Why Armouring Used in Cable?

ADVANTAGES OF ARMORED CABLE
Armored cables provide the protection and durability required without the need for electrical conduit, elbows, costly offsets, and conduit couplings. Metal-clad armor resists corrosion, making it suitable for areas exposed to moisture.

What is armouring in cable?

Cable Armour as an Earthing Function

The metallic armouring is to provide tough protective covering, also overall cable strength. Armour may be used as a circuit protection conductor (CPC) and main protective bonding conductor.

How does Armoured cable work?

Armoured cable or SWA (steel wired armoured) cable is the accepted standard for underground installations. This wire can be buried in the ground or can be fastened to exterior walls using cleats. The galvanised steel wire protects the wire from accidental damage caused by digging etc.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

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