trirated panel control wire cable 16mm black 10 meter lengths

Why Choose the Eland Cables Tri-Rated 16mm² Black Cable?

The Eland Cables Tri-Rated 16mm² Black Cable (TRIRATE16BLKM) is a heavy-duty panel wiring cable designed for high-current industrial applications including switchgear, control panels, and electrical distribution systems.

Constructed with a Class 5 flexible plain annealed copper conductor and insulated with heat-resistant PVC, this cable provides excellent flexibility and durability, ensuring reliable installation within electrical enclosures and demanding industrial environments.

With a 16mm² conductor size, this cable is ideal for high-load power circuits and panel distribution. The black insulation is typically used for general-purpose or line conductors in industrial systems. It complies with BS6231, UL758 and CSA standards, allowing use across both UK and international installations.

Key Advantages

• Compliant with BS6231, UL758 and CSA standards for global applications.
• 16mm² conductor supports high current and power distribution.
• High temperature rating up to 90°C continuous operation (105°C UL/CSA).
• Flexible copper conductor for easy routing and installation.
• Black insulation for general-purpose circuit identification.
• Flame-retardant PVC insulation enhances safety in panels.

Key Features

• Conductor size: 16mm²
• Conductor material: Plain annealed copper, Class 5 flexible
• Typical stranding: approx. 126/0.40 mm
• Insulation: Heat-resistant PVC
• Colour: Black
• Voltage rating: 600/1000V (BS) / 600V (UL/CSA)
• Temperature rating: Up to 90°C (105°C UL/CSA)
• Standards: BS6231 Type CK, UL758, CSA C22.2
• Designed for switchgear and panel wiring applications

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Eland Cables
• Model: TRIRATE16BLKM
• Product type: Tri-rated panel wiring cable
• Conductor cross-section: 16 mm²
• Conductor type: Flexible stranded copper (Class 5)
• Approx AWG: 6
• Insulation type: PVC (heat resistant)
• Sheath colour: Black
• Voltage rating: 600/1000 V (BS), 600 V (UL/CSA)
• Maximum operating temperature: 90°C continuous, up to 105°C
• Approx. outer diameter: approx. 8.5–9.0 mm
• Minimum bending radius: Typically 6 × overall diameter
• Typical current rating: approx. 90–110 A (installation dependent)
• Application: Internal wiring of control panels and switchgear

High Power Panel Wiring Solution

Tri-rated cables are high temperature, flame-retardant single-core cables widely used in switchgear, control panels, and instrumentation systems due to their durability and compliance with international standards.

The 16mm² conductor provides significantly increased current carrying capability, making it ideal for main feeds, power distribution circuits, and heavy-duty industrial panel wiring applications.

Typical Applications

• Switchgear and control panel assemblies.
• Industrial power distribution circuits.
• Motor control panels and starters.
• Automation and machinery wiring.
• Relay and instrumentation panels.
• General-purpose line wiring in industrial systems.

Trusted by Electrical Engineers Worldwide

Eland tri-rated cables are trusted by engineers and panel builders for high-current performance, durability, and compliance in demanding industrial environments.