BS5467 Cable is a low-voltage Steel Wire Armoured (SWA) power cable with XLPE insulation, designed for fixed wiring in power distribution systems. It is widely used in indoor, outdoor, underground, and ducted installations where protection from mechanical stress is essential. Available in single-core (AWA) or multi-core (SWA) configurations, this cable is flame retardant and built for tough environments.
Application
Power distribution networks
Industrial and commercial installations
Control and auxiliary circuits
Outdoor and underground cabling in cable ducts or directly buried
Installations exposed to mechanical impact or requiring enhanced durability
Standards
BS 5467 – Armoured cables with thermosetting insulation
BS 6346 – PVC insulated and sheathed armoured power cables
IEC 60502-1 – Power cables with extruded insulation
IEC 60228 – Conductors of insulated cables
Construction
| Component | Description |
|---|---|
| Conductor | Stranded copper conductor, Class 2 (BS EN 60228) |
| Insulation | Cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE), rated 90°C |
| Bedding | Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) |
| Armour | Steel Wire Armour (SWA) for multi-core / Aluminium Wire Armour (AWA) for single-core |
| Sheath | PVC outer sheath, available in black or customized colors |
BS5467 Armoured Cable Construction
Core Identification (Color Code)
Single Core: Brown or Blue
2 Core: Brown, Blue
3 Core: Brown, Black, Grey
4 Core: Brown, Black, Grey, Blue
5 Core: Brown, Black, Grey, Blue, Green/Yellow
7–48 Cores: White cores with printed numbers
Technical Data
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Rated Voltage (Uo/U) | 600/1000V |
| Max. Operating Temperature | 90°C (XLPE) |
| Max. Short Circuit Temp. | 150°C (max. 5s) |
| Min. Service Temperature | -40°C |
| Min. Bending Radius | 15×D (unarmoured), 20×D (armoured) |
| Fire Performance | Flame retardant per IEC 60332-1 |
| Halogen Emission | Chlorine <15% |
| Chemical Resistance | Good resistance to oil and chemicals |
Advantages
High mechanical strength and crush resistance
UV resistant and flame-retardant outer sheath
Suitable for direct burial or conduit installation
Reliable electrical performance in harsh environments
Available with custom sheath options such as LSZH, FR PVC, HDPE