A 6mm x 3 core electrical cable is a medium-duty multi-conductor wire commonly used for single-phase mains power supply, sub-mains, and heavy appliances like electric vehicle (EV) chargers, hot tubs, or industrial machinery. [1, 2, 3]
Key Specifications
Conductor Size: 6.0 mm2 stranded or flexible copper [1, 2, 3]
Number of Cores: 3 cores (typically Brown, Black, and Grey or Brown, Blue, and Green/Yellow earth) [1, 2]
Current Rating: Around 44A to 53A depending on the cable type and installation method (e.g., clipped direct) [1, 2]
Voltage Rating: 300/500V to 600/1000V [1, 2, 3]
Common Variants & Local Pricing (Nigeria)
Steel Wire Armoured (SWA) Cable: Designed for direct burial or outdoor/underground use. Prices range from per metre for brands like Coleman available via EnergyMall. [1, l]