Application: CU/PVC cable is widely used for power and lighting circuits and building wiring, especially in trunk and conduit, it is ideal for the internal wiring of appliances.
Voltage Rating: 300/500V
Temperature Rating: -15℃to+70℃
Min. laying temperature: 0℃
Standard: IEC 60227
Color: red, blue, green, yellow, black, yellow/green, brown
Product Overview Tongda's BVV cable is designed for building power distribution, lighting systems, and internal wiring of electrical appliances. It is a type of Fixed Wiring Cable suitable for scenarios with strict requirements on safety and durability, such as hotels, hospitals, and commercial complexes. With a double-layer PVC insulation sheath (300/500V) and IEC 60227 standard certification, it can operate stably in environments ranging from -15℃ to +70℃, preventing insulation aging caused by moisture and friction, and reducing project rework rates.
Product Parameter | Parameter | Typical value / options |
|---|---|
| Product name | BVV Cable (PVC insulated, PVC sheathed, round) |
| Conductor material | Copper |
| Conductor sizes | 0.5 mm² — 400 mm² (common sizes: 1.0, 1.5, 2.5, 4, 6 mm²) |
| Insulation | Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) |
| Sheath | PVC outer jacket |
| Rated voltage | 300/500 V |
| Temperature rating | -15 °C to +70 °C |
| Standards | IEC 60227 |
| Jackets & options | Flame-retardant, low-smoke halogen-free (LSZH) and color variants on request. |
| Brand Name | TongDa |
| Place of Origin | Guangdong, China |
Product Features The tensile strength of the sheath is ≥12.5N/mm² (GB/T 2951.11), suitable for pre-embedded concrete and metal pipe penetration, reducing the risk of insulation damage caused by construction friction.
Passed the IEC 60811-2-1 humidity resistance test, suitable for environments with humidity >85% such as basements and cold storage.
Supports full-size standing inventory from 1.5mm² to 35mm², and 15-day port delivery (Ningbo Port/Qingdao Port) for orders below 10,000 meters.
Basic certification: IEC 60227, GB/T 5023.3
Extended certification: CE (EN 50525), CCC (China Compulsory Certification), SAA (AS/NZS 5000.1) available on demand, supporting EU, Middle East, and Southeast Asian project applications.
Number of cores and colors: 1-5 cores optional, supporting 7 sheath color codes such as red/yellow-green, suitable for three-phase five-wire (TN-S) system.
Each cable axis comes with an independent traceability code, and the raw material batch (Jiangxi Copper C1100 electrolytic copper), production time (72-hour aging test record), and test report (TUV Rheinland third-party certification) can be queried online.
Building fixed wiring (homes, offices, hotels)
Lighting circuits, power outlets and distribution boards
Conduit and trunking systems where fixed, durable wiring is required
Small machinery and electrical appliances needing fixed connections
Underground or air-laid installations when correctly protected.
Residential Complex — Main Distribution Wiring
Supplied BVV 2.5 mm² and 4 mm² for apartment unit power and lighting circuits. Delivered on schedule; included quality certificates.
Commercial Office Fit-out — Conduit Wiring
Provided multi-core BVV for power outlets and lighting, with flame-retardant jacket option for ceiling voids.
Light Industrial Workshop — Fixed Machine Feeders
Supplied 6 mm² and 10 mm² BVV for permanently installed equipment.
BV cables and BVV cables are both common low voltage power cables that are mainly used for fixed wiring, but they have some differences in their construction and usage. The following are the main differences between the two:
1. Different structure
BV cable:
Full name: copper core PVC insulated wire.
Structure: only conductor (copper core) and a layer of PVC insulation, no outer jacket.
Shape: usually single-core, simpler shape.
BVV cable:
Full name: copper core PVC insulated PVC sheathed cable.
Structure: On the basis of BV, a layer of PVC outer sheath is added to form a double layer of protection.
Shape: usually round or multi-core, with more solid structure.
2. Different performance
BV cable:
Better insulation, but lower mechanical strength, suitable for fixed laying, not suitable for exposure to complex environments.
Mainly used for indoor lighting, sockets and other fixed wiring.
BVV cable:
Due to the outer sheath, higher mechanical strength, better abrasion and corrosion resistance, suitable for more complex environments.
Commonly used in occasions that require a higher level of protection, such as industrial equipment, distribution boxes, etc.
3. Different uses
BV cable:
Suitable for dry, no mechanical damage to the indoor environment, such as home improvement, office wiring, etc.
BVV cable:
Suitable for occasions that require additional protection, such as humid environments, industrial places or places that require resistance to mechanical damage.
4. Installation and cost
BV cable:
Relatively easy to install and low cost, suitable for projects with limited budget.
BVV cables:
Slightly more complex to install and more costly, but offers greater safety and durability.
Summary:
BV cable: simple construction, suitable for general indoor wiring.
BVV cable: double-layer protection, suitable for occasions requiring higher protection.
Q: What’s the difference between BV, BVV and BVR?
A: BV is single-core PVC insulated wire; BVV is PVC-insulated and PVC-sheathed round fixed cable; BVR is flexible (stranded) copper conductor with PVC insulation. Choose BVV where fixed, mechanically-protected runs are required.
Q: Can BVV be used outdoors?
A: PVC-sheathed BVV can be used outdoors if protected from direct sunlight and chemicals; for UV or harsh environments, request a UV-stabilized or jacketed option.
Q: What voltage ratings are available?
A: Typical BVV models are rated 300/500V.
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