1.5mm 4 Core Armoured Cable is a type of SWA Cable that contains 4 cores which have a cross-sectional diameter of 1.5mm². With a galvanised steel-wire armour underneath the outer sheathing, these cables are perfect for any environments which may be at risk of mechanical damage.
A few of the different uses for this cable include:
- Floodlights with PIR
- Two-way switching circuits
- Garden Lighting with day/night sensors
- 20A 4-Pole Rotary Isolators
- Three Phase and earth circuits
- Three phase motors
If you require an estimate size of cable based on your application, please follow this link for our Armoured Cable Calculator. PLEASE NOTE; this is an approximation, if you don’t know what cable size it is you require, please contact a qualified electrician so they can consult the regulations and confirm. The information you need is what type of circuit it is, either being single-phase or three-phase, the power running through the cable in kW or Amps and the length of the run.
Specifications for 1.5mm 4 Core Armoured Cable
- Current rating : 23 Amp (Clipped Direct)
- Core identification: 4 core (Brown, Black, Grey & Blue)
- Insulation: XLPE
- Conductors: Stranded copper
- Bedding: PVC
- Armour/Protection: SWA (Steel wire armour)
- Sheath/Jacket: PVC
- Colour: Black
- Voltage: 600/1000v
- Operating temperature: Maximum 90°C, minimum bending 0°C
- Standard: BS5467: Electric cables.
- Voltage: 600/1000V
- Designed for use in mains supply electricity
Delivery Information
Fast, free delivery to mainland UK addresses (excluding highlands & islands) is available for as little as £5.95 plus VAT, however delivery is free on orders over £100 excluding VAT. If you require delivery notifications via text or email, please remember to include your mobile number and email address in the order.
Useful Links
Indoor & Outdoor Cable Glands for this cable are available via the following links:
Indoor BW 20s armoured cable glands
Outdoor CW 20s armoured cable gland packs
Cleats are also available for this cable via the following link:
Building Regulation in England covering electrical safety in dwellings;
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/electrical-safety-approved-document-p