Prysmian 6242Y Twin & Earth Cable 2 x 1.5mm² + 1.0mm² CPC Grey

Prysmian 6242Y Twin & Earth Cable 2 x 1.5mm² + 1.0mm² CPC Grey Prysmian 6242Y 1.5mm twin and earth cable is a dependable flat electrical cable designed for fixed wiring installations in domestic, commercial, and industrial settings. With 2 x 1.5mm² solid copper conductors, a 1.0mm² bare CPC, PVC insulation, and a durable grey PVC sheath, it is a trusted choice for lighting, switching, ring, and radial circuits. Built for everyday installation work, this 6242Y cable offers the practical balance of durability, straightforward handling, and reliable fixed wiring performance that electricians, contractors, and installers look for. Its flat profile makes it suitable for routing in walls, on boards, in conduit, trunking, or embedded in plaster. Key Features Prysmian 6242Y flat PVC insulated and sheathed wiring cable 2 x 1.5mm² solid copper conductors 1.0mm² bare CPC (protective conductor) 300/500V rated Grey PVC outer sheath PVC insulated cores Suitable for fixed installation Designed for lighting and switching circuits Also suitable for ring and radial circuits Flat cable format for practical installation work Technical Specifications Cable type 6242Y flat PVC insulated and sheathed wiring cable with bare CPC Brand Prysmian Number of cores 2 Live/neutral conductor size 1.5mm² Protective conductor size 1.0mm² bare CPC Conductor type Solid copper Voltage rating 300/500V Insulation material PVC Sheath material PVC Sheath colour Grey Approx. cable height 4.7mm Approx. cable width 8.6mm Approx. weight 74kg/km Max conductor temperature 70°C Min operation temperature -15°C Min installation temperature 0°C Max installation temperature 60°C Applications / Uses This cable is suitable for fixed installation in domestic, commercial, and industrial premises, including: Lighting circuits Switching circuits Ring circuits Radial circuits Walls Boards Conduit Trunking Embedded in plaster Why choose this cable? Trusted Prysmian quality A recognised cable brand widely used for fixed wiring applications. Practical for everyday installation The flat profile helps with neat, efficient routing in common installation environments. Ideal for lighting and fixed wiring work A dependable choice for electricians needing 1.5mm twin and earth cable for lighting, switching, ring, and radial circuits. Clear, standard specification Built to the recognised 6242Y format with 2 solid copper conductors and bare CPC. Compliance / Standards BS 6004 BS EN 60332-1-2 For current ratings, refer to Table 4D5 of BS 7671 Requirements for Electrical Installations. Length Options Available in the following cut lengths: 5m / 10m / 15m / 20m / 25m / 30m / 40m / 50m / 60m / 70m / 80m / 90m / 100m FAQs What is this cable used for? This Prysmian 6242Y cable is commonly used for lighting circuits, switching circuits, ring circuits, and radial circuits in fixed installations. Is this a flat twin and earth cable? Yes, it is a flat PVC insulated and sheathed wiring cable with a bare CPC. What conductor sizes does this cable have? It has 2 x 1.5mm² solid copper conductors and a 1.0mm² bare CPC. Where can this cable be installed? It is suitable for fixed installation in walls, on boards, in conduit, trunking, or embedded in plaster in domestic, commercial, and industrial premises. What standards does this cable meet? The datasheet states compliance with BS 6004 and BS EN 60332-1-2.