BS6346 Traffic Signal Cable
BS6346 Traffic Signal Cable a 0.6/1kV multi-core Class 1 solid copper conductor PVC insulated steel wire armoured power and control cable complying with BS 6346 and BS 50363 standards. Manufactured with high-conductivity Class 1 solid plain annealed copper conductors, PVC insulation, and a durable polymeric compound bedding layer with high tensile strength, it operates within a fixed temperature range of -15°C to +70°C.
What is BS6346 Traffic Signal Cable?
BS6346 Traffic Signal Cable is a 0.6/1kV multi-core Class 1 solid copper conductor PVC insulated steel wire armoured control cable manufactured in accordance with BS 6346 and BS 50363 standards. Designed specifically for municipal traffic management systems, it provides multi-core signal interconnection with high mechanical endurance.
The cable features Class 1 solid annealed copper conductors, PVC insulation, a polymeric bedding layer with minimum 4N/mm² tensile strength, a single layer of galvanized steel wire armour (SWA), and a high-visibility orange PVC outer sheath. Its multi-core configuration (ranging from 8 to 20 cores) enables complex signaling and control interconnectivity in demanding outdoor and underground operating environments.
BS6346 Traffic Signal Cable Construction
- Conductor: Class 1 solid annealed copper conductor
- Insulation: PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride)
- Bedding: Polymeric compound with tensile strength ≥ 4N/mm² and elongation at break ≥ 50%
- Armour: Single layer of galvanized steel wires laid in a right direction (SWA)
- Outer Sheath: PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride)
- Core Identification: Distinctive multi-layer color scheme (8, 12, 16, and 20 cores featuring solid and bi-color combinations including Brown, Yellow, Green/Blue, Red, White, Blue, Black, Orange, Grey, Violet, etc.)
- Sheath Colour: Orange
Applications
Traffic Signal Cable BS 6346 SWA PVC is engineered for interconnecting traffic control equipment, road junction signaling, and industrial control systems requiring high core-count configurations with physical protection. Key application environments include:
- Interconnection of municipal traffic signal equipment and road junction controllers
- Direct underground burial in municipal roadways, sidewalks, and traffic trenches
- Installation in cable ducting, subterranean conduits, and roadside enclosures
- High-density auxiliary control and signaling networks in industrial sites
Specifications & Dimensions
| No. of Cores | Nominal Cross Sectional Area (mm2) | Nominal Thickness of Insulation (mm) | Nominal Thickness of Bedding (mm) | Diameter of Steel Wire (mm) | Nominal Thickness of Sheath (mm) | Nominal Overall Diameter (mm) | Nominal Weight (kg/km) |
| 8 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 0.8 | 0.9 | 1.4 | 13.2 | 388 |
| 8 | 1.5 | 0.6 | 0.8 | 0.9 | 1.4 | 13.4 | 451 |
| 12 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 0.8 | 1.3 | 1.4 | 16.2 | 615 |
| 12 | 1.5 | 0.6 | 0.8 | 1.3 | 1.5 | 17.4 | 729 |
| 16 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 0.8 | 0.9 | 1.5 | 17.6 | 725 |
| 16 | 1.5 | 0.6 | 0.8 | 1.3 | 1.6 | 18.9 | 864 |
| 20 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 0.8 | 1.3 | 1.6 | 19.0 | 841 |
| 20 | 1.5 | 0.6 | 0.8 | 1.3 | 1.6 | 20.2 | 997 |
Standards
- Design Standards: BS 6346, BS 50363
- Conductor Standard: Class 1 solid annealed copper per BS 6346
- Flame Retardancy: IEC/EN 60332-1-2
- Voltage Rating (Uo/U): 0.6/1kV
- Temperature Rating (Fixed): -15°C to +70°C
- Short Circuit Temperature: +160°C
- Minimum Bending Radius: 6 x overall diameter
- Regulatory Compliance: Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU, RoHS Directive 2015/65/EU, REACH Directive EC 1907/2006, CE, UKCA
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why does BS 6346 Traffic Signal Cable use an orange outer sheath?
A: The high-visibility orange PVC outer sheath is standard for traffic signal infrastructure, allowing clear identification in underground cable ducts and utility trenches to prevent accidental damage during roadwork.
Q: Can BS 6346 Traffic Signal Cable be directly buried underground?
A: Yes, the galvanized steel wire armour (SWA) layer provides strong mechanical resistance against crushing, impact, and physical strain, making it fully suitable for direct burial in soil.
Q: What conductor sizes and core counts are available for this cable?
A: BS 6346 traffic signal cable is available in 1mm² and 1.5mm² Class 1 solid copper conductors, with standard core configurations of 8, 12, 16, and 20 cores.
Q: What is the standard production lead time?
A: Our standard production lead time ranges from 15 to 25 working days, depending on core count, total volume, and drum packaging specifications.
BS6346 Traffic Signal Cable Why Choose Huadong Cable?
Huadong Cable Group is a premier manufacturer and exporter of traffic control and industrial multi-core power cables with over two decades of manufacturing excellence. We offer factory-direct supply, rigorous routine testing according to British standards, and official MTC (Material Test Certificate) documentation with every shipment.
Our production facilities support customizable drum lengths, ISPM 15 compliant export wooden or steel-wooden drum packaging, and complete supply chain solutions for global contractors, municipal authorities, and EPC project managers.
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