This 16mm² XLPE Two Core cable is a copper mains cable sold by the metre, with a red active and a black neutral in one flat sheathed cable. It is commonly used for single-phase underground (URD) consumer mains, where the earth is run separately.

The stranded copper cores are insulated with X-90 XLPE and protected by a 5V-90 PVC sheath, giving a robust cable rated 0.6/1kV with a 90°C maximum conductor temperature. Buying per metre means you can order the exact length the run needs, from the pit or pillar to the meter position, or for submains between buildings.

Key Features

  • Sold Per Metre – Order the exact length the installation needs.
  • 16mm² Copper Conductors – Sized for single-phase consumer mains and submains.
  • Active and Neutral – Red active and black neutral, with no integral earth.
  • X-90 XLPE Insulation – Cross-linked insulation with strong thermal performance.
  • 5V-90 PVC Sheath – Tough outer protection for underground and general installation.
  • 0.6/1kV Rating – Suited to low-voltage mains and distribution work.
  • URD Mains Cable – A common choice for single-phase underground supplies.
  • Flat Profile – The two cores sit side by side under a flat sheath, keeping the cable neat and compact.

Specifications

  • Conductor Size: 16mm²
  • Cores: Active and neutral (no earth)
  • Profile: Flat
  • Conductor: Copper, stranded
  • Core Colours: Red (active), black (neutral)
  • Insulation: X-90 XLPE
  • Sheath: 5V-90 PVC
  • Max Conductor Temperature: 90°C
  • Voltage Rating: 0.6/1kV
  • Standard: AS/NZS 5000.1 and AS/NZS 4026
  • Length: Sold per metre

Applications

  • Single-phase underground (URD) consumer mains
  • Submains between buildings run in conduit or ducts
  • Single-phase supplies where the earth is installed separately

The 16mm XLPE Two Core cable pairs X-90 XLPE insulated copper cores with a tough PVC sheath and a 0.6/1kV rating. Sold by the metre, it is a cost-effective choice for single-phase underground mains.

Q. Is this cable sold per metre?
A. Yes. The price is per metre, so you can order the exact length you need. It is also available on a 500m roll.

Q. Does it include an earth?
A. No. It has a red active and a black neutral only. A separate earth conductor must be installed where required by AS/NZS 3000.

Q. What is it commonly used for?
A. It is commonly used for single-phase underground (URD) consumer mains. Always follow your local network's service and installation rules for mains cable, depth and enclosure requirements.

All products must be installed by a licensed electrican. DIY electrical work is illegal and very dangerous.

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PRODUCT INFO
SKU XLPE1602C1
Brand MJS Electrical Products & Supplies
SHIPPING INFO
Shipping Weight 0.5000kg
Shipping Width 0.050m
Shipping Height 0.050m
Shipping Length 1.000m