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6242Y 2.5B/BB

6242Y 2.5mm Twin & Earth, Blue/brown Cable (100mt coil) PXCABLES

FOR USE IN THE UK ONLY

6242Y BASEC approved standard house-wiring cable with a grey PVC outer sheath. This type of cable is mainly used for house wiring andpower circuits.

  • Cable size: 2.5mm
  • Corecolours: blue, brown plus bare earth
  • Insulation:PVC
  • Conductor:2 x solid plain copper cores
  • Sheath: Grey PVC (Polyvinyl-Chloride)
  • Voltage rating:300/500 volts
  • Maximum Current rating: 24 amps
  • Temperature rating:0°C to +70°C
  • Overall diameter:5.40 x 10.50mm
  • Bending radius: 3 x overall diameter
  • RoHS approved
  • BASEC and BS6004 approved
  • 100 metre coil
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Product Information

The 2.5mm Twin and Earth cable is suitable for indoor installation and domestic/residential projects. The 2.5mm twin and earth cable consists of 3 cores including two cores and an earth core. The earth core is wrapped in a distinguishing green and yellow sleeve to ensure safe installation. 

Using the 2.5mm twin and earth cable, you can power your mains electricity. Our range of 6242Y 2.5mm cables is suitable for a wide range of applications, with a maximum temperature range of 70°C. The three core colours of the 2.5mm twin and earth cable is blue, brown and earth (yellow/green). 

The 6242Y 2.5mm cable is sold in lengths of 100 meters. This range of 2.5mm twin and earth cable can only sold in the UK. 

Product Details

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Brand PXCABLES
Weight (kg) 12.180000
Cable Code 6242Y
No of Cores 3
Size 2.5mm
Length of Cable 100 Metre Coil
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Delivery Information

Location Shipping Method Shipping Charges Timescales
Mainland UK Standard Delivery £3.95 1-2 days from dispatched
Northern Ireland Standard Delivery £3.95 Next working day once dispatched
Republic of Ireland Standard Delivery £3.95 Next working day once dispatched

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Cancellations and Returns

Meteor Electrical Limited will accept returns up until 14 days after dispatch date on the conditions

  • The Goods are in all original packaging
  • The materials contain all original documentation (instructions, manuals, warranties or any other literature)
  • Product is deemed by our returns department to be in a re-sellable condition

All refunds are made to the same payment method used originally to place the order (e.g. VISA Card) - unless specifically requested otherwise.

Faulty Products

  • Products that are faulty must be returned within the manufacturer’s warranty period.
  • The complete product must be returned, unless previously agreed by Meteor Electrical in writing; incomplete items of parts may not be returned.
  • Products within the manufacturers specific warranty period will be repaired, replaced, or a refund given at the discretion of the Manufacture.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 2.5mm twin and earth cable?

The 6242Y cable / 2.5mm Twin and Earth cable is commonly utilized in residential and domestic applications. The most typical application for this wire is in circuits that deliver electricity to sockets. It is made up of two cores and an earth core, which must all be wrapped in the distinctive green and yellow sleeve before being worn.

Where can 2.5mm twin and earth cable be installed?

The 2.5 mm twin and earth cable can be used in a wide range of applications. It is mostly used for in-house wiring projects. The 6242Y cable can be used in both domestic and commercial projects. It is not recommended to use 2.5mm twin and earth cables for external installations. It is advised to use a SWA cable instead. 

What is the maximum current of the 2.5mm twin and earth cable?

The maximum current rating of the 624Y 2.5mm cable is 24 amps. It is important to not exceed the current rating of the 2.5mm twin and earth cable to ensure safe electrical practices. 

What are the core colours of the 2.5mm twin and earth cable?

The core colours of the 6242Y 2.5mm cable are blue, brown and earth (yellow/green). 

What is the bending radius of the 2.5mm twin and earth cable?

The bending radius of the 6242Y 2.5 mm twin and earth cable is 3x overall diameter. 

What length is the twin and earth cable?

The 2.5 mm twin and earth cable is 100m long. It cannot be cut to a certain length. 

What Is the max load of the 2.5mm twin and earth cable?

The max load of the 2.5mm twin and earth cable is 24 amps. 

Can 2.5mm twin and earth cable be used with sockets?

Yes, the 2.5 mm twin and earth cable is extremely common for wiring sockets. The 6242Y 2.5mm is the ideal cable choice for socket installations. 

Can I use the 2.5mm twin and earth cable outdoors?

The 2.5 mm twin and earth cable is more common for indoor installations. However, you can use it for external installation. The 6242Y 2.5mm cable is just not designed to be suitable for external applications as it is not waterproof. 

What is the maximum temperature rating of the 2.5mm twin and earth cable?

The 6242Y 2.5mm cable has a maximum temperature of 70°C.

Is 2.5mm twin and earth cable waterproof?

6242Y 2.5mm Twin & Earth, Blue/brown Cable is not designed to be fully waterproof. It is not moisture resistant therefore is more common for internal installations. 

Is 2.5mm twin and earth cable safe to use?

The 6242Y 2.5mm Twin & Earth, Blue/brown Cable is designed to be RoHS, BASEC and BS6004 approved.