RS PRO 3 Core Power Cable, 2.5 mm², 50m, Grey PVC Sheath, H05VVF, 16 A, 300/500 V

Introducing the range of RS PRO PVC Insulated Mains Cables which are highly flexible and resistant to oil, weathering, UV exposure and mechanical stresses, making them ideal for use in extreme industrial or outdoor environments. The H05VVF cable range consists of 2, 3 or 5 cores made up of fine stranded copper conductors or wires which is then surrounded by colour coded PVC, offering easy identification of wires. The cores are then surrounded by a final outer sheath of PVC insulation for added durability, making these cables extremely versatile across a range of applications.

Insulated mains cables are generally used for light to medium duty wiring in small to medium size appliances found in domestic, commercial and light industrial premises. These types of cables are mainly used on appliances that are indoors or in a covered, dry or humid area and where there is little risk of potential mechanical stresses and mechanical damage. However, there are also designs such as these RS PRO Elastomer insulated cables that offer protection in more extreme environments like outdoors or in industrial settings where it may be exposed to weathering, oil or lubricants, mechanical stress and UV exposure, ensuring durability and optimum performance in these severe conditions. Applications include the following:

• Computer and office equipment


• Kitchen appliances such as toasters


• Household appliances such as vacuum cleaners and washing machines


• Radios and music centres


• Table lamps and floor lamps


• Hairdryers

RS PRO is our own brand range and brings you a wide range of high-quality, great value products offering you more choice. Trusted by engineers all over the world, every part of every RS PRO product has been rigorously tested against demanding industry standards; they’re only given the RS PRO seal of approval if we’re confident of their exceptional quality, which means you can be confident too.