Electrical Power & Industrial Cables

We offer a vast range of electrical power and industrial cables including specialist cables for use with solar PV, trace heating, and security and alarm systems, working with leading brands such as Prysmian, Lapp and Belden to ensure we have the right cable for any application.

Check out our Ohm’s Law calculator to accurately calculate Ohm’s Law and determine the Voltage, resistance, or current value you require for your installation.

What is electrical power cable?

Electrical power cables are used for the transmission of electrical power and comprise three major components: one or more stranded or solid copper or aluminium conductors, the insulation and the outer sheath which holds everything together. They're available in many different shapes, sizes and materials, varying according to the installation they're required for.

How to choose the right type cable?

There are two main factors that must be considered when selecting a power cable:

  • Current capacity - this is determined by the cross-sectional area of the core on the cable
  • Working environment - this will determine the material of the outer sheath and insulation and consideration must be given to the conditions the cable will be used in.

Electrical power cable sizes

American Wire Gauge (AWG) is a widely recognised measure of the cross-sectional area of a cable and denoted as a simple number for example 20 AWG.

Cross-Sectional Area (CSA) is the surface area of a conductor in mm2.

Both units of measure are can be used to describe the wire thickness and it is useful to remember that as the AWG increases, the wire becomes thinner and the CSA decreases. To determine the diameter or Cross-Sectional Area of your cable, check out our AWG conversion calculator and CSA calculator.

What are the different types of power cable?

  • Mains power cable - ideal for applications such as the wiring of household appliances and tools. They're available with either a PVC, Rubber or CPE outer sheath with between 1 to 5 stranded or solid copper cores.
  • SWA cable - have a galvanised steel wire insulation surrounding the cores and braiding for added protection and strength. They're generally used for underground cabling and are suitable for indoor or outdoor installations. Sheath material is either PVC or LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen).
  • Conduit cable - act as a current transmitter within a structure and are housed inside a conduit enclosure. This cable is installed as a safety measure in hazardous environments where fire, smoke, chemical or gas may damage equipment or machinery.
  • Multicore cable - available with 2 to 20+ cores. The screening or braiding can help to reduce external interference and maintain a high-quality signal.
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22552 Products showing for Electrical Power & Industrial Cables

1116 of 999+
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Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 6 Cores, 0.25 mm² 24 AWG, Screened, 1000 ft, Grey
  • RS Stock No. 277-5306
  • Mfr. Part No. 6320 SL001
Subtotal (1 reel of 305 metres)
£3,517.79(exc. VAT)
Temporarily out of stock
Phoenix Contact K12, 5 m 12 Core Power Cable, Orange Thermoplastic Polyurethane 80 °C
  • RS Stock No. 493-485
  • Mfr. Part No. 1619283
Subtotal (1 pack of 2 units)
£273.74(exc. VAT)
Being discontinued
Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.75 mm² 18 AWG, Screened, 1000 ft, Grey
  • RS Stock No. 277-5192
  • Mfr. Part No. 6052C SL001
Subtotal (1 reel of 305 metres)
£660.26(exc. VAT)
Temporarily out of stock
Alpha Wire 5020 Multicore Cable, 10 Cores, 0.25 mm² 24 AWG, Unscreened, 500 ft, Grey Polyvinyl Chloride Sheath
  • RS Stock No. 103-600
  • Mfr. Part No. 5020C SL002
Subtotal (1 reel of 153 metres)
£2,561.67(exc. VAT)
Temporarily out of stock
Alpha Wire 5158 Multicore Cable, 8 Cores, 0.5 mm² 20 AWG, Screened, 100 ft, Grey Polyvinyl Chloride Sheath
  • RS Stock No. 103-780
  • Mfr. Part No. 5158C SL005
Subtotal (1 reel of 30 metres)
£846.09(exc. VAT)
Temporarily out of stock
Alpha Wire 5390 Multicore Cable, 25 Cores, 0.75 mm² 18 AWG, Screened, 500 ft, Grey Polyvinyl Chloride Sheath
  • RS Stock No. 105-034
  • Mfr. Part No. 5390/25C SL002
Subtotal (1 reel of 153 metres)
£15,130.52(exc. VAT)
Temporarily out of stock
ifm electronic Female 1 way Straight to Female 2 way Straight Actuator/Sensor Cable, 2 m
  • RS Stock No. 189-993
  • Mfr. Part No. E12562
Subtotal (1 unit)
£33.28(exc. VAT)
Temporarily out of stock
Alpha Wire Xtra-Guard FLEX Performance Cable Multi-Core Industrial Cable, 5 Cores, Unscreened, 30.5 m, Grey Polyvinyl
  • RS Stock No. 236-9319
  • Mfr. Part No. 901405 SL005
Subtotal (1 reel of 1 metre)
£486.65(exc. VAT)
Temporarily out of stock
Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 4 Cores, 0.5 mm² 20 AWG, Screened, 1000 ft, Grey
  • RS Stock No. 277-4920
  • Mfr. Part No. M4662 SL001
Subtotal (1 reel of 305 metres)
£1,378.63(exc. VAT)
Temporarily out of stock
Alpha Wire DEF STAN Control Cable, 10 Cores, 0.5 mm² 20 AWG, Screened, 500 ft, Grey Polyvinyl Chloride Sheath
  • RS Stock No. 277-5688
  • Mfr. Part No. 3240 SL002
Subtotal (1 reel of 152 metres)
£685.88(exc. VAT)
Temporarily out of stock
Alpha Wire Ecogen Ecocable Mini Series Data Cable, 3 Pairs, 0.61 mm², 305 m, Grey Sheath MPPE
  • RS Stock No. 136-8499
  • Mfr. Part No. 78193 SL001
Subtotal (1 reel of 305 metres)
£2,726.47(exc. VAT)
Temporarily out of stock
Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 3 Cores, 0.75 mm² 18 AWG, Screened, 500 ft, Grey
  • RS Stock No. 277-5180
  • Mfr. Part No. 6024C SL002
Subtotal (1 reel of 152 metres)
£1,619.82(exc. VAT)
Temporarily out of stock
Phoenix Contact 14250, 600 mm 5 Core Power Cable, Grey Polyvinyl Chloride 80 °C
  • RS Stock No. 280-553
  • Mfr. Part No. 1425014
Subtotal (1 unit)
£44.29(exc. VAT)
Temporarily out of stock
Phoenix Contact 14250, 5 m 4 Core Power Cable, Black, Grey Polyvinyl Chloride 80 °C
  • RS Stock No. 280-567
  • Mfr. Part No. 1425055
Subtotal (1 unit)
£35.52(exc. VAT)
Temporarily out of stock
Alpha Wire DEF STAN Control Cable, 2 Cores, 0.75 mm² 18 AWG, Screened, 100 ft, Grey Polyvinyl Chloride Sheath
  • RS Stock No. 277-5706
  • Mfr. Part No. 3247 SL005
Subtotal (1 reel of 30 metres)
£266.98(exc. VAT)
Temporarily out of stock
Alpha Wire 5120 Multicore Cable, 30 Cores, 0.25 mm² 24 AWG, Screened, 1000 ft, Grey Polyvinyl Chloride Sheath
  • RS Stock No. 104-283
  • Mfr. Part No. 5120/30C SL001
Subtotal (1 reel of 305 metres)
£11,716.75(exc. VAT)
Temporarily out of stock
Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 3 Cores, 0.75 mm² 18 AWG, Unscreened, 1000 ft, Grey
  • RS Stock No. 277-4637
  • Mfr. Part No. M13503 SL001
Subtotal (1 reel of 305 metres)
£605.71(exc. VAT)
Temporarily out of stock
Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 50 Cores, 0.34 mm² 22 AWG, Screened, 1000 ft, Grey
  • RS Stock No. 277-4996
  • Mfr. Part No. M5352 SL001
Subtotal (1 reel of 305 metres)
£6,558.56(exc. VAT)
Temporarily out of stock
Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 2 Cores, 0.34 mm² 22 AWG, Screened, 500 ft, Grey
  • RS Stock No. 277-4265
  • Mfr. Part No. 1064 SL002
Subtotal (1 reel of 152 metres)
£599.17(exc. VAT)
Temporarily out of stock
Alpha Wire Alpha Essentials Communication & Control Control Cable, 3 Cores, 0.5 mm² 20 AWG, Unscreened, 100 ft, Grey
  • RS Stock No. 277-5573
  • Mfr. Part No. 882003 SL005
Subtotal (1 reel of 30 metres)
£61.05(exc. VAT)
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