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product_id: 529480727
title: "SHPELEC® 6242Y Twin and Earth Cable 2.5mm – 5m | 6242YH BASEC Approved Grey T&E | Socket & Ring Circuit Wire, Solid Copper (5 Metres, 2.5mm²)"
brand: "shpelec"
price: "$42.21"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
category: "Shpelec"
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/529480727-shpelec-6242y-twin-and-earth-cable-2-5mm-5m-6242yh
store_origin: US
region: United States of America
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# 27A max current rating Solid copper 2.5mm² cores BASEC & BS 6004 certified SHPELEC® 6242Y Twin and Earth Cable 2.5mm – 5m | 6242YH BASEC Approved Grey T&E | Socket & Ring Circuit Wire, Solid Copper (5 Metres, 2.5mm²)

**Brand:** shpelec
**Price:** $42.21
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

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- **What is this?** SHPELEC® 6242Y Twin and Earth Cable 2.5mm – 5m | 6242YH BASEC Approved Grey T&E | Socket & Ring Circuit Wire, Solid Copper (5 Metres, 2.5mm²) by shpelec
- **How much does it cost?** $42.21 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- shpelec enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted shpelec brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Precision Engineering:** Solid copper cores ensure excellent conductivity and durability
- • **Reliable Power Delivery:** Supports up to 27A clipped direct for robust domestic circuits
- • **Custom Length Flexibility:** Available in lengths from 1m to 100m to fit any project size and budget
- • **Certified Safety Assurance:** BASEC approved and compliant with BS 6004 & BS 7671 standards
- • **Clean & Professional Finish:** Stiff solid-core cable dresses neatly in clips and trunking for tidy installations

## Overview

The SHPELEC® 6242Y Twin and Earth Cable 2.5mm² is a BASEC-approved, BS 6004-compliant solid copper wiring solution designed for UK domestic socket ring and radial circuits. Rated for up to 27A clipped direct, it features a durable grey PVC sheath and stiff solid cores for clean, professional installations. Available in customizable lengths, this cable ensures safe, reliable power delivery for all your fixed indoor wiring needs.

## Description

SHPELEC® 6242Y Twin and Earth Cable 2.5mm – 5m | 6242YH BASEC Approved Grey T&E | Socket & Ring Circuit Wire, Solid Copper (5 Metres, 2.5mm²) : desertcart.co.uk: DIY & Tools

## Features

- BASEC Approved 6242Y (6242YH) twin and earth cable made to BS 6004 — two solid plain-copper 2.5mm² cores (brown / blue), 1.5mm² bare copper earth (fit green/yellow sleeving), grey PVC sheath, 300/500V.
- A commonly used UK size for domestic socket ring-final and radial circuits. Circuit design, protective device selection and installation must comply with BS 7671 and be completed by a competent person.
- Rated up to 27A clipped direct (BS 7671 reference method C). Actual capacity depends on installation method, grouping, insulation and run length — always check before sizing a circuit.
- Solid-core T&E is meant to be stiff: it dresses cleanly into clips and trunking, holds its shape in back boxes and stays put once terminated. It is not a flex — for appliance leads use flexible cable.
- Cut fresh from the reel: lengths from 1m to 100m on this listing — pick your length above. Longer cuts work out cheaper per metre. For fixed indoor wiring.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0C3HCZ76Y |
| Best Sellers Rank | 733 in DIY & Tools ( See Top 100 in DIY & Tools ) 2 in Electrical Wire |
| Brand | SHPELEC |
| Colour | Grey Flat |
| Country Of Origin | United Kingdom |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (747) |
| Included Components | Cable |
| Manufacturer | SHPELEC |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SHP6242Y |
| Material | Polyvinyl Chloride |
| Number Of Wires | 3 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Strands | 1 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |
| Wire Diameter | 2.5 Millimetres |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** SHPELEC
- **Colour:** Grey Flat
- **Material:** Polyvinyl Chloride
- **No. of wires:** 3
- **Number of cable strands:** 1

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Frequently Bought Together

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*Last updated: 2026-08-26*