6242Y Twin and Earth Cable 6mm² | Grey Outer Sheath (10m, 25m Coils & 50m, 100m Drums)

Price range: £24.80 through £200.00

Our 6mm² Twin and Earth Cable (6242Y) is the heavy-duty industry standard for high-load domestic power circuits across the UK. Engineered to safely handle sustained, high-amperage electrical current, 6mm² cable is the mandatory choice for installing major household appliances.

It is the primary specification for wiring high-kilowatt (kW) electric showers, large multi-oven cooker arrays, heavy-induction hobs, and sub-main feeds to domestic outbuildings or garages.

Estimated Standard Delivery Jun 4, 2026 - Jun 5, 2026

Description

6mm Twin and Earth Cable – When routing massive electrical loads, cable build quality is vital to prevent thermal stress and dangerous voltage drops. This 6mm² cable is BASEC Approved and manufactured in full compliance with BS 6004, easily satisfying the rigorous safety criteria of the IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) and UK Building Regulations.

  • 10-Metre Coil

  • 25-Metre Coil

  • 50-Metre Coil

  • 100-Metre Drum

Technical Specifications

Feature Details
Cable Type 6242Y Twin & Earth (Flat)
Conductor Size 6.0mm²
Core Configuration 2 Cores (Solid Copper) + Bare Solid Earth Core (CPC)
Core Identification Brown (Live), Blue (Neutral)
Outer Sheath Colour Grey (PVC)
Specification Standard BS 6004 & BASEC Approved
Voltage Rating 300V / 500V
Current Rating (Clipped Direct) Approx. 47A (Subject to correction factors and installation methods)

Additional information

Length

10mtrs, 25mtrs, 50mtrs, 100mtrs