PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) flexible cable, a highly durable and cost-effective material, is manufactured to various British and European standards. With a typical service life exceeding 25 years, PVC flexible cables are ideal for low to medium-voltage applications and installations exposed to varying temperatures or UV light. Discover our extensive range of PVC Flexible Cables, designed to meet various needs and applications.
Available PVC Flexible Cables
- 218*Y Flexible Cable – H03VV-F, 0.5mm² to 0.75mm²
- 318*Y Flexible Cable – H05VV-F, 0.5mm² to 4mm²
- 309*Y Flexible Cable – H05V2V2-F, 0.5mm² to 2.5mm²
- Tri-Rated Cable – BS6231, UL, CSA, 0.5mm² to 400mm²
- 6381Y Flexible Cable – BS 6004, 6mm² to 400mm²
- Arctic Grade Flexible Cable – BS6004, 1.5mm² to 6mm²
- YY Control Flexible Cable – 0.75mm² to 50mm²
- SY Control Flexible Cable – 0.75mm² to 95mm²
- CY Control Flexible Cable – 0.50mm² to 16mm²
Product Specifications
218*Y Flexible Cable - H03VV-F
- Conductor: Plain annealed copper - class 5
- Insulation/Sheath: PVC
- Voltage: 300V
- Temperature: -5°C to +60°C
- Standard: BS EN 50265-2-11
318*Y Flexible Cable - H05VV-F
- Conductor: Plain annealed flexible stranded copper
- Insulation/Sheath: PVC
- Voltage: 300/500V
- Temperature: -5°C to +60°C
- Standard: BS EN 50265-2-11
Arctic Grade Flexible Cable
- Ideal for portable tools and outdoor use down to -40°C
- Conductor: Plain annealed flexible stranded copper
- Voltage: 300/500V
- Temperature: -40°C to +70°C
- Standard: BS EN 50265, BS 6004
Tri-Rated Cable - BS6231, UL, CSA
- High-temperature, flame-retardant cable
- Conductor: Flexible plain annealed copper – class 5
- Voltage: 600/1000V
- Temperature: -30°C to +105°C
- Standard: BS6231, UL 1015
Control Cables
YY Control Flexible Cable
- Used in control systems and assembly lines (non-UV resistant)
- Voltage: 300/500V
- Temperature: -20°C to +80°C (static)
- Standard: BS EN 50525-2-11, VDE 0250
CY Control Flexible Cable
- Shielded cable for signal and control equipment
- Voltage: 300/500V
- Temperature: -20°C to +80°C
- Standard: BS EN 50525-2-11, VDE 0250
SY Control Flexible Cable
- Armoured for mechanical protection in industrial settings
- Voltage: 300/500V
- Temperature: -20°C to +80°C
- Standard: BS EN 50525-2-11, VDE 0250
Although BS6500 has been superseded by BS EN 50525, many electrical contractors still reference it for light-duty and general-purpose flexible cables.
BS6500 Cable Applications
BS6500 Cable | Application | BS EN 50525 Harmonised Code |
---|---|---|
218-Y | Light-duty cable for use with light portable appliances such as radios, table lamps and office equipment | H03VV-F |
219-Y | Light-duty cable for use as pendant light drops and light supply leads | H03VVH2-F |
309-Y | For internal wiring or supply cords, particularly for use in high temperature zones such as lighting applications | H05V2V2-F |
318-Y | Ordinary duty cable for domestic appliances, kitchens and offices | H05VV-F |
318-TRS | Ordinary duty flexible rubber cords for domestic premises. | H05RR-F |
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Flexible Cords
218*Y Flexible Cable Cable - H03VV-F PVC - 0.5mm to 0.75mm
318*Y Flexible Cable - H05VV-F, PVC - 0.5mm to 2.5mm
309*Y Flexible Cable - H05V2V2-F, PVC - 0.5mm to 2.5mm