Armoured Electrical Cable

The unique characteristics of this all in one cable assembly provide an alternative to labor intensive cable in conduit installation methods.

Armoured electrical cable.

The national electrical code prohibits use of bx technically named armored cable ac in wet locations. In electrical power distribution armoured cable usually means steel wire armoured cable swa which is a hard wearing power cable designed for the supply of mains electricity. Find armored cable at lowe s today. It is one of a number of armoured electrical cables which include 11 kv cable and 33 kv cable and is found in underground systems power networks and cable ducting.

Solid cu mc. Bx ac 90 armored electrical cable model 1404n30 afc 59 23 59 ft 59 23 59 ft free delivery. Nm cable is also accepted by the nec. The best means for cutting it is to use cable cutters which are designed specifically to cut through armored cable without damaging wires.

Armored cable is used for electrical wiring installed in an area where it needs protection like inside of walls. If you are only making a few cuts you can use side cutters to cut through the armor instead. View the stranded and solid copper metal clad armored cable assortment 32 82 1 31 ft 32 82. Armoured cable is covered by a metal sheath which protects the cable from water and extreme temperatures allowing it to be used in underground or external projects as well as indoor applications.

Nm cable can be cut with a lineman s pliers or even with the cutter on a wire stripper. General cable s armored cable products offer distinct advantages and deliver maximum performance and ease of installation for a broad range of commercial industrial and utility applications. Shop 51 21 results for armored cables. Better yet use a special armored cable cutting tool.

Swa cable which means steel wire armoured is heavy and difficult to bend which helps to reduce the risk of pinching and damage. Bx is accepted by the national electrical code nec. Set your store to see local availability add to cart. Use metal clad mc with a metal sheath specifically listed as impervious to water or underground feeder branch circuit cable uf either by itself or in a conduit system approved for use in wet locations if you desire additional.

Bx is cut with a hacksaw.