{"product_id":"16a-2-5mm-single-phase-cable-with-blue-connectors","title":"16 Amp 2.5mm Single Phase Cable with Blue Connectors","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is our go to 16A single phase cable for situations where you want dependable power and a cable that holds up to regular handling. It suits workshops, site cabins, temporary work areas, exhibitions, pop up installs, studios, plant rooms, control gear, and general site power. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProper cable, built for real use\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe build these using H07RN F heavy duty rubber cable, selected for flexibility and toughness in demanding conditions. The cable meets the relevant harmonised standards and is UV resistant and flame retardant, making it a solid choice for professional use indoors or outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy we use 2.5mm², not 1.5mm²\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lot of cheaper 16A leads are built in 1.5mm². We use 2.5mm² because it gives you more electrical headroom and helps keep voltage drop lower on longer runs. In plain terms, that means less stress on connected equipment, especially when the cable length increases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor temporary systems, BS 7909 also points you towards using heavy duty rubber cable (H07RN F or equivalent) for outdoor and general use, and highlights using cable where the specification and conductor size can be verified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eConnectors: PCE 16A blue\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe fit genuine PCE 16A connectors throughout, using:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePCE 013 6 plug\u003c\/strong\u003e: 16A, 2P plus E, 230V class, 6h, blue, IP44\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePCE 213 6 connector\u003c\/strong\u003e: 16A, 2P plus E, 230V class, 6h, blue, IP44\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blue 230V colour keying and 6h clock position keeps everything consistent with common site and temporary power setups, so your cables match the kit you are already using.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAsset marking\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery cable is supplied with 12cm of clear heat shrink on both ends. It gives you a clean, durable area to add your asset ID, company name, barcodes, colour labels, or inspection tags without it peeling off or looking scruffy over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBuilt and checked properly\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe build these like working kit, not box shifting leads:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBootlace ferrules used for tidy, reliable terminations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTorque screwdrivers used so terminations are tightened to the correct specification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach cable is fully tested and PAT tested before it leaves us\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLength options\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStock lengths: \u003cstrong\u003e2m, 5m, 10m, 20m, 30m, 50m\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeed something specific? Check out our \u003cstrong\u003ecustom cable option\u003c\/strong\u003e so you can tell us the exact length and connectors you want and we’ll build it for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupply Amps\u003c\/strong\u003e: 16A single phase \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCable\u003c\/strong\u003e: H07RN F heavy duty rubber, 2.5mm²\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandards\u003c\/strong\u003e: EN 50525 2 21, EN 60228, flame retardant to IEC EN 60332 1 2, UV resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnectors\u003c\/strong\u003e: PCE 013 6 plug and PCE 213 6 connector, 2P plus E, 6h, IP44\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAsset\u003c\/strong\u003e: 12cm clear heat shrink on both ends (asset marking and branding)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTesting\u003c\/strong\u003e: fully tested and PAT tested before dispatch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Distro Works","offers":[{"title":"01 metres","offer_id":53068905283926,"sku":"B-1-16-1-2.5","price":15.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"02 metres","offer_id":52103559872854,"sku":"B-1-16-2-2.5","price":18.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"05 metres","offer_id":52103559840086,"sku":"B-1-16-5-2.5","price":27.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 metres","offer_id":52103559807318,"sku":"B-1-16-10-2.5","price":42.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 metres","offer_id":52103559774550,"sku":"B-1-16-20-2.5","price":70.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"30 metres","offer_id":52103559741782,"sku":"B-1-16-30-2.5","price":98.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 metres","offer_id":52103559709014,"sku":"B-1-16-50-2.5","price":175.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/1740\/3478\/files\/16Amp-DIstroWorks2.webp?v=1766011690","url":"https:\/\/distroworks.co.uk\/en-eu\/products\/16a-2-5mm-single-phase-cable-with-blue-connectors","provider":"Distro Works","version":"1.0","type":"link"}