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Description
Flexible 16mm Blue Meter Tail – Sold Per Metre – Supplied by UK Cables
The 16mm Double Insulated Flexible Meter Tail is a soft, bendable 6181Y cable ideal for fast and tidy electrical work. Supplied by UK Cables, it’s designed for easy handling and smooth installation. It is sold by the metre, giving you full control over length and waste.
Easy to Use, Safer to Install
This tail uses a 19-strand copper core, making it far more flexible than regular 7-strand meter tails. It folds easily into tight spaces and is less likely to kink or stress terminals. You’ll get a cleaner, faster install that electricians prefer.
Key Features – 16mm² Blue Flexible Cable
- 19-Strand Conductor: Ultra-flexible and easy to route
- Double Insulated: 6181Y spec with PVC inner and outer layers
- Supplied by UK Cables: Reliable, trusted cable source
- Buy by the Metre: No waste, just what you need
- Compliant and Certified: BASEC approved, CPR compliant
Technical Overview – 16mm Double Insulated Flexible Meter Tail
- Cable Type: 6181Y
- Size: 16mm²
- Conductor: 19-strand copper
- Insulation: PVC (inner and outer)
- Colour: Blue
- Voltage Rating: 450/750V
- Temp Rating: -15°C to +70°C
- Standards: BS6004, BASEC approved, CPR compliant
Why Choose Flexible Blue Tails?
This cable gives you a totally different experience compared to rigid meter tails. It’s easier to bend, strip, and guide into terminals. The flexibility speeds up work and avoids the hassle of fitting stiff cable in tight places.
🔧 Neutral Connection Sorted – What’s Next?
Pair your neutral cable with a matching phase tail or future proof your job with a higher capacity option:
- 👉 Match with 16mm Brown Flexible Meter Tail – Buy per metre
- 👉 Go bigger: 25mm Blue Flexible Tail – For more demanding installs
- 🔧 View Meter Tail Glands – Fit your cable the right way
