Prysmian 6242Y Twin & Earth Cable 2 x 1.5mm² + 1.0mm² CPC Grey

Prysmian 6242Y Twin & Earth Cable 2 x 1.5mm² + 1.0mm² CPC Grey

Prysmian 6242Y 1.5mm twin and earth cable is a dependable flat electrical cable designed for fixed wiring installations in domestic, commercial, and industrial settings. With 2 x 1.5mm² solid copper conductors, a 1.0mm² bare CPC, PVC insulation, and a durable grey PVC sheath, it is a trusted choice for lighting, switching, ring, and radial circuits.

Built for everyday installation work, this 6242Y cable offers the practical balance of durability, straightforward handling, and reliable fixed wiring performance that electricians, contractors, and installers look for. Its flat profile makes it suitable for routing in walls, on boards, in conduit, trunking, or embedded in plaster.

Key Features

• Prysmian 6242Y flat PVC insulated and sheathed wiring cable
• 2 x 1.5mm² solid copper conductors
• 1.0mm² bare CPC (protective conductor)
• 300/500V rated
• Grey PVC outer sheath
• PVC insulated cores
• Suitable for fixed installation
• Designed for lighting and switching circuits
• Also suitable for ring and radial circuits
• Flat cable format for practical installation work

Technical Specifications

Cable type	6242Y flat PVC insulated and sheathed wiring cable with bare CPC
Brand	Prysmian
Number of cores	2
Live/neutral conductor size	1.5mm²
Protective conductor size	1.0mm² bare CPC
Conductor type	Solid copper
Voltage rating	300/500V
Insulation material	PVC
Sheath material	PVC
Sheath colour	Grey
Approx. cable height	4.7mm
Approx. cable width	8.6mm
Approx. weight	74kg/km
Max conductor temperature	70°C
Min operation temperature	-15°C
Min installation temperature	0°C
Max installation temperature	60°C

Applications / Uses

This cable is suitable for fixed installation in domestic, commercial, and industrial premises, including:

• Lighting circuits
• Switching circuits
• Ring circuits
• Radial circuits
• Walls
• Boards
• Conduit
• Trunking
• Embedded in plaster

Compliance / Standards

• BS 6004
• BS EN 60332-1-2

For current ratings, refer to Table 4D5 of BS 7671 Requirements for Electrical Installations.

Length Options

Available in the following cut lengths:

5m / 10m / 15m / 20m / 25m / 30m / 40m / 50m / 60m / 70m / 80m / 90m / 100m

FAQs

What is this cable used for?
This Prysmian 6242Y cable is commonly used for lighting circuits, switching circuits, ring circuits, and radial circuits in fixed installations.

Is this a flat twin and earth cable?
Yes, it is a flat PVC insulated and sheathed wiring cable with a bare CPC.

What conductor sizes does this cable have?
It has 2 x 1.5mm² solid copper conductors and a 1.0mm² bare CPC.

Where can this cable be installed?
It is suitable for fixed installation in walls, on boards, in conduit, trunking, or embedded in plaster in domestic, commercial, and industrial premises.

What standards does this cable meet?
The datasheet states compliance with BS 6004 and BS EN 60332-1-2.