6242Y Twin & Earth Cable – Grey Standard PVC

Premium Domestic Wiring Cable for Fixed Installations

Manufactured to BS 6004:2012, this cable meets BASEC-approved standards and is commonly used in lighting circuits, socket outlets, cookers, and showers.

Trusted UK Suppliers

Our 6242Y Twin & Earth cables come from two highly trusted UK suppliers – Jaylow Supplies and Pitacs. When you purchase this cable from us, it may be from either of these suppliers, depending on stock availability at the time of your order. Both brands are renowned for their high-quality electrical products, ensuring compliance, reliability, and safety.

Harmonised Colour Coding

Brown – Live (formerly Red)
Blue – Neutral (formerly Black)
Bare Copper (or Green/Yellow sleeved) – Earth

Key Features

Complies with BS 6004:2012 – Ensures safety, performance, and durability.
Harmonised Wiring Colours – Meets BS 7671 IET Wiring Regulations.
BASEC Approved – Certified for quality and compliance.
Supplied by Jaylow Supplies & Pitacs – Trusted UK manufacturers.
Multiple Applications – Suitable for lighting circuits, ring mains, sockets, cookers, and showers.
Technical Specifications – 6242Y Twin & Earth PVC Cable

The current capacity values provided below are for guidance only. For precise calculations and installation guidelines, always refer to the latest edition of BS 7671 IET Wiring Regulations.

Product Code	Core Size (mm²)	Type of Copper Conductor	Max. Diameter (mm)	Current Capacity (A)	Max. Conductor Resistance at 20°C (Ohm/km)	Outer Sheath Colour	Inner Core Colour	Typical Usage
6242Y1.0	1.0	Solid	4.8 x 8.7	16	18.1	Grey	Brown, Blue, Bare Earth	Lighting Circuits
6242Y1.5	1.5	Solid	5.3 x 9.7	20	12.1	Grey	Brown, Blue, Bare Earth	Heavy-Duty Lighting Circuits
6242Y2.5	2.5	Solid	6.2 x 11.7	27	7.41	Grey	Brown, Blue, Bare Earth	Ring Mains & Socket Outlets
6242Y4.0	4.0	Stranded	6.9 x 13.1	37	4.61	Grey	Brown, Blue, Bare Earth	High-Load Ring Mains & Socket Outlets
6242Y6.0	6.0	Stranded	7.8 x 15.0	47	3.08	Grey	Brown, Blue, Bare Earth	Light-Duty Cookers & Showers
6242Y10.0	10.0	Stranded	9.5 x 18.9	64	1.83	Grey	Brown, Blue, Bare Earth	High-Load Cookers & Showers
6242Y16.0	16.0	Stranded	10.8 x 20.9	85	1.15	Grey	Brown, Blue, Bare Earth	Light Commercial & Consumer Units

Applications

Lighting Circuits – Ideal for domestic and commercial lighting installations.
Ring Mains & Sockets – Suitable for general power distribution.
Cookers & Showers – Handles high-load electrical appliances.
Commercial & Residential Wiring – Approved for safe electrical installations.

Why Choose 6242Y Twin & Earth Cable?

High Quality & Durability – Made from premium-grade copper for better conductivity.
BS 6004 Compliance – Meets UK electrical safety standards.
Harmonised Colour Coding – Conforms to modern wiring regulations.
Supplied by Trusted UK Manufacturers – Jaylow Supplies & Pitacs ensure high standards.

Summary

The 6242Y Twin & Earth PVC Cable is a BASEC-approved domestic wiring cable, designed for lighting circuits, socket outlets, and high-load applications like cookers and showers. Manufactured to BS 6004:2012, it features harmonised wiring colours for compliance with BS 7671 IET Wiring Regulations. Our stock is sourced from two leading UK suppliers – Jaylow Supplies and Pitacs, ensuring quality and reliability. The current capacity values provided are for guidance only, and electricians should refer to BS 7671 Wiring Regulations for accurate installation specifications.

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