A 35mm 4 core armoured cable (kabel metal) is a heavy-duty electrical power cable used for transmitting electricity in residential, commercial, and industrial installations.
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Meaning of “35mm 4 Core”
• 35mm2 → Size of each conductor (thickness of the copper/aluminum wire)
• 4 core → The cable contains four separate wires (cores) inside
• Used for 3-phase + neutral systems
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Construction (Layers of the Cable)
This cable is built with multiple protective layers:
1. Conductor (Core)
• Made of pure copper or aluminum
• Carries electric current
2. Insulation (XLPE/PVC)
• Prevents leakage of current
• Commonly XLPE (Cross-linked polyethylene) for heat resistance
3. Bedding (Inner sheath)
• PVC layer that holds the cores together
4. Armour (Metal protection)
• Usually Steel Wire Armour (SWA)