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    Electrical Power & Industrial Cables

    We offer a vast range of electrical power and industrial cables including specialist cables for use with solar PV, trace heating, and security and alarm systems, working with leading brands such as Prysmian, Lapp and Belden to ensure we have the right cable for any application.

    What is electrical power cable?

    Electrical power cables are used for the transmission of electrical power and comprise three major components: one or more stranded or solid copper or aluminium conductors, the insulation and the outer sheath which holds everything together. They're available in many different shapes, sizes and materials, varying according to the installation they're required for.

    How to choose the right type cable?

    There are two main factors that must be considered when selecting a power cable:

    • Current capacity - this is determined by the cross-sectional area of the core on the cable
    • Working environment - this will determine the material of the outer sheath and insulation and consideration must be given to the conditions the cable will be used in.

    Electrical power cable sizes

    American Wire Gauge (AWG) is a widely recognised measure of the cross-sectional area of a cable and denoted as a simple number for example 20 AWG.

    Cross-Sectional Area (CSA) is the surface area of a conductor in mm2.

    Both units of measure are can be used to describe the wire thickness and it is useful to remember that as the AWG increases, the wire becomes thinner and the CSA decreases.

    What are the different types of power cable?

    • Mains power cable - ideal for applications such as the wiring of household appliances and tools. They're available with either a PVC, Rubber or CPE outer sheath with between 1 to 5 stranded or solid copper cores.
    • SWA cable - have a galvanised steel wire insulation surrounding the cores and braiding for added protection and strength. They're generally used for underground cabling and are suitable for indoor or outdoor installations. Sheath material is either PVC or LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen).
    • Conduit cable - act as a current transmitter within a structure and are housed inside a conduit enclosure. This cable is installed as a safety measure in hazardous environments where fire, smoke, chemical or gas may damage equipment or machinery.
    • Multicore cable - available with 2 to 20+ cores. The screening or braiding can help to reduce external interference and maintain a high-quality signal.
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    RS PRO IEC C19 Socket to Unterminated Socket Power Cord, 2m
    • RS stock no. 311-9337
    Each
    R 251,67
    RS PRO Power Cord, 5m
    • RS stock no. 449-326
    Each
    R 426,05
    RS PRO IEC C13 Socket to Unterminated Power Cord, 2m
    • RS stock no. 744-0929
    Each
    R 100,71
    ifm electronic Female 4 way M12 to Unterminated Sensor Actuator Cable, 5m
    • RS stock no. 140-111
    • Mfr. Part No. EVC002
    Each
    R 476,57
    RS PRO Straight Female 5 way M12 to Straight Male 5 way M12 Sensor Actuator Cable, 5m
    • RS stock no. 877-1104
    Each
    R 360,72
    RS PRO IEC C13 Socket to Type M South African Plug Power Cord, 2m
    • RS stock no. 744-0935
    Each
    R 167,64
    RS PRO IEC C5 Socket to Type G UK Plug Power Cord, 2m
    • RS stock no. 311-9359
    Each
    R 193,31
    RS PRO 50m 4 Socket Type G - British Cable Reel Open Reel, 240 V
    • RS stock no. 889-2504
    Each
    R 3 854,41
    RS PRO 1.5m 4 Socket Schuko Extension Lead, 250 V, IP20
    • RS stock no. 222-2588
    Each
    R 232,40
    RS PRO Straight IEC C13 Socket to Unterminated Socket Power Cord, 2m
    • RS stock no. 731-6153
    Each
    R 247,16
    Lapp OLFLEX CLASSIC Multicore Cable, 12 Cores, 0.5 mm², YY, 50m, Grey PVC Sheath
    • RS stock no. 288-2029
    • Mfr. Part No. ÖLFLEX CLASSIC 110 12G0,5
    Each
    R 63,986
    ifm electronic Female 4 way M12 to Unterminated Sensor Actuator Cable, 5m
    • RS stock no. 140-127
    • Mfr. Part No. EVC005
    Each
    R 444,47
    Telemecanique Sensors Right Angle Female 4 way M12 to Unterminated Sensor Actuator Cable, 5m
    • RS stock no. 612-2257
    • Mfr. Part No. XZCP1241L5
    Each
    R 515,46
    RS PRO Straight Female 5 way M12 to Unterminated Sensor Actuator Cable, 2m
    • RS stock no. 144-7657
    Each
    R 643,92
    RS PRO 5m 4 Socket Schuko Extension Lead, 250 V, IP20
    • RS stock no. 222-2590
    Each
    R 402,97
    RS PRO Right Angle 2.1mm DC Power Plug to Unterminated Power Cord, 1.8m
    • RS stock no. 656-3850
    Each
    R 235,07
    RS PRO Male 5 way M12 to Female 5 way M12 Sensor Actuator Y-splitter Cable, 1m
    • RS stock no. 201-7233
    Each
    R 515,29
    RS PRO Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.75 mm², YY, Unscreened, 50m, Grey PVC Sheath
    • RS stock no. 196-4669
    1 Reel of 50 Metre(s)
    R 1 899,61
    Lapp 70002 Control Cable, 3 Cores, 1.5 mm², Unscreened, 100m, Grey Polyurethane Sheath, 16 AWG
    • RS stock no. 283-2217
    • Mfr. Part No. 70002690
    Each
    R 1 886,92
    RS PRO 2m 6 Socket Type G - British Extension Lead, 230 V ac
    • RS stock no. 249-4558
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    R 2 982,00
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