From RS PRO a high-quality BASEC approved medium duty H05VV-F harmonised flexible mains power cable with PVC insulation and a PVC jacket. This flexible cable has a voltage rating of 300 to 500 V and is designed for use in medium duty domestic and office applications.

A mains power cable connects an appliance to a mains electricity supply through the use of a wall socket or an extension lead which will then be plugged into a mains supply.

This flexible electrical power cable consists cores made up of fine stranded copper conductors or wires. Each individual core is surrounded by colour coded PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) insulation for easy identification of the wires. All the cores are then surrounded by a final outer layer of PVC called a sheath or jacket.

BASEC is an independent accredited certification body for the cable industry worldwide which provides an approvals service for cables. BASEC conducts rigorous, high-quality testing across a range of sectors that supply and install cable. These tests meet all the relevant standards and regulations ensuring the cables supplied are safe to use and of the highest quality.

H05VV-F mains power cable (also known as 318-Y cable) is a type of harmonised cable which means it belongs to the Harmonised Reference System and conforms to the European Harmonisation Standard. This purpose of this standard is to improve standards and quality across Europe to ensure the trade of common standard product.

H05VV-F is the code for this harmonised power cable which breaks down into the following:

• H = Harmonised
• 05 = 300V / 500V voltage rating
• V = PVC insulation
• V = PVC sheath
• F = Flexible copper conductors

The PVC insulation and sheath of this mains power cable has the following properties:

• Low cost
• Excellent insulation properties
• Flexible
• Stable, robust and durable
• Oil resistant

PVC insulated mains cables are used for medium duty wiring in domestic, kitchen and office premises. This electrical mains cable should be used for wiring appliances that are indoors or in a covered, dry or humid area and is best used where the potential for mechanical stresses and mechanical damage is low. This cable can only be used with cooking and heating equipment if the cable does not come into direct contact with the hot parts of the equipment or with any other heat source. Applications include washing machines, dishwashers, refrigerators, spin dryers, computer and office equipment.

We are proudly introducing our own branded RS PRO Flexible PVC Insulated Mains Cable with the voltage rating up to 500 V and the ability for use in medium-duty domestic and office applications. The Cable has BASEC approval, meaning high-quality testing accreditation was given so you can purchase with confidence.

The copper's natural Power Cable makes it easy to work with thanks to the capability to bend or twist without breaking the material. The material is safe during installation, which will find appreciation by electricians while installing copper wire. Each core is surrounded by colour-coded PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) insulation for easy identification of the cables. All the cores are then covered by a final outer layer of PVC known as sheath or jacket.

H05VV-F Mains Power Cable (also known as 318-Y Cable) is a type of Harmonised Cable, which means it belongs to the Harmonised Reference System and conforms to the European Harmonised Standard. The primary purpose of this standard is to improve quality across Europe to ensure the trade of the expected standard product.

The code breaks down into the following analogy:

• H = Harmonised


• 05 = 300 V / 500 V voltage rating


• V = PVC insulation


• V = PVC sheath


• F = Flexible copper conductors

Another advantage is that no special tools are needed, meaning less time to absorb your day. The PVC Mains Power Cable has a medium thermal range in the region of -15°C up to +70°C. The core of 3 wiring systems serves as Mains Cable power supplying electricity using a wall socket or an extension lead, which will then be plugged into a mains supply.

The copper conductor meets Eroclass Eca network Cable standards, giving you access to construction site projects where safety is vital.

PVC Insulated Mains Cables are used for medium-duty wiring in domestic, kitchen and office premises. This electric Mains Cable should be used for indoor wiring appliances and in a covered, dry or humid area and is best utilised where the potential for mechanical stresses and mechanical damage is low. If you are planning to use the Cable with cooking and heating equipment, the Cable cannot come into direct contact with the hot parts of the equipment or with any other heat source.

Typical applications usage includes:

• Washing machines


• Dishwashers


• Refrigerators


• Spin Dryers


• Computer


• Office equipment

What is a Mains Cable?

In simple term, a Mains Cable, also known as Power Cord or Line Cord is an electric cable that temporarily connects an appliance to the mains electricity supply either by wall socket or extension cord.

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BS6500, CENELEC HD21.5 and BASEC

BS EN 50525-2-11