Flat Twin & Earth Cable 6242Y / TPS

Flat twin and earth cable combines two or three insulated live conductors with a protective earth conductor under one PVC sheath. It is the standard wiring cable for socket outlets, lighting and cooker circuits in the UK, Middle East, Africa and Australia, made to BS 6004 (6242Y) and AS/NZS 5000.2.

Integrated earth conductor for complete circuit protection
Brown/blue or red/black core colours to local standards
Grey or white sheath with clear printed marking
Low-smoke and fire-retardant versions on request

BS 6004AS/NZS 5000.2IEC 60227IEC 60228

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MOQ: 100 m per size

Overview

Key Features

Integrated earth conductor for complete circuit protection

Brown/blue or red/black core colours to local standards

Grey or white sheath with clear printed marking

Low-smoke and fire-retardant versions on request

Cable Structure

#	Layer	Material / Description
1	Conductor	Bare copper, solid (Class 1) or stranded (Class 2)
2	Insulation	PVC, 70 °C rated
3	Earth conductor	Bare copper earth (CPC), or yellow/green insulated
4	Outer sheath	PVC, flat profile, easy-strip

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Value
Types / models	6242Y, TPS 2C+E, BVVB+E
Rated voltage	300/500 V
Conductor	Bare copper, solid (Class 1) or stranded (Class 2)
Cross-section	1.0 – 16 mm² (E: 1.0 – 6 mm²)
Number of cores	2C + E, 3C + E
Operating temperature	-15 °C … +70 °C
Flame performance	Flame retardant, IEC 60332-1
Colours	White, grey or customised
Standard length	100 m / 200 m coils, 500 m–1000 m drums

Specifications above are typical values. Other sizes, cores, colours and standards are available on request.

Standards & Certifications

BS 6004PVC insulated cables (Twin & Earth 6242Y)

AS/NZS 5000.2Electric cables – PVC insulated, up to 450/750 V

IEC 60227PVC insulated cables up to 450/750 V

IEC 60228Conductors of insulated cables

Application Scenarios

Residential & commercial buildings

Lighting circuits, sockets and distribution boards in houses, apartments, offices and shops.

Appliances & extension leads

Power cords for household appliances, power tools, extension reels and portable equipment.

Packaging & Shipping

Wires are wound in 100 m or 200 m coils, wrapped in PE shrink film with a product label, then packed in strong export cartons on pallets. Larger sizes and long lengths are supplied on wooden drums. Each coil is marked with brand, type, size, standard and meter marking. We load 20GP/40HQ containers at Ningbo or Shanghai port and offer FOB, CFR, CIF and DDP terms with full export documents (commercial invoice, packing list, B/L, certificate of origin and test report).

OEM packing FOB · CFR · CIF · DDP Test report MOQ: 100 m per size

FAQ

What standards does Flat Twin & Earth Cable 6242Y / TPS comply with?

TKG CHINA manufactures Flat Twin & Earth Cable 6242Y / TPS in accordance with BS 6004, AS/NZS 5000.2, IEC 60227 and IEC 60228. A factory test report is supplied with every shipment, and third-party inspection can be arranged on request.

Can I order Flat Twin & Earth Cable 6242Y / TPS with custom specifications or my own brand?

Yes. Conductor size, number of cores, colours, sheath printing, length and packaging can all be customised. OEM printing with your brand, labels and cartons is available.

What is the MOQ and lead time for Flat Twin & Earth Cable 6242Y / TPS?

The MOQ is usually 100 m per size. Standard specifications ship within 7–20 days after deposit, and samples can be prepared within a few days.

How do I get a price for Flat Twin & Earth Cable 6242Y / TPS?

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