Description
SY cables are used as an interconnecting cable between fixed and mobile equipment in conveyors, assembly lines, production lines and machine tool manufacture where the galvanised steel wire braid armour gives excellent mechanical protection.
Constructed with flexible fine-wire copper conductors, PVC insulation, a galvanised steel wire braid (GSWB) inner layer, and a clear PVC outer sheath, this 5 core 1mm² SY cable provides lightweight mechanical protection and high flexibility for multi-line control circuits and automated signal systems.
The galvanised steel wire braid layer protects the internal cores against physical damage, abrasion, and mechanical stress while allowing the cable to remain far more flexible than standard steel wire armoured (SWA) cable. The transparent PVC outer sheath allows visual inspection of the underlying braid, making it an ideal choice for factory automation, control panel interconnects, 3-phase machinery requiring neutral and earth lines, and complex production equipment.
Sold cut to length per metre to suit your exact project requirements.
Pricing & Stock Enquiries: For live pricing, stock availability, and cut-to-length orders for 5 core 1mm² SY cable, please contact our team on 01352 733200 or sales@electricalwholesalesupplies.co.uk.
Key Features & Benefits
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Galvanised Steel Wire Braid (GSWB): Offers robust mechanical and physical protection against abrasion and light impact.
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High Flexibility: Combines mechanical braid protection with stranded copper cores for easy routing in tight control panels and machinery.
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Clear PVC Outer Sheath: Transparent outer jacket allows quick visual inspection of the protective braid.
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Versatile 5-Core Layout: Compact 1mm² 5-core design ideal for multi-line control circuits, instrumentation, auxiliary relays, and 3-phase systems with neutral and earth.
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Industrial Grade: Built for reliable performance in factory automation, conveyor systems, and machine tool manufacturing.
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Sold Per Metre: Order exact meterage of 5 core 1mm² SY cable to avoid unnecessary material waste.
Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
| Cable Code / Type | SY Control Cable |
| Voltage Rating | 300 / 500V |
| Conductor Size | 1.0mm² |
| No. of Cores | 5 Core |
| Conductor Material | Class 5 Flexible Stranded Bare Copper |
| Insulation | PVC |
| Armouring / Protection | Galvanised Steel Wire Braid (GSWB) |
| Outer Sheath | Transparent PVC |
| Flexing Temp Range | -5°C to +70°C |
| Static Temp Range | -40°C to +70°C |
| Unit of Sale | Sold Per Metre (Cut to Length) |




