Description
Overview:
This Twin & Earth cable is a flat, domestic-grade fixed wiring cable for general electrical installations. It features two PVC-insulated solid copper conductors plus a bare circuit protective conductor (earth) under a tough grey PVC outer sheath. With a conductor size commonly referred to as 1.5 mm (1.5 mm2 cross-sectional area) and a supplied length of 10 metres (32.8 feet), it is a practical choice for lighting and other low-load circuits in homes, workshops, and small commercial spaces. The flat profile sits neatly on walls and joists for first fix work and is easy to clip, route, and terminate into standard accessories such as switches, junction boxes, and ceiling roses. Ideal for professional electricians and capable DIY users seeking reliable, tidy, and consistent results. MPN: 124 0316.
Key Features:
- 10 m length (32.8 ft) supplied in a manageable coil for straightforward handling and storage
- 1.5 mm (1.5 mm2) solid copper conductors for efficient conductivity and stable terminations
- Twin PVC-insulated cores (live and neutral) plus a bare earth conductor for standard UK fixed wiring practices
- Flat, grey PVC sheath for easy clipping and a low-profile finish along walls, joists, and battens
- Durable construction suited to indoor domestic and light commercial environments
- Smooth sheath and cores for easier stripping and faster installation with common tools
- Works with standard cable clips, junction boxes, back boxes, and lighting accessories
- Suitable for lighting circuits and other low-load circuits when correctly installed and protected
- Consistent performance for first and second fix stages on refurbishment or new build projects
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 124 0316 for easy identification
Typical Applications:
Used for fixed wiring of lighting circuits, switch drops, and short runs to junction boxes and light fittings. Suitable for extending or upgrading domestic lighting, powering control circuits for fans or sensors, and general low-load wiring indoors. Appropriate for first fix in renovations, garages, and workshops where a neat, flat cable route is preferred.
Also known as:
Twin and earth, T&E, 1.5 mm lighting cable, flat twin with earth, flat twin cable with CPC (earth), 1.5 mm twin & earth wire, 6242Y-style flat domestic cable.
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 124 0316 |
|---|---|
| Unit of Sale | 10 |
| Key Features | - 10 m length for easy handling and storage - 1.5 mm solid copper conductors for efficient conductivity - Twin PVC-insulated cores plus bare earth conductor - Flat grey PVC sheath for low-profile wall installation - Suitable for lighting and low-load circuits indoors |
