Tronic 1.5mm Single Cable Green (per metre)

Description

Tronic 1.5mm Single Cable Green (per metre): Dedicated Earthing Conductor

Single-core cables are fundamental building blocks in electrical installation, used extensively for earthing connections within buildings, control panels, and equipment. This 1.5mm² single cable, available cut to length per metre, features a stranded copper conductor insulated with high-quality green PVC, specifically intended for protective earth and bonding applications where reliable earthing is essential .

The 1.5mm² conductor size is one of the most commonly used for earthing conductors and general wiring, offering an excellent balance of current capacity and flexibility. By offering this cable per metre, you can order precisely what your project requires without waste.

Tronic 1.5mm Single Cable Green (per metre): Key Specifications

Tronic 1.5mm Single Cable Green (per metre): Conductor Construction

The conductor is manufactured from 99.9% pure copper, chosen for its excellent electrical conductivity and ductility . This high-purity copper ensures optimal performance and minimal energy loss in your electrical installations. The stranded construction consists of multiple fine copper wires twisted together, providing excellent flexibility for easy installation .

This stranding offers several advantages:

• Flexibility: Easier to bend and route through conduit and trunking compared to solid conductors

• Vibration Resistance: Less prone to work-hardening and breaking in applications subject to movement

• Termination: Provides better contact area in screw terminals and earth clamps

• Handling: Easier to strip and prepare for connection

• Quality: 99.9% pure copper conductor for superior performance and reliability

Tronic 1.5mm Single Cable Green (per metre): PVC Insulation

The green PVC insulation serves multiple critical functions:

Electrical Insulation: Provides excellent dielectric strength, preventing electrical leakage and ensuring safe isolation of the protective conductor where required.

Mechanical Protection: Protects the copper conductor from abrasion, impact, and damage during installation and service.

Flame Retardant: The PVC insulation is flame retardant, meeting IEC 60332-1-2 standards and enhancing safety in electrical installations .

Colour Identification: The green/yellow insulation provides clear visual identification as a dedicated protective earth conductor, ensuring compliance with wiring regulations .

Environmental Resistance: PVC offers good resistance to moisture, chemicals, and UV exposure (when installed within appropriate containment). The materials used are cadmium-free, contain no silicone, and are free from substances harmful to the wetting properties of lacquers .

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

Tronic 1.5mm Single Cable Green (per metre): Current Ratings

The current-carrying capacity of 1.5mm² cable depends 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.

Tronic 1.5mm Single Cable Green (per metre): Applications

This versatile single-core cable is suitable for numerous earthing applications:

Earthing Conductors: Used as protective earth conductors in lighting circuits, power circuits, and final sub-circuits where a separate earth wire is required .

Supplementary Bonding: Ideal for supplementary bonding connections in bathrooms, kitchens, and other locations requiring additional protection.

Switch Drops: Suitable for switch drops where an earth conductor is required for Class I lighting fittings.

Conduit Wiring: Ideal for drawing into conduit systems in commercial and industrial installations where individual insulated earth conductors are required.

Control Panels: Used for internal wiring of control panels, distribution boards, and electrical enclosures where earth connections are needed.

Domestic Wiring: 1.5mm is commonly used for lights and other lighter wiring applications .

Extension Wiring: Suitable for extending circuits where an earth conductor is required within appropriate mechanical protection.

Tronic 1.5mm Single Cable Green (per metre): Why Buy Per Metre?

Purchasing this 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 small jobs like earthing a single socket or replacing a bonding connection. Ordering per metre gives you complete control over quantities.

No Storage Issues: Avoid storing bulky coils of cable. Order precisely for your current requirements.

Flexible Quantities: Need 2 metres for one job and 7 metres for another? Order exactly per metre.

Tronic 1.5mm Single Cable Green (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. Suitable for flexible applications with free movement in dry, damp and wet rooms .

Bending Radius: The minimum bending radius should be observed to prevent damage to the conductor or insulation. Typically 3-4 times the cable diameter for fixed installations .

Stripping: Use appropriate cable stripping tools to remove insulation without nicking or damaging the copper conductor strands.

Termination: Ensure conductors are correctly terminated in suitable terminals or earth clamps, with no stray strands exposed. The correct torque should be applied for the terminal type.

Derating: When multiple cables are bunched together, derating factors apply to the current-carrying capacity. Consult wiring regulations for guidance.

Temperature Range: Suitable for fixed installation from -40°C to +80°C, with flexible applications from -5°C to +80°C .

Colour Identification: Ensure green/yellow insulation is used only for earthing purposes. This colour combination is internationally recognised for protective earth conductors .

Tronic 1.5mm Single Cable Green (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: Tronic prioritises customer satisfaction. For any exchange application, the product must be unused, undamaged, and in its original packaging. Applications must be submitted within 5 days of delivery, and the product returned within 3 days of application approval. All logistic-related costs may apply.

Tronic 1.5mm Single Cable Green (per metre): Quality and Compliance

This cable is manufactured to meet rigorous international standards:

• IEC 60228 Class 5: Complies with international standards for stranded copper conductors

• Flame Retardant: Meets IEC 60332-1-2 standards for fire performance

• High Purity Copper: 99.9% pure copper for superior conductivity

• RoHS Compliance: Free from hazardous substances

• Cadmium-Free: Materials contain no cadmium

• Silicone-Free: Materials contain no silicone

• Resistance: Largely resistant to oils

Tronic 1.5mm Single Cable Green (per metre): Measuring Your Needs

To determine how much cable you require:

1. Earthing Connections: Measure from the earth terminal to the bonding point, allowing for routing around obstacles.

2. Supplementary Bonding: Measure distances in bathrooms or kitchens where additional bonding is required.

3. Switch Drops: Measure from the ceiling rose to the switch position for circuits requiring earth conductors.

4. Always add extra for connections at each end—typically 100-150mm 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, Tronic 1.5mm Single Cable Green, available per metre, provides a safe, reliable, and clearly identified earthing solution for fixed wiring in residential, commercial, and industrial applications. Order the exact length you need today.