Cleveland Cable is the UK’s largest supplier of steel wire armoured (SWA) and aluminium wire armoured (AWA) cables. We offer a comprehensive range of low-voltage (LV) and medium-voltage (MV) armoured cables manufactured to British and IEC Standards, suitable for industrial and commercial applications.

BS5467 PVC Armoured Cables – BASEC Approved 

BS 5467:2016 specifies general requirements for mains and control cables used in various power distribution systems.

• Voltage rating: 600/1000V
• Conductor options: Plain annealed stranded copper or solid aluminium Single-core, two-core, three-core, four-core, five-core and up to 48 core for auxilary control cables
• XLPE-insulated and PVC-sheathed for durability and reliability
• Armoured for mechanical protection, suitable for underground, outdoor, and indoor installations

BS5467 Standard Cable Construction

• Conductor: Plain annealed stranded copper (Class 2) – BS EN 60228, Aluminium (Class 1)
• Core insulation: XLPE (Cross-linked Polyethylene)
• Inner sheath: PVC
• Armour: Galvanised steel wire armour (SWA) or aluminium wire armour (AWA)
• Outer sheath: PVC (Type 9 compound)
• Core identification: Colour-coded or number-coded

Applications – Where BS5467 Cables Are Used

• Power stations and power distribution networks
• Mass transit systems, underground passenger transport, and airports
• Hotels, hospitals, and high-rise buildings
• Petrochemical plants and industrial facilities
• Underground, outdoor, and indoor applications
• Cable ducting where mechanical protection is required

BS5467 Cable Range

We supply BS5467 low voltage XLPE armoured cables in a wide range of conductor sizes:

• Single core: 50mm² – 1000mm²
• 2 cores: 1.5mm² – 400mm²
• 3 cores: 1.5mm² – 400mm²
• 4 core: 1.5mm² – 400mm²
• 5 core: 1.5mm² – 240mm²
• 7 core: 1.5mm² – 16mm²
• 10 core: 1.5mm² – 2.5mm²
• 12,19 & 27 core: 1.5mm² – 4mm²
• 37 & 48 core: 1.5mm² – 2.5mm²

For specific sizing and availability, contact Cleveland Cable for expert guidance.

Technical Properties of BS5467 Cables

• Voltage rating: 600/1000V
• Flame retardant: Complies with BS EN 60332-1-2 (CPR Compliant)
• Maximum conductor operating temperature: 90°C
• Maximum short-circuit conductor temperature: 250°C
• UV resistant for outdoor applications
• Installation temperature range: 0°C to 80°C
• Bending radius: Minimum 8D (as per manufacturer specifications)

Core Identification

• Single Core: Brown or Blue
• 2 core: Brown, Blue
• 3 core: Brown, Black, Grey, Blue or Green/Yellow
• 4 core: Brown, Black, Grey, Blue
• 5 core: Brown, Black, Grey, Blue, Green/Yellow
• 7 to 48 cores: White with printed numbers

Speak with a Cleveland Cable sales specialist for detailed technical data sheets or expert advice.

Why Choose Cleveland Cable?

• UK’s largest stockist of fire-resistant power cables
• High-quality, British and European Standard-certified products
• Competitive prices with fast UK & International delivery
• Expert technical support for your cable requirements
• In-house BSI testing lab ensuring premium quality control
• BASEC approved