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Alpha Wire 6520 Cable, 4 Cores, 4 mm² 12 AWG, Screened, 100 ft, Grey Polyvinyl Chloride Sheath

Alpha Wire 6520 Cable, 4 Cores, 4 mm² 12 AWG, Screened, 100 ft, Grey Polyvinyl Chloride Sheath

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Alpha Wire Xtra-Guard 1 Performance Cable Multicore Cable, 4 Cores, 1.76 mm² 16, Screened, 100 ft, Grey Polyvinyl

Alpha Wire Xtra-Guard 1 Performance Cable Multicore Cable, 4 Cores, 1.76 mm² 16, Screened, 100 ft, Grey Polyvinyl

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Alpha Wire 8630 Cable, 4 Cores, 0.34 mm² 22 AWG, Unscreened, 500 ft, Grey Polyvinyl Chloride Sheath

Alpha Wire 8630 Cable, 4 Cores, 0.34 mm² 22 AWG, Unscreened, 500 ft, Grey Polyvinyl Chloride Sheath

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Alpha Wire 8630 Cable, 4 Cores, 0.34 mm² 22 AWG, Screened, 500 ft, Grey Polyvinyl Chloride Sheath

Alpha Wire 8630 Cable, 4 Cores, 0.34 mm² 22 AWG, Screened, 500 ft, Grey Polyvinyl Chloride Sheath

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Alpha Wire 8650 Cable, 4 Cores, 0.14 mm² 26 AWG, Screened, 500 ft, Grey Polyvinyl Chloride Sheath

Alpha Wire 8650 Cable, 4 Cores, 0.14 mm² 26 AWG, Screened, 500 ft, Grey Polyvinyl Chloride Sheath

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Alpha Wire 8670 Cable, 4 Cores, 0.34 mm² 22 AWG, Screened, 1000 ft, Grey Polyvinyl Chloride Sheath

Alpha Wire 8670 Cable, 4 Cores, 0.34 mm² 22 AWG, Screened, 1000 ft, Grey Polyvinyl Chloride Sheath

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Alpha Wire 8630 Cable, 4 Cores, 0.34 mm² 22 AWG, Unscreened, 100 ft, Grey Polyvinyl Chloride Sheath

Alpha Wire 8630 Cable, 4 Cores, 0.34 mm² 22 AWG, Unscreened, 100 ft, Grey Polyvinyl Chloride Sheath

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Alpha Wire 8660 Cable, 4 Cores, 0.25 mm² 24 AWG, Screened, 500 ft, Grey Polyvinyl Chloride Sheath

Alpha Wire 8660 Cable, 4 Cores, 0.25 mm² 24 AWG, Screened, 500 ft, Grey Polyvinyl Chloride Sheath

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Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.34 mm² 22 AWG, Screened, 500 ft, Grey

Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.34 mm² 22 AWG, Screened, 500 ft, Grey

RS Stock No. 277-4449

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Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.75 mm² 18 AWG, Screened, 100 ft, Grey

Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.75 mm² 18 AWG, Screened, 100 ft, Grey

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Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.25 mm² 24 AWG, Screened, 1000 ft, Grey

Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.25 mm² 24 AWG, Screened, 1000 ft, Grey

RS Stock No. 277-4685

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Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.34 mm² 22 AWG, Screened, 100 ft, Grey

Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.34 mm² 22 AWG, Screened, 100 ft, Grey

RS Stock No. 277-4714

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Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.5 mm² 20 AWG, Screened, 1000 ft, Grey

Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.5 mm² 20 AWG, Screened, 1000 ft, Grey

RS Stock No. 277-4752

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Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.25 mm² 24 AWG, Screened, 500 ft, Grey

Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.25 mm² 24 AWG, Screened, 500 ft, Grey

RS Stock No. 277-4842

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Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.25 mm² 24 AWG, Screened, 100 ft, Grey

Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.25 mm² 24 AWG, Screened, 100 ft, Grey

RS Stock No. 277-4843

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Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.25 mm² 24 AWG, Screened, 1000 ft, Grey

Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.25 mm² 24 AWG, Screened, 1000 ft, Grey

RS Stock No. 277-4870

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Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.34 mm² 22 AWG, Screened, 100 ft, Grey

Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.34 mm² 22 AWG, Screened, 100 ft, Grey

RS Stock No. 277-4892

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Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.5 mm² 20 AWG, Screened, 500 ft, Grey

Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.5 mm² 20 AWG, Screened, 500 ft, Grey

RS Stock No. 277-4921

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Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.25 mm² 24 AWG, Screened, 500 ft, Grey

Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.25 mm² 24 AWG, Screened, 500 ft, Grey

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Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.75 mm² 18 AWG, Unscreened, 500 ft, Grey

Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.75 mm² 18 AWG, Unscreened, 500 ft, Grey

RS Stock No. 277-5553

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Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.34 mm² 22 AWG, Unscreened, 500 ft, Grey

Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.34 mm² 22 AWG, Unscreened, 500 ft, Grey

RS Stock No. 277-5588

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Alpha Wire DEF STAN Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.35 mm² 22 AWG, Screened, 100 ft, White Polyvinyl Chloride Sheath

Alpha Wire DEF STAN Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.35 mm² 22 AWG, Screened, 100 ft, White Polyvinyl Chloride Sheath

RS Stock No. 277-5614

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Alpha Wire DEF STAN Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.34 mm² 22 AWG, Screened, 500 ft, Grey Polyvinyl Chloride Sheath

Alpha Wire DEF STAN Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.34 mm² 22 AWG, Screened, 500 ft, Grey Polyvinyl Chloride Sheath

RS Stock No. 277-5679

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Alpha Wire DEF STAN Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.5 mm² 20 AWG, Screened, 500 ft, Grey Polyvinyl Chloride Sheath

Alpha Wire DEF STAN Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.5 mm² 20 AWG, Screened, 500 ft, Grey Polyvinyl Chloride Sheath

RS Stock No. 277-5685

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What is armoured cable 4 core?
Armoured cable 4 core is a fixed-installation electrical cable that contains four insulated conductors (cores) typically made from copper, wrapped in galvanised steel wire armour (SWA) for mechanical protection, and covered by a durable outer sheath, usually PVC. The armour provides robust protection against physical damage, abrasion, moisture, and rodent intrusion, making it suitable for challenging environments such as outdoors, underground conduits, or in concrete trenches. The four cores are used to carry live, neutral and additional conductors for various circuit configurations, including single-phase with earth or three-phase systems with a neutral. This construction is commonly referred to as a 4-core armoured cable and is widely sold as SWA (steel wire armoured) cable in the UK and Europe.

What are common uses for armoured cable 4 core?
Common uses include power distribution to equipment and machinery in industrial settings, outdoor lighting and submains, direct burial feeders, and connections to pumps, motors, and compressors. It is ideal where cables may be exposed to physical damage or harsh weather, such as exterior walls, underground installations, and temporary or permanent outdoor installations. Typical configurations include 230/400V single-phase with earth, or 3-phase with neutral, depending on the number of cores and the circuit design. When choosing 4-core armoured cable, engineers often specify sizes like 1.5mm², 2.5mm², 4mm², or 6mm² to match current requirements and voltage ratings.

How do I choose the right size and rating of armoured cable 4 core?
Selection depends on the voltage rating, ambient conditions, installation method, and current-carrying capacity. Key factors include:
  • Conductor cross-sectional area (1.5mm², 2.5mm², 4mm², 6mm², etc.) which determines current capacity
  • Voltage rating (typically 300/500V or 600/1000V for armoured cables)
  • Outer sheath material (PVC) and any variants (LSZH for low smoke zero halogen environments)
  • Temperature rating of the insulation (commonly 70°C for PVC insulated conductors)
  • Installation environment (indoors, outdoors, underground direct burial, or in conduit)
To ensure safe operation, consult the current carrying capacity charts and local electrical codes, and select a size with a comfortable margin above the expected continuous load.

What are the differences between armoured cable 4 core and other types of cables?
Armoured cable 4 core differs from non-armoured or flex cables in the following ways:
  • : Armoured cables have galvanised steel wire armour (SWA) that shields conductors from mechanical damage, vibration, and impact, making them suitable for outdoor or underground use.
  • Conductor configuration: 4-core cables carry four insulated conductors, which can be used for single-phase or three-phase circuits, often with earth/neutral depending on the circuit design.
  • Outer sheath: They feature a robust outer sheath (usually PVC or LSZH) designed for environmental exposure and moisture resistance.
  • Applications: Ideal for fixed installations, industrial environments, and direct burial in compliant installations; non-armoured cables are typically used for internal wiring and applications with less physical risk.
When selecting, consider the installation scenario, required protection level, and compatibility with termination glands and connectors designed for armoured cables.

How do I install and terminate armoured cable 4 core safely?
Safe installation combines planning, proper tools, and correct termination hardware. Key steps:
  • Power off at the main supply and verify zero voltage before handling any conductors.
  • Plan the route to avoid sharp bends and physical damage; maintain the minimum bending radius specified by the manufacturer.
  • Use appropriate protective conduits or trays if required by the installation environment and ensure the armoured layer remains intact during routing.
  • Prepare terminations with correctly rated glands and end caps, ensuring continuity of the armour to earth if required by the installation standard.
  • Secure the cable with clamps and avoid over-tightening; ensure the armour is not damaged at entry points.
  • Make sure joints and terminations are moisture-tight and suitable for outdoor or underground use if applicable.
  • Test insulation resistance and continuity after installation, and seal any access points to protect against moisture ingress.
Always follow local electrical codes and use a qualified electrician for installation and testing.

Can armoured cable 4 core be buried directly, and what are the requirements?
Direct burial of armoured cable is common in many installations because the armour provides physical protection. If burial is planned, ensure:
  • The cable is rated for direct burial and installed at a depth that complies with local regulations.
  • There is a suitable warning tape and protection against sharp objects or heavy loads above the burial route.
  • The outer sheath and armour are compatible with underground exposure to moisture, soil minerals, and temperature variations.
  • All joints and terminations are properly sealed and the glands are rated for outdoor or underground use.
Always check the specific BS EN or national standards applicable in your region and consult the supplier’s data sheets for minimum bend radii, maximum operating temperatures, and installation safety guidelines.

What accessories do I need with armoured cable 4 core?
Essential accessories include:
  • Compression glands or armour glands designed for armoured cables to ensure a secure and earth-continuity-friendly termination.
  • End caps or protective caps to seal the open ends for moisture protection.
  • Cable clips, straps, and saddles for routing and fixing along walls or ducts.
  • Jointing kits or repair sleeves for extending or repairing damaged sections of armour or conductor insulation.
  • Conduit, trunking, or ducting if required by the installation environment, plus sealing compounds for moisture control.
Verify compatibility with the chosen cable size (core count and armour type) and the termination equipment specified by RS Components or your local supplier.

What standards and safety considerations apply to armoured cable 4 core?
Armoured cables are designed to meet low-voltage electrical standards and general electrical safety requirements. Typical considerations include:
  • Conformance to regional electrical wiring standards (for example, BS EN, IEC, or national variants) for fixed installations and protections.
  • Proper insulation insulation voltage rating, temperature rating, and moisture resistance for outdoor and underground use.
  • Correct sizing for current, voltage, and fault conditions, with adequate protection devices (fuse or breaker) in the distribution path.
  • Use of appropriate glands, connectors, and termination methods to maintain earth continuity and mechanical protection.
  • Regular inspection and testing to ensure integrity of the armour and insulation over time, especially in harsh environments.
Always consult the product data sheets from RS Components and follow local regulations when selecting and installing armoured cable 4 core.

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