1.9/3.3kV LSOH Armoured Low Voltage Power Cable to BS 6724 Standard
Our 1.9/3.3kV LSOH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen) armoured power cable is engineered and manufactured in full compliance with the BS 6724 British Standard, delivering reliable power distribution for critical infrastructure, industrial, commercial, and public safety applications. Featuring cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) insulation and galvanized steel wire armour, this cable offers exceptional fire performance, mechanical protection, and long service life even under demanding operating conditions where human safety and circuit integrity are paramount.
Key Advantages
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Low Smoke Zero Halogen
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Steel Wire Armour
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Flame Retardant
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Full BS 6724 Compliance
Construction
Conductors
Insulation
Outer Sheath
Armour
1 Core : Brown
3 Cores: Brown, Black, Grey
Temperature rating：0℃ to + 90℃
Bending radius：1.5mm to 16mm : 6 x overall diameter
25mm and above : 8 x overall diameter
Flame retardant：IEC60332 part 1, BS4066 part 1
Halogen free：IEC 60754, EN 50267
Smoke density：IEC 61034, EN50268
Parameters
IEC 60502-1
Select a standard below to view the corresponding technical data. Our conductors are manufactured and tested in full compliance with international specifications.
| Nominal Cross Section | Diameter of Conductor (Approx.) | Nominal Insulation Thickness | Nominal Sheath Thickness | Overall Diameter (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| mm^2 | mm | mm | mm | mm |
| 1x1.5 | 1.4 | 0.7 | 1.4 | 5.6 |
| 1x2.5 | 1.8 | 0.7 | 1.4 | 6.0 |
| 1x4 | 2.3 | 0.7 | 1.4 | 6.5 |
| 1x6 | 2.8 | 0.7 | 1.4 | 7.0 |
| 1x10 | 3.6 | 0.7 | 1.4 | 7.8 |
| 1x16 | 4.5 | 0.7 | 1.4 | 8.7 |
| 1x25 | 5.6 | 0.9 | 1.4 | 10.2 |
| 1x35 | 6.7 | 0.9 | 1.4 | 11.3 |
| 1x50 | 8.0 | 1.0 | 1.4 | 12.8 |
| 1x70 | 9.4 | 1.1 | 1.4 | 14.4 |
| 1x95 | 11.0 | 1.1 | 1.5 | 16.1 |
| 1x120 | 12.4 | 1.2 | 1.5 | 17.8 |
| 1x150 | 13.8 | 1.4 | 1.6 | 19.8 |
| 1x185 | 15.3 | 1.6 | 1.6 | 21.8 |
| 1x240 | 17.5 | 1.7 | 1.7 | 24.4 |
| 1x300 | 19.5 | 1.8 | 1.8 | 26.7 |
| 1x400 | 22.6 | 2.0 | 1.9 | 30.5 |
| 1x500 | 25.2 | 2.2 | 2.0 | 33.7 |
| 1x630 | 28.3 | 2.4 | 2.2 | 37.4 |
| 1x800 | 31.9 | 2.6 | 2.3 | 41.7 |
| 1x1000 | 35.7 | 2.8 | 2.4 | 46.2 |
| Nominal Cross Section | Diameter of Conductor (Approx.) | Nominal Insulation Thickness | Nominal Sheath Thickness | Overall Diameter (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| mm² | mm | mm | mm | mm |
| 2x1.5 | 1.4 | 0.7 | 1.8 | 9.2 |
| 2x2.5 | 1.8 | 0.7 | 1.8 | 10.0 |
| 2x4 | 2.3 | 0.7 | 1.8 | 11.0 |
| 2x6 | 2.8 | 0.7 | 1.8 | 12.0 |
| 2x10 | 3.6 | 0.7 | 1.8 | 13.6 |
| 2x16 | 4.5 | 0.7 | 1.8 | 15.4 |
| 2x25 | 5.6 | 0.9 | 1.8 | 18.4 |
| 2x35 | 6.7 | 0.9 | 1.8 | 20.6 |
| 2x50 | 8.0 | 1.0 | 1.8 | 23.6 |
| 2x70 | 9.4 | 1.1 | 1.8 | 26.8 |
| 2x95 | 11.0 | 1.1 | 1.9 | 30.2 |
| 2x120 | 12.4 | 1.2 | 2.0 | 33.7 |
| 2x150 | 13.8 | 1.4 | 2.2 | 37.5 |
| 2x185 | 15.3 | 1.6 | 2.3 | 41.6 |
| 2x240 | 17.5 | 1.7 | 2.5 | 46.7 |
| 2x300 | 19.5 | 1.8 | 2.6 | 51.4 |
| 2x400 | 22.6 | 2.0 | 2.9 | 58.9 |
| Nominal Cross Section | Diameter of Conductor (Approx.) | Nominal Insulation Thickness | Nominal Sheath Thickness | Overall Diameter (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| mm² | mm | mm | mm | mm |
| 3x1.5 | 1.4 | 0.7 | 1.8 | 9.6 |
| 3x2.5 | 1.8 | 0.7 | 1.8 | 10.5 |
| 3x4 | 2.3 | 0.7 | 1.8 | 11.6 |
| 3x6 | 2.8 | 0.7 | 1.8 | 12.6 |
| 3x10 | 3.6 | 0.7 | 1.8 | 14.4 |
| 3x16 | 4.5 | 0.7 | 1.8 | 16.3 |
| 3x25 | 5.6 | 0.9 | 1.8 | 19.5 |
| 3x35 | 6.7 | 0.9 | 1.8 | 21.9 |
| 3x50 | 8.0 | 1.0 | 1.8 | 25.1 |
| 3x70 | 9.4 | 1.1 | 1.9 | 28.7 |
| 3x95 | 11.0 | 1.1 | 2.0 | 32.4 |
| 3x120 | 12.4 | 1.2 | 2.1 | 36.1 |
| 3x150 | 13.8 | 1.4 | 2.3 | 40.3 |
| 3x185 | 15.3 | 1.6 | 2.4 | 44.6 |
| 3x240 | 17.5 | 1.7 | 2.6 | 50.2 |
| 3x300 | 19.5 | 1.8 | 2.7 | 55.2 |
| 3x400 | 22.6 | 2.0 | 3.0 | 63.3 |
| Nominal Cross Section |
Diameter of Conductor (Approx.) |
Nominal Insulation Thickness |
Nominal Sheath Thickness |
Overall Diameter (Approx.) |
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| mm^2 | (3)mm | (1)mm | (3)mm | (1)mm | mm | mm |
| 3x 16/10 | 4.5 | 3.6 | 0.7 | 0.7 | 1.8 | 17.5 |
| 3x 25/16 | 5.6 | 4.5 | 0.9 | 0.7 | 1.8 | 21.2 |
| 3x 35/16 | 6.7 | 4.5 | 0.9 | 0.7 | 1.8 | 23.8 |
| 3x 50/25 | 8 | 5.6 | 1 | 0.9 | 1.8 | 27.5 |
| 3x 70/35 | 9.4 | 6.7 | 1.1 | 0.9 | 2.0 | 31.7 |
| 3x 95/50 | 11 | 8 | 1.1 | 1 | 2.1 | 35.8 |
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Application
Packaging & Global Delivery
We use heavy-duty fumigated wooden drums and moisture-resistant packaging to ensure your cables arrive in perfect condition, whether shipped by sea, land or air to any destination worldwide.
📦IPPC/ISPM-15 Fumigated Wooden Drums— Heat-treated timber compliant with international phytosanitary regulations, available in sizes from 800mm to 3200mm flange diameter depending on cable length and drum weight capacity.
📦Moisture Protection— Cable ends sealed with heat-shrinkable end caps; entire drum wrapped in polythene stretch film and weatherproof tarpaulin to prevent moisture ingress during ocean transit.Secure Lashing
📦Secure Lashing— Heavy-duty steel strapping bands secure cable end to drum flange; outer steel battens protect outer cable layers for drums shipped without pallets.
📦Clear Marking— Each drum labeled with: cable type, size, voltage, length, net/gross weight, drum number, order number, destination port, handling symbols, and IPPC logo.
📦Container Loading— Standard 20ft/40ft GP and OT (Open Top) containers; oversize drums shipped on flat-rack containers with certified lashing chains and tensioners for ocean freight safety.
faq
What is the difference between IEC 60502-1 and BS 5467 cables?
IEC 60502-1 is the international standard for low voltage PVC insulated power cables up to 1kV, while BS 5467 is the British standard for armoured cables. Both standards cover similar cable types for 0.6/1kV applications. Our cables are manufactured to meet IEC 60502-1 requirements and can also be supplied to comply with BS 5467 upon request. The key differences are in dimensional tolerances and specific marking requirements, but the electrical and mechanical performance are essentially equivalent for most installation purposes.
Should I choose copper or aluminum conductor?
The choice depends on your project requirements:
- Copper conductors offer higher conductivity, better mechanical strength, smaller diameter for equivalent current rating, superior corrosion resistance, and easier termination. Recommended for industrial applications, smaller cross-sections, and where reliability is critical.
- Aluminum conductors provide significant cost savings (typically 30-40% material cost reduction), lighter weight for easier installation, and are commonly used for larger cross-sections in utility distribution and construction projects. Note that aluminum requires larger conductor sizes for equivalent ampacity and proper anti-oxidant treatment at terminations.
When do I need armoured cable?
Steel wire armour (SWA) or steel tape armour (STA) is recommended in the following scenarios:
- Direct burial in the ground without conduit protection
- Areas with risk of mechanical damage (construction sites, heavy traffic areas)
- Underground duct banks where pulling forces may be high
- Outdoor installations exposed to potential impact or rodent damage
- Industrial environments with heavy machinery and equipment
Unarmoured cables are suitable for indoor installation in cable trays, conduits, wall chases, and other protected locations where mechanical damage risk is minimal.
What is the recommended burial depth for direct buried armoured cable?
Standard burial depth recommendations for SWA armoured cables:
- General areas (footpaths, grass verges): minimum 600mm (24 inches) below ground level
- Under roads and driveways: minimum 900mm (36 inches) below ground level
- Under agricultural land: minimum 1000mm (40 inches)
Cables should be laid on a bed of clean sand or sifted soil, covered with sand, then protected with cable protection tiles or warning tape before backfilling. Always verify local electrical codes and regulations as requirements may vary by region.
Can you manufacture custom cable specifications?
Yes, we offer extensive customization options to meet specific project requirements including:
- Special core configurations (e.g., 3+1E, 3+2E, 4+1E, custom multi-core)
- Custom outer sheath colors (red, blue, grey, etc. for identification)
- Special print marking with customer logo, project name, or custom text
- Low smoke zero halogen (LSZH) versions for special fire safety requirements
- UV-stabilized formulations for extreme outdoor exposure
- Oil-resistant and chemical-resistant sheath compounds
- Custom length drums and packaging
Custom orders typically require MOQ and may have slightly longer lead times. Contact our sales team with your specific requirements for a quote.
What is the typical lead time for orders?
Typical production lead times:
- Standard specifications (common sizes): 7-15 working days after order confirmation
- Custom specifications or special requirements: 15-25 working days
- Large volume orders: production schedule confirmed at time of order
We also maintain inventory of fast-moving standard sizes for immediate shipment. Transit time depends on destination port and shipping method. We can ship by sea (most cost-effective for large orders), air (urgent shipments), or rail (for Central Asian destinations).