Smartect Braided Cable, Twisted 3-Core Gold Textile Wire, 3 x 0.75mm², 10 Metres
Product description
A visible cable can be part of a lighting design, while a straightforward replacement may call for something less decorative. This Smartect twisted textile cable is aimed at projects where the finish matters as well as the wiring.
It has three cores, including a protective earth conductor, and a gold fabric braid. The supplied length is 10 metres, which can be shortened for a project, but cutting and wiring are jobs for a qualified professional.
Planning a metal pendant or a vintage-style lamp? The earth conductor makes this a more relevant starting point than a two-core cable for a fitting that requires grounding.
Key specifications
- Type: Twisted, braided textile electrical cable
- Cores: 3, including a protective earth conductor
- Conductor size: 3 x 0.75mm²
- Colour: Gold
- Length: 10 metres
- Conductor material: Tinned copper
- Cable specification: H05V-K 300/500 V
- Listed voltage: 230 Volts
- What’s included: One cable, an illustrated English user manual is specified
The gold fabric sheath gives the cable a more visible, vintage-inspired finish than a plain, unobtrusive lead. Buyers’ comments highlight its appearance and perceived quality, with some noting the vintage look. These are impressions of the finish rather than evidence of electrical performance, so suitability still depends on the fitting and installation.
How to use it
This cable is intended for lamp-making and DIY lighting projects, including pendant lights, chandeliers and hanging lights. Its three-core construction includes an earth conductor for fittings that require grounding, such as some metal lamps and ceiling canopies. The manufacturer describes the cable as flexible and says it can be cut to a desired length, wiring and any shortening should be carried out by a qualified professional.
It is designed to conduct electricity, not to support the weight of a lamp. Use separate secure fixings for the fitting, particularly where the lamp is heavy. It is also not intended for direct use in damp or wet areas, the manufacturer says suitable moisture-protected conduits or housings are needed in those environments.
Who it’s for
Worth considering if you are building or updating a light fitting and want the cable itself to contribute to a gold, textile look. The 10-metre length offers room for a project that needs more than a short replacement piece, while the three-core design is relevant when an earth connection is needed. The stated English manual may also be useful when planning the installation.
It’s not for you if you need the cable to carry a lamp’s weight or expect to use it directly in a damp area. If the project is a simple fitting that does not require grounding, a three-core cable may not be necessary, the key choice is the fitting’s wiring requirement, not just its appearance.
What to clarify
Can the cable be shortened? Yes. The manufacturer states that it can be cut to the required length, but cutting and wiring should be handled by a qualified professional.
Can it be used with a dimmer? The manufacturer says this is possible when the connected bulbs and components are dimmable, with professional installation.
Can it support a hanging lamp? No. It is for power conduction, so the lamp needs separate secure fixings to support its weight.
Should you buy it?
Choose this cable when a gold braided finish, a twisted form and three-core wiring all suit the lighting project. It makes more sense than choosing cable solely for an inconspicuous finish if the textile look is meant to be seen. For a decision, match the cable to the fitting’s grounding needs and arrange professional wiring, its decorative appearance does not make it a load-bearing support.