Bs6500 yy flex pvc/pvc

[brightspark2010]

Evening all,

Just a quick one is BS6500 YYflex with pvc insulation suitable for running outdoors where there is no danger of mechanical damage?

 

[markc123]

In a word, yes.

However it should really be protected.

 

[telectrix]

it's OK, he's got a ROTTWEILER.

 

[Dizzy_Maskell]

Yes high level or mechanical protection if possible,
RCD protected?

 

[Darkwood]

Check with the manufacturers guidelines .... here Elands..YY Control Flexible Cable to BS6500 | Control Flexible Cables | Elan

I don't really understand this shift in using YY/SY/CY which are designed for use in industry as control wires been utilised and mis-sold as standard flex .... just use UV tolerant fle instead.

If you decide on YY it should have additional protection as recommended by the manufacturers.

 

[Darkwood]

Additional the best flex for you would be artic grade as this designed to withstand the extreme temperatures of winter...

Here's a BS breakdown of flex use.. check the Artic grade, hence my previous post it concerns me the number of people mis-using cable without a thought.. but at least you asked which is more than most do.
British Standard Cables - BS5467 Cable

 

[brightspark2010]

on tray on the roof there will be no rcd protection