What are Armoured Cable Cleats?

Armoured cable cleats are specially designed cable fixing devices used to securely support, retain and manage Steel Wire Armoured (SWA) cables and other heavy-duty electrical cables. They are installed at regular intervals along a cable run to prevent movement, reduce mechanical stress and ensure cables remain safely positioned throughout the life of the installation.

Manufactured from high-strength materials such as nylon, polypropylene, stainless steel or aluminium, armoured cable cleats provide a secure fixing solution for both indoor and outdoor electrical installations. They are widely used in commercial buildings, industrial facilities, power distribution systems, construction projects, renewable energy installations, utilities, data centres and infrastructure projects.

SWA cable cleats are designed to grip the outer sheath of the cable without causing damage, helping to maintain the cable's integrity while providing excellent mechanical support. They also prevent excessive cable movement caused by vibration, expansion and contraction or accidental impact, making them an essential component of a professional cable installation.

For high fault current applications, specially engineered trefoil cable cleats and short-circuit rated cable cleats are available to withstand the significant electromagnetic forces generated during electrical faults, helping to improve the safety and reliability of the electrical system.

Benefits of Armoured Cable Cleats

• Provides secure support for Steel Wire Armoured (SWA) cables
• Prevents cable movement, sagging and vibration
• Reduces mechanical stress on cable glands and cable terminations
• Helps maintain neat, organised and professional cable installations
• Suitable for both indoor and outdoor environments
• Available in plastic, nylon, polypropylene, aluminium and stainless steel
• Resistant to corrosion, UV exposure, moisture and harsh weather conditions
• Available in a wide range of sizes to suit different SWA cable diameters
• Easy to install on walls, cable trays, ladder racks, ceilings and structural steelwork

Where are Armoured Cable Cleats Used?

Armoured cable cleats are commonly used to secure BS5467 XLPE/SWA/PVC cable, BS6724 LSZH armoured cable, instrumentation cable, power cable, control cable and other industrial electrical cables. They are ideal for fixing cables to walls, ceilings, cable trays, cable ladders, containment systems and external structures, ensuring installations comply with recognised electrical installation practices.

Whether you are installing a single SWA cable or multiple heavy-duty power cables, choosing the correct armoured cable cleat helps improve cable management, enhances installation safety, extends cable life and delivers a strong, reliable fixing solution for demanding commercial and industrial applications.