High-Quality & Reliable Building Wire Solutions for Every Need in Pakistan
One Wire at a Time: Long Age Cables - Your Building Wire Partner in Pakistan
What is Building Wire
Building wire and cable, a group of insulated electrical conductors (usually copper) bundled together and often encased in a protective sheath. Carries electrical current from the primary power source to individual circuits throughout a building. Powers outlets, lights, appliances, and electrical systems. It is vital in ensuring electrical equipment’s safe and reliable operation.
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Types of Building Wire and Cable
1. PVC Insulated Wires
2. XLPE Insulated Wires
3. Coaxial Cables (RJ-6/RJ-7)
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Building Wire Applications and Specifications in Pakistan
Building Wire Applications
- Residential Wiring: Supplying electricity to homes and apartments’ lights, appliances, and outlets.
- Commercial Buildings: Powering lighting systems, elevators, air conditioning units, and other equipment in offices, stores, and public buildings.
- Industrial Applications: Supplying power to heavy machinery, motors, and control systems in factories, workshops, and power plants.
- Outdoor Applications: Providing power for street lighting, garden lights, and outdoor outlets.
General Specifications of Building Wire
- Wire Size: Consult our electrician for proper sizing based on your specific requirements. But normally, it is AWG 1.5mm² for low and 6mm² for high temperatures.
- Insulation: PVC for dry/damp, XLPE for high temperatures
- Conductor: Copper is the preferred conductor for conductivity, but aluminium may be used in specific cases.
- Quality Standards: Certified by Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority (PSQCA)
FAQs
The cost of Building wire prices in Pakistan can vary depending on several factors, including wire type and size, brand and quality, and Location.
The most common types include PVC insulated wires (THHN, THW), XLPE insulated wires for high temperatures, and FEP/PTFE insulated cables for specialized applications.
Building wire is available from electrical stores, distributors, and online retailers like Long Age Cables, Pakistan Cables, Green Cables, and more.
A mix of PVC and XLPE cables is used depending on the application. XLPE is preferred for high-load areas like elevators and kitchens.
Due to their heat resistance and fire retardancy, Heavy-duty XLPE or FEP/PTFE cables are used for machinery, motors, and control systems.