OEX ACX0806L 3mm Twin Core Automotive Cable, Red/Black, With Black Sheath - 100m Roll

OEX ACX0806L Australian Made 3mm Twin Core Sheathed Automotive Cable Red and Black with Black Outer Sheath 100m Roll OFHC Copper 10A V90

The OEX ACX0806L is a 3mm twin core sheathed automotive cable supplied on a 100m roll. Red and black conductors are enclosed in a common black outer sheath, providing both polarity identification and an additional layer of mechanical and UV protection over a standard figure 8 configuration. Each conductor has a 1.13mm² OFHC copper cross-section rated at 10A at 30°C with 16-strand construction. The PVC insulation and sheath are UV stabilised and rated to V90 (90°C). Compliant with AS/NZS 3808:2000 and RoHS. Covered by a one year warranty.

Product overview

The ACX0806L is the 100m roll version of the ACX0806 3mm twin core sheathed cable, suited to workshops and trade installers who regularly use sheathed twin core cable across trailer feeds, engine bay wiring and exposed runs, and prefer the full 100m trade-length supply over the 30m workshop roll. The conductor specification, insulation rating and sheath construction are identical across both roll lengths. The common black outer sheath provides an additional layer of mechanical and UV protection over a standard figure 8 configuration, making it better suited to exposed runs and locations requiring extra abrasion or weather resistance.

At 1.13mm² (17AWG) per conductor with a 10A continuous rating, the ACX0806L suits trailer and caravan lighting circuits, auxiliary and driving light wiring, accessory power and return feeds and general two-wire circuits drawing up to 10A per conductor. The 16-strand construction provides flexibility for routing through tight spaces, and the UV stabilised V90 PVC insulation and sheath handle continuous operating temperatures up to 90°C. The 100m roll suits workshops and trade installers covering multiple jobs from a single roll.

Features and benefits

Sheathed twin core construction: Red and black conductors enclosed in a black outer sheath for added mechanical and UV protection and a cleaner finished appearance, suited to exposed runs and locations requiring extra abrasion or weather resistance.

Red and black conductors: Conventional polarity colouring for straightforward positive and negative identification without additional marking or tape.

OFHC copper conductors: Oxygen free high conductivity copper minimises resistance across the cable run, maintaining reliable electrical performance in automotive and marine applications.

Australian owned and made: Premium quality copper cable produced locally to Australian automotive wiring standards.

10A rated at 30°C per conductor: Suited to trailer lighting, auxiliary lighting, accessory wiring and general two-wire circuits drawing up to 10A per conductor. Current carrying capacity reduces at higher ambient temperatures.

UV stabilised PVC insulation and sheath: Resists degradation in sun-exposed and outdoor environments, extending the service life of the cable in exposed installation positions.

V90 temperature rating (90°C): Insulation and sheath rated for continuous operation at up to 90°C, the standard automotive-grade insulation specification in Australia.

16-strand construction: The 16-strand conductor provides flexibility and resistance to fatigue during installation and in service, suited to routing through tight spaces and around bends.

AS/NZS 3808:2000 compliant: Meets the Australian and New Zealand standard for insulated conductors and cables for internal wiring of equipment.

RoHS compliant: Meets hazardous substance restrictions.

100m roll: Trade-length supply for workshops and fleet installers covering multiple jobs from a single roll.

Technical specs

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the ACX0806 and the ACX0806L? Both are the same 3mm twin core sheathed cable with identical conductor and insulation specifications. The ACX0806 is supplied on a 30m roll and the ACX0806L is supplied on a 100m roll. Select based on the quantity required for your installation workload.

What is the difference between sheathed twin core and figure 8 twin core cable? A sheathed twin core cable encloses two separately insulated conductors inside a common outer sheath, providing an additional layer of mechanical and UV protection. A figure 8 cable bonds two conductors side by side without a separate outer sheath. Sheathed cable is better suited to exposed runs and locations requiring extra abrasion or weather resistance.

How do I tell which conductor is positive and which is negative? The red conductor is positive and the black conductor is negative or return, following standard automotive wiring colour convention.

What is the amp rating per conductor? Each conductor is rated at 10A continuous at 30°C. Ampacity decreases as ambient temperature rises, so applications in high-heat environments such as underbonnet installations should be assessed against the expected operating temperature before use.

Is this cable available in other sizes or lengths? OEX produces twin core sheathed and figure 8 cable in a range of sizes and roll lengths. Contact us for available size and length options to suit your wiring application.