35mm 5 Core PVC SWA XLPE Armoured Cable By The Metre

Industrial-Grade Power Distribution for Demanding Environments

Built for three-phase applications in warehouses, factories and industrial equipment, the 35mm 5 Core SWA XLPE armoured cable delivers the mechanical strength and durability needed where standard cables fail. This is the cable engineers specify when installation failures cost money—and when compromising on protection isn't an option.

Unmatched Protection Against Real-World Threats

Steel wire armour makes SWA cables highly resistant to crushing, impact, and external damage, making them ideal for underground installations and heavy-duty environments. Unlike unarmoured alternatives, their ability to withstand impact, crushing, rodents and environmental hazards makes them the preferred choice for safeguarding electrical systems in demanding environments. The steel wire armour offers strong defence against external damage from digging tools, machinery, or physical pressure—critical when your cable runs underground or across construction sites.

Superior Temperature and Chemical Resistance

XLPE (Cross-Linked Polyethylene) insulation is resistant to a wide range of chemicals and has good thermal stability. XLPE will not decompose and carbonize below 300℃, the long-term working temperature can reach 90℃, and the thermal life can reach 40 years. This means your cable performs reliably even when exposed to moisture, oils, acids, and temperature extremes—situations that degrade standard PVC cables.

Moisture and Weather Resistance You Can Trust

SWA cables perform reliably in damp, wet, or exposed environments, making them suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Water is the enemy of underground cables. XLPE has excellent moisture resistance. It stops water from eating away at your copper core. Whether buried in wet soil or exposed to seasonal flooding, this cable maintains its integrity.

Flexible Installation Options

As this cable is armoured, you can use it for underground installations as well as attaching it to structures or buildings using CC14 Cable Cleats. This cable is also suitable for use within factories, for example, attached to cable trays within the ceiling. Common applications for LV armoured cables include the supply of mains electricity and for auxiliary control cables in diverse environments including aerial power networks, outdoors, indoors, underground systems and in cable ducting. They are suitable for direct burial into free draining soil or can be clipped directly onto a surface, on a tray, in a basket or in free air.

Built for Direct Burial and Long-Term Reliability

The cable is constructed with PVC outer sheath and a steel wire armour below. This protects the cores inside the cable which makes it suitable for direct burial into the ground. SWA cables are built for long-term use, even in harsh environments such as moisture, corrosion, and high mechanical stress. This reduces maintenance costs and ensures stable operation.

Safety and Compliance

The armoured layer significantly lowers the risk of electrical faults or fire hazards. Combined with proper earthing, SWA cable provides a safer and more reliable power system. You will frequently see the term BS5467 or BS6724 when referring to an SWA cable. These phrases mean that the SWA cable meets the British Standards requirements, for both construction and testing.

Practical Specifications

The cable features stranded copper conductors, XLPE insulation, and is rated at 600/1000V. Core identification follows standard electrical codes with Brown, Black, Blue, Grey, and Green/Yellow cores for clear, compliant installation.

Why Choose This Cable Over Unarmoured Alternatives

SWA cables have strong mechanical protection. This means that they are durable and extremely reliable even under the most extreme conditions. Standard cables offer no defence against the mechanical stresses your installation will inevitably face. Whether protecting against accidental tool strikes, vehicle impacts, rodent damage, or soil pressure, the steel wire armour keeps power flowing when it matters most.

Cut to Your Exact Length

Supplied by the metre, this cable can be ordered in any length you need—no minimum purchase constraints, no waste. Buy exactly what your project requires.