MPS 2.5mm Twin and Earth 6242Y Flat Grey Electric Cable - Cut To Size (50 Metres)

Twin and Earth Cable is a flat cable and is available in 6 sizes and can be ordered in custom sized lengths. Twin and Earth Electrical Cable is the most common cable used for domestic wiring. There are 3 sizes available that are suitable for different uses, some common uses of each size are described below. This cable has met all the industry and governmental safety guidelines and standards for cables, including the BS 6004:2012 standard. It is BASEC Approved. It is UKAS Certified. It is CE marked. Each cable is available in various custom sized lengths. Cable Construction The live and neutral are individually insulated and the earth is bare. The Live and Neutral are insulated in blue/brown coloured PVC insulation. The overall bundle of wires is insulated in a grey PVC outer casing. The 1.5 mm and 2.5 mm cables have a solid copper conductive wire construction whereas the 6 mm cables are constructed of stranded copper conductive wires. Common Cable Uses 1.5 mm is most commonly used for lighting circuitry and switches. 2.5 mm is most commonly used for ring mains, plug and socket wiring. 6 mm is most commonly used for high powered small appliances such as cookers. Safety information This cable is suitable for indoor use only. It is not suitable for use outdoors as UV light can degrade the insulation coating. For extra safety, please check ratings of appliances prior to connecting cable.