Q & A of the Day – PVC covered twin and earth cable underground?

28.01.2009
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Our Voltimum Experts answer your questions on a daily basis in our Technical Expertise area. This Question of the Day, about PVC covered twin and earth cable to be used underground, is answered by Prysmian:



Armoured cable ONLY underground!
Armoured cable ONLY underground!
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Question: Should it be necessary to take a PVC covered twin and earth cable a short distance underground, what type of conduit should be used? Also, will any extra switchgear be necessary?

Answer: We would not recommend the use of this cable type in the ground. Armoured cable should always be used.

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