Asl 10.0mm Single Core Cable Red (Per metre)

Description

Asl 10.0mm Single Core Cable Red (Per metre): High-Current Phase Conductor

Single-core cables are fundamental building blocks in electrical installation, used extensively for internal wiring within buildings, distribution boards, and heavy equipment. This 10.0mm² single cable, available cut to length per metre, features a stranded copper conductor insulated with high-quality red PVC, specifically intended for live and phase conductors in high-current applications where substantial conductor size is essential.

The 10.0mm² conductor size offers significant current-carrying capacity, making this cable suitable for main phase conductors, high-power equipment supplies, and distribution circuits. By offering this cable per metre, you can order precisely what your project requires without waste.

Asl 10.0mm Single Core Cable Red (Per metre): Key Specifications

Asl 10.0mm Single Core Cable Red (Per metre): Conductor Construction

The conductor is manufactured from plain annealed copper, chosen for its excellent electrical conductivity and ductility. For a 10.0mm² cable, the stranded construction typically consists of 7 strands of 1.35mm diameter wire or 19 strands of smaller diameter, depending on the specific manufacturer.

This stranding offers several advantages for larger conductor sizes:

• Flexibility: Even with the substantial cross-section, stranded construction provides manageable flexibility for installation around corners and into termination points.

• Handling: Easier to route and terminate than solid conductors of equivalent size.

• Termination: Provides excellent contact area in heavy-duty terminals and crimped lugs.

• Reliability: Stranded construction resists work-hardening and fatigue in fixed installations.

Asl 10.0mm Single Core Cable Red (Per metre): PVC Insulation

The red PVC insulation for this heavy-duty cable serves multiple critical functions:

Electrical Insulation: Provides excellent dielectric strength, preventing electrical leakage and ensuring safe containment of the live conductor at high currents.

Mechanical Protection: The substantial insulation thickness protects the copper conductor from abrasion, impact, and damage during installation and service.

Colour Identification: The red insulation provides clear visual identification as a live or phase conductor. In traditional UK wiring colour schemes, red indicates live connections.

Environmental Resistance: PVC offers good resistance to moisture, chemicals, and UV exposure (when installed within appropriate containment).

Temperature Rating: Rated for continuous operation up to 70°C, suitable for normal operating conditions in buildings.

Asl 10.0mm Single Core Cable Red (Per metre): Current Ratings

The current-carrying capacity of 10.0mm² cable depends significantly on installation method:

These ratings are typical and may vary based on ambient temperature, grouping with other cables, and specific installation conditions. Reference should be made to the current edition of wiring regulations for final sizing.

Asl 10.0mm Single Core Cable Red (Per metre): Applications

This heavy-duty single-core cable is suitable for numerous high-current applications:

Phase Conductors: Used as live or phase conductors in three-phase distribution circuits, connecting distribution boards to sub-mains and final circuits.

High-Power Equipment: Supplies power to large motors, industrial machinery, commercial kitchen equipment, and high-power heating systems requiring substantial current capacity.

Distribution Circuits: Used in sub-main distribution circuits from main switchgear to distribution boards in large premises.

Switchgear Connections: Provides connections within switchgear, control panels, and distribution boards where high-current phase conductors are required.

Generator Connections: Used for output cables from generators to changeover switches and distribution points.

Industrial Installations: Wiring for factories, warehouses, and industrial plants where significant power distribution is required.

Rising Mains: Suitable for vertical distribution in multi-storey buildings where substantial phase conductors are needed.

Asl 10.0mm Single Core Cable Red (Per metre): Voltage Rating

The 450/750V voltage rating indicates:

• 450V: Voltage to earth (phase to neutral/earth)

• 750V: Voltage between phases

This makes the cable suitable for standard single-phase and three-phase installations up to 750V, covering all normal domestic and commercial applications, including high-power circuits.

Asl 10.0mm Single Core Cable Red (Per metre): Why Buy Per Metre?

Purchasing this heavy-duty cable by the metre offers several practical advantages:

Cost-Effective: Buy exactly what you need for your specific project. No waste and no unused cable left coiled.

Project-Specific: Perfect for equipment connections where you might need 3 metres or for distribution runs requiring 15 metres. Ordering per metre gives you complete control over quantities.

No Storage Issues: Avoid storing bulky coils of expensive, large-diameter cable. Order precisely for your current requirements.

Flexible Quantities: Need 2.5 metres for one connection and 12 metres for another? Order exactly per metre.

Asl 10.0mm Single Core Cable Red (Per metre): Installation Considerations

Conduit and Trunking: This cable is designed for installation within conduit, trunking, or other approved containment systems that provide mechanical protection. Its substantial size requires appropriately sized containment.

Termination: Due to the large conductor size, appropriate termination methods are essential. Use suitable crimped lugs, heavy-duty terminals, or mechanical connectors designed for 10.0mm² conductors.

Bending Radius: The minimum bending radius should be observed to prevent damage. Typically 3-4 times the cable diameter, which for 10.0mm² cable is approximately 30-40mm.

Stripping: Use appropriate cable stripping tools designed for larger conductors to remove insulation without nicking or damaging the copper strands.

Derating: When multiple cables are bunched together or run in thermal insulation, derating factors apply. Consult wiring regulations for guidance.

Support: For vertical runs, ensure the cable is adequately supported to prevent strain on terminations due to its weight.

Asl 10.0mm Single Core Cable Red (Per metre): Colour Coding

The red insulation colour is traditionally used for live and phase conductors in fixed wiring. In three-phase systems, red may be used to identify one of the phases. Using correctly identified cables is essential for:

Safety: Ensures that anyone working on the installation can immediately identify live conductors, reducing the risk of electric shock.

Compliance: Wiring regulations require conductors to be identified by appropriate colours for their function.

Testing and Inspection: Makes testing and verification of circuits straightforward and reliable.

Maintenance: Facilitates future modifications and fault-finding by providing clear visual identification.

Note: In modern harmonised wiring, brown is now the standard colour for live conductors, while red may still be encountered in existing installations and certain specialist applications.

Asl 10.0mm Single Core Cable Red (Per metre): Important Notes

Continuous Length: When you order multiple metres, you will receive one continuous length of cable, not multiple separate pieces. For example, ordering 5 metres supplies a single 5-metre length.

Cut to Order: Each length is cut from a full reel specifically for your order per metre. This may add a small processing time to dispatch.

Returns: Due to hygiene and safety reasons, cut cable cannot be returned unless faulty. Please measure your requirements carefully before ordering per metre.

Asl 10.0mm Single Core Cable Red (Per metre): Measuring Your Needs

To determine how much cable you require for your project:

1. Equipment Supply: Measure from the distribution board or isolator to the equipment position, following the intended cable route.

2. Distribution Run: Measure from the main switchgear to the sub-distribution board location.

3. Phase Connections: Measure the required length for phase conductors within switchgear and control panels.

4. Always add extra for connections at each end—typically 150-200mm per termination to allow for comfortable working.

5. Allow for routing around corners, through walls, and along cable trays.

When installed correctly within appropriate containment and in accordance with current wiring regulations, Asl 10.0mm Single Core Cable Red, available per metre, provides a safe, reliable, and high-capacity solution for phase conductors and high-current power distribution in residential, commercial, and industrial applications. Order the exact length you need today.