Armoured Electrical Cable

Swa cable which means steel wire armoured is heavy and difficult to bend which helps to reduce the risk of pinching and damage.

Armoured electrical cable.

The unique characteristics of this all in one cable assembly provide an alternative to labor intensive cable in conduit installation methods. Find armored cable at lowe s today. General cable s armored cable products offer distinct advantages and deliver maximum performance and ease of installation for a broad range of commercial industrial and utility applications. Bx ac 90 armored electrical cable model 1404n30 afc 59 23 59 ft 59 23 59 ft free delivery.

Use metal clad mc with a metal sheath specifically listed as impervious to water or underground feeder branch circuit cable uf either by itself or in a conduit system approved for use in wet locations if you desire additional. Bx is cut with a hacksaw. Older bx cables without an internal bonding strip are not accepted by nec. Solid cu mc.

The national electrical code prohibits use of bx technically named armored cable ac in wet locations. Nm cable can be cut with a lineman s pliers or even with the cutter on a wire stripper. It is one of a number of armoured electrical cables which include 11 kv cable and 33 kv cable and is found in underground systems power networks and cable ducting. The best means for cutting it is to use cable cutters which are designed specifically to cut through armored cable without damaging wires.

In electrical power distribution armoured cable usually means steel wire armoured cable swa which is a hard wearing power cable designed for the supply of mains electricity. Southwire 12 2 x 15 ft. If you are only making a few cuts you can use side cutters to cut through the armor instead. Nm cable is also accepted by the nec.

Bx is accepted by the national electrical code nec. Better yet use a special armored cable cutting tool. Shop 51 21 results for armored cables. Set your store to see local availability add to cart.

Armoured cable is covered by a metal sheath which protects the cable from water and extreme temperatures allowing it to be used in underground or external projects as well as indoor applications.