Description
A black braided flex for lamp and pendant work, supplied as one continuous run rather than in separate cut pieces. Three cores of 0.75mm give live, neutral and earth, so it serves metal fittings that need an earth as well as straightforward lamp rewires. The woven cover sits over the insulation to make a round cord about 6mm across, with a soft textile feel and rather more grip in the hand than bare PVC. It is VDE approved.
We reach for this one when the cord is going to be seen: hanging a pendant at length, or making up a new flex for a table or floor lamp where the old one has gone brittle and yellow. Black braid keeps quiet against dark ceilings and dark walls, and looks right alongside brass, copper, blackened steel and matt black shades. It suits anyone bringing a tired lamp back into use, and equally anyone building a fitting up from separate parts. Work out the full run you want and order it as a single length.
The braid is woven rather than printed, so the colour runs through the covering and will not scuff away in handling, and it holds a flat black with only the faint sheen the weave gives it. It carries a one year warranty. To keep it looking well, run a dry cloth along the length when you dust the fitting, and keep the cord clear of hot lamp bodies and sharp edges so the weave stays unbroken. If you would rather have colour, we stock braided flex in white, red, blue, purple and lime green as well, plus a plain PVC black for runs that stay out of sight.
Specification
| Colour |
Black |
| Ceiling Mountable |
Yes |
| Weight |
0.10KG |
| Length |
1000mm |
| Diameter |
6mm |
| Materials Used |
Fabric, Copper, PVC |
| Energy Class |
Not Applicable |
| Input Voltage |
220-240V~50/60Hz |
| IP Rating |
IP20 |
| Warranty |
1yr |
| UKCA/CE |
Yes |
| Pieces Included |
1 |
| Installation |
Requires Installation By Qualified Electrician |
| Product Care |
(1) Wipe clean with a dry cloth, do not use any cleaning detergents, do not use rough or coarse material to clean. |
| Country of Origin |
China |
Frequently Asked
Does this cable include an earth?
Yes. It is a three core flex, giving live, neutral and earth, which is what metal fittings requiring an earth connection need.
How is the length supplied?
It is priced per metre and the quantity you order is supplied as one continuous length, so ordering five gives a single 5m run rather than five separate metres.
How thick is the finished cord?
Roughly 6mm in diameter, including the woven braid over the insulation.
What size are the conductors?
Each of the three cores is 0.75mm, a common size for pendants, table lamps and floor lamps.
Will the braid fray if I cut it?
Cut ends can loosen, so trim cleanly and dress the end neatly. A wrap of tape around the braid before cutting keeps the weave tight.
Is it suitable for damp or outdoor use?
No. It is intended for dry indoor rooms only, so keep it away from bathroom zones, garden runs and anywhere it may be splashed.