Twin Earth Wire Cable 6242y Grey PVC Insulated 1.5MM 2.5MM with 300/500V Rated Voltage for Residential and Commercial Use
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Delivery Time:
7-30 days based on different Qty
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Twin Earth Wire
Product Description
Twin Earth Wire Cable Electrical Wire 6242y Grey PVC Insulated 1.5MM 2.5MM
APPLICATION
Fixed Wiring in Buildings
Lighting Circuits: Primarily used for wiring lighting points in domestic, commercial, and industrial buildings. The 1.5mm² size is standard for this purpose.
Power Socket Circuits (Ring & Radial): The 2.5mm² size is commonly used for wiring 13A power socket outlets in both ring final circuits and radial circuits.
Fixed Appliance Connections: Used to supply power to various fixed appliances such as immersion heaters, boilers, and cookers (depending on current requirements).
FEATURES
Rated voltage: 300/500V, fully applicable to low-voltage power distribution systems in both household and commercial environments.
Long-term working temperature: Maximum +70°C
Flame retardancy: Standard PVC has self-extinguishing properties, meaning it will not continue to burn after being removed from a flame, which helps prevent the fire from spreading through the cable.
PARAMETERS
| Nominal section(mm²) | Number of conductors | Toplimit of overall diameter(mm) | Maximum DC resistance(20℃)(Ω/km) | Minimum insulation resistance(70℃)(MΩ.km) | Recommended value of carrying capacity(A) | Reference weight(kg/kmm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2x0.75 | 1 | 4.6x7.1 | 24.5 | 0.012 | 13 | 42 |
| 2x1.0 | 1 | 4.8x7.4 | 18.1 | 0.011 | 16 | 49 |
| 2x1.5 | 1 | 5.3x8.5 | 12.1 | 0.011 | 20 | 65 |
| 2x2.5 | 1 | 6.2x10.1 | 7.41 | 0.010 | 27 | 97 |
| 2x4 | 1 | 6.7x11.1 | 4.61 | 0.0085 | 38 | 140 |
| 2x6 | 1 | 7.5x12.5 | 3.08 | 0.0070 | 50 | 192 |
| 2x10 | 2 | 9.5x16.2 | 1.83 | 0.0065 | 69 | 306 |
| 3x0.75 | 1 | 4.6x9.6 | 24.5 | 0.012 | 9.5 | 60 |
| 3x1.0 | 1 | 4.8x10.1 | 18.1 | 0.011 | 11 | 70 |
| 3x1.5 | 1 | 5.3x11.7 | 12.1 | 0.011 | 13 | 95 |
| 3x2.5 | 1 | 6.2x14.0 | 7.41 | 0.010 | 21 | 142 |
| 3x4 | 1 | 7.0x15.8 | 4.61 | 0.0085 | 27 | 213 |
| 3x6 | 1 | 7.5x17.5 | 3.08 | 0.0070 | 34 | 284 |
| 3x10 | 2 | 9.5x23.0 | 1.83 | 0.0065 | 55 | 457 |
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FAQ
Q: What is the primary use of Twin & Earth cable?
A: Its primary use is for fixed wiring in domestic and commercial buildings. It is not suitable for portable appliances, extensions, or outdoor use without additional protection.
Q: Can I use 1.5mm² and 2.5mm² cable for the same applications?
A: No. They are designed for different circuits:
• 1.5mm²: Typically used for lighting circuits.
• 2.5mm²: Standard for socket outlets (ring/radial circuits) and fixed appliances like immersion heaters.
Q: What is the maximum temperature this cable can withstand?
A: It has two key temperature ratings:
• Continuous Operating Temp: Up to +70°C.
• Short-Circuit Temp (max. 5s): Up to +160°C.
Q: Is Twin & Earth cable suitable for outdoor installation?
A: No. The standard grey PVC sheath is not UV resistant and can degrade outdoors. It is designed for dry internal locations. For outdoors, it must be protected within a suitable conduit or a special exterior-grade cable should be used.
Q: Why is there a bare copper wire inside the cable?
A: The bare wire is the Circuit Protective Conductor (Earth wire). It provides a vital safety path for fault current to flow, causing the circuit breaker to trip. It must always be connected to the earth terminal in accessories and consumer units.
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Company
Zhongdong Cable Co., Ltd.
Location
Yingli Development Zone, Jinzhou City, Hebei Province, China
Contact Person
Bai