6181Y (Meter Tails) Cable
6181Y are flexible general surface wiring low voltage (LV) double insulated single-core PVC cable with a copper conductor offering light protection against mechanical damage. These are manufactured in accordance with British Standard BS6004
6181Y Cable Voltage Rating
6181Y cables have a voltage rating of 300/500V and are suitable for fixed installation, in dry or damp areas, for both domestic building and light industrial wiring. These cables are commonly referred to as double insulated cables, "Meter Tails" cables, or "Smart Meter" cables.
6181Y cables should be installed in an area with low risk of mechanical damage, in a tray, clipped onto a surface, or suspended in free air.
6181Y cables are normally grey, however other colours are available upon request. As you can see from the cable construction table, these double insulated cables are more accurately insulated and sheathed cables.
These cables have an operating temperature ranging between -15oC and +70oC.
BASEC Approved 6181Y and accessories
Eland Cables supplies BASEC-approved 6181Y (Meter tails / smart meter) cables. We also supply accessories which have been designed and manufactured to for the relevant cable, ensuring easier and safer installations.
Construction Table
6181Y (Meter Tails) Cable
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| VOLTAGE | 300/500V |
| CONDUCTOR | 1mm2 to 2.5mm2 : Class 1 Solid Copper |
| INSULATION | PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) |
| OUTER SHEATH | PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) |
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| Product name | Part No | Cores | Nominal cross-sectional area (mm²) | Sheath colour | Length (m) | |
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| 6181Y (Meter Tails) Cable | A1YGR/BR0040 | 1 | 4mm² | Brown | ||
| 6181Y (Meter Tails) Cable | A1YGR/BR0060 | 1 | 6mm² | Brown | ||
| 6181Y (Meter Tails) Cable | A1YGR/BL0040 | 1 | 4mm² | Blue | ||
| 6181Y (Meter Tails) Cable | A1YGR/BL0060 | 1 | 6mm² | Blue |