over time. This means longer service life and fewer replacement cycles—a genuine cost advantage despite higher upfront price.

Compliance & Industry Standards

Built to BS5467: Electric cables standards, this cable meets the regulatory requirements for electrical installations across the UK and internationally. The 600/1000V rating covers standard mains power applications without over-specification or unnecessary cost.

Practical Installation Consideration

While armoured cables provide unmatched protection, the steel wire armouring makes termination more involved than standard cables. However, this complexity is the tradeoff for genuine mechanical protection you can't get elsewhere. Proper cable glands and cleats ensure a professional, safe installation that handles external stresses other cables simply cannot.

50 meters of proven, BS-compliant protection—choose this cable when durability matters and cable replacement isn't an option.