Description

Armoured Electrical Cable: Unrivaled Protection for Critical Power Transmission

In demanding environments where electrical integrity cannot be compromised, our Premium Armoured Electrical Cable stands as the ultimate safeguard. Engineered for superior mechanical protection and long-term reliability, it ensures consistent power transmission in the most challenging conditions. Whether buried underground, installed in industrial plants, or navigating harsh outdoor landscapes, our armoured cable delivers unparalleled performance and peace of mind.

Key Features & Benefits:

• Exceptional Mechanical Protection: Featuring robust steel wire armour (SWA) or aluminium wire armour (AWA), our cables are designed to withstand significant impact, crushing forces, and abrasion. This critical layer protects the internal conductors from external damage, ensuring operational continuity.
• Rodent Resistance: The strong metallic armour provides an effective barrier against rodent attacks, a common cause of cable damage in agricultural, rural, and outdoor installations.
• Enhanced Safety: The armour layer also offers protection against accidental penetration during excavation or construction, significantly reducing the risk of electrical faults, short circuits, and potential hazards to personnel and equipment.
• Superior Durability: Constructed with high-quality XLPE (Cross-Linked Polyethylene) insulation and a rugged PVC, LSF (Low Smoke & Fume), or LSOH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen) outer sheath, our cables offer excellent resistance to moisture, chemicals, UV radiation, and extreme temperatures.
• Reliable Power Transmission: High-purity copper or aluminium conductors ensure efficient current flow with minimal energy loss, guaranteeing stable and reliable power delivery to your critical systems.
• Versatile Installation: Suitable for a wide range of installation methods, including direct burial, in ducts, on cable trays, or clipped directly to surfaces, making it incredibly adaptable to various project requirements.
• Standards Compliant: Manufactured to the highest international and national standards (e.g., BS 5467, BS 6724, IEC 60502-1), ensuring safety, performance, and compatibility.

Typical Applications:

• Industrial Plants: Powering machinery, motors, and control systems in factories, refineries, and manufacturing facilities.
• Commercial Buildings: Main power distribution, feeder circuits, and lighting circuits in offices, shopping centers, and data centers.
• Infrastructure Projects: Road and rail networks, street lighting, tunnels, and public utility connections.
• Outdoor Installations: Sub-main power to outbuildings, garden lighting, security systems, and renewable energy installations (solar farms, wind turbines).
• Direct Burial: Ideal for underground power distribution where protection against excavation damage and environmental factors is essential.
• Power Generation & Distribution: Connecting transformers, switchgear, and grid infrastructure.

Technical Specifications:

• Standards: BS 5467, BS 6724, IEC 60502-1 (and others as specified)
• Voltage Rating: 600/1000V (0.6/1kV) typically
• Conductor Material: Plain Annealed Copper (Cu) or Aluminium (Al)
• Conductor Type: Stranded (Class 2) to BS EN 60228
• Insulation Material: XLPE (Cross-Linked Polyethylene) - High thermal performance and dielectric strength
• Bedding Material: PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride)
• Armour Type:
  • Multi-Core: Steel Wire Armour (SWA)
  • Single Core: Aluminium Wire Armour (AWA) (to prevent eddy currents)
• Outer Sheath Material Options:
  • PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride): General purpose, good weather and chemical resistance.
  • LSF (Low Smoke & Fume): Reduced smoke and toxic gas emission in fire conditions.
  • LSOH/LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen): Halogen-free, emitting very low levels of smoke and no toxic gases when burned, ideal for public access areas.
• Core Configuration: 1-Core, 2-Core, 3-Core, 4-Core, 5-Core, or Multi-Core (up to 48 cores)
• Conductor Sizes: Ranging from 1.5mm² up to 630mm² (or larger as required)
• Temperature Rating:
  • Operating: -15°C to +90°C (XLPE)
  • Short Circuit: +250°C (XLPE for 5 seconds)
• Sheath Colour: Black (standard), Red (fire-resistant versions), or others on request.

Why Choose Our Armoured Cable?

Our commitment to quality, safety, and performance means you receive a product that not only meets but exceeds industry expectations. Each cable undergoes rigorous testing to ensure durability and reliability, providing a long-lasting, low-maintenance solution for your electrical infrastructure. Invest in our armoured cable for peace of mind and unwavering power delivery in the toughest environments.

Contact us today for detailed specifications, available sizes, and a competitive quote for your next project. Our expert team is ready to assist you in selecting the perfect armoured cable solution.