What is a BW Internal SWA Cable Gland?

A BW Internal SWA Cable Gland is a mechanical cable termination specifically designed for use with Steel Wire Armoured (SWA) cable in indoor electrical installations. It provides a secure method of terminating the cable by firmly clamping the steel wire armour while offering excellent strain relief and maintaining the mechanical integrity of the installation. BW cable glands are the industry standard for terminating armoured cables in dry, indoor environments where environmental sealing is not required.

Manufactured from high-quality brass, BW cable glands are strong, durable, and corrosion resistant, making them ideal for use in commercial, industrial, and domestic electrical installations. They are widely used with XLPE/SWA/PVC cable, PVC/SWA/PVC cable, and LSZH Steel Wire Armoured cable.

What is a BW Cable Gland Used For?

BW SWA cable glands are designed to terminate Steel Wire Armoured cable into switchgear, distribution boards, junction boxes, motor control centres, electrical panels, and other indoor equipment. The gland securely grips the cable's steel wire armour, preventing movement and reducing mechanical stress on the conductors while ensuring a safe and professional cable termination.

Because BW cable glands are intended for internal use only, they do not incorporate the additional weatherproof sealing found in a CW external cable gland. For outdoor installations or locations exposed to moisture, a CW cable gland should be used instead.

Key Features of BW Internal SWA Cable Glands

• Designed specifically for indoor SWA cable installations
• Suitable for Steel Wire Armoured (SWA) cable
• Provides secure armour clamping and mechanical retention
• Manufactured from high-quality corrosion-resistant brass
• Offers excellent strain relief and cable support
• Suitable for industrial, commercial, and domestic electrical installations
• Easy to install using standard electrical tools
• Available in a comprehensive range of metric cable gland sizes

What Does a BW Cable Gland Kit Include?

A typical BW SWA Cable Gland Kit contains all the components required to terminate an armoured cable safely and securely, including:

• BW brass cable gland
• PVC shroud for a neat, professional finish and additional protection
• Brass earth tag
• Brass locknut

Using a complete cable gland kit helps ensure a secure installation while providing effective earthing of the cable armour where required.

Why Choose a BW Internal SWA Cable Gland?

A BW Internal SWA Cable Gland offers a reliable, robust, and cost-effective solution for terminating Steel Wire Armoured cables in dry indoor environments. Its strong brass construction and secure armour clamping provide excellent mechanical protection, helping to extend the life of the cable installation while ensuring compliance with professional electrical installation practices.

BW cable glands are widely used in factories, warehouses, commercial buildings, plant rooms, schools, hospitals, offices, distribution boards, industrial control panels, and electrical switchgear. Available in a wide range of sizes, our BW SWA Cable Gland Kits provide everything required for a fast, safe, and professional armoured cable termination.