OEX ACX0811 6mm Twin Core Automotive Cable, Red/Black, With Black Sheath 30m Roll

OEX ACX0811 Australian Made 6mm Twin Core Sheathed Automotive Cable Red and Black with Black Outer Sheath 30m Roll OFHC Copper 30A V90

The OEX ACX0811 is a 6mm twin core sheathed automotive cable supplied on a 30m 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. At 30A per conductor, this is the highest-rated cable in the OEX sheathed twin core range. Each conductor has a 4.59mm² OFHC copper cross-section with 65-strand construction for flexibility despite the large gauge. 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 ACX0811 is the 6mm variant in the OEX twin core sheathed automotive cable range, stepping up significantly from the 4mm ACX0808 with a larger 4.59mm² conductor cross-section and a 30A continuous rating per conductor. This rating makes the ACX0811 suited to demanding two-wire applications where both positive and negative need to travel together with mechanical and UV protection, including winch and recovery equipment power and return feeds, dual battery and auxiliary battery wiring runs, high-current relay and accessory circuits, and trailer and caravan main supply feeds. The common black outer sheath encloses both conductors and provides protection against abrasion, UV and moisture in exposed installations.

The 65-strand construction provides excellent flexibility for routing through tight spaces and around bends despite the larger 6mm gauge, with significantly more strands than the 26-strand 4mm cable. The UV stabilised V90 PVC insulation and sheath handle continuous operating temperatures up to 90°C for underbonnet and outdoor-exposed installations. The 30m roll suits workshop jobs and demanding single-vehicle installations without the bulk of a full-length trade 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 high-current automotive and marine applications.

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

30A rated at 30°C per conductor: The highest rating in the OEX sheathed twin core range, suited to winch feeds, dual battery runs, high-current relay circuits and heavy accessory wiring in 12V and 24V systems drawing up to 30A 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.

65-strand construction: The 65-strand conductor provides excellent flexibility and resistance to fatigue during installation and in service, maintaining good routing flexibility despite the larger 6mm cable gauge.

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.

30m roll: Workshop-friendly length for multi-circuit jobs and demanding single-vehicle installations without the bulk of a full-length trade roll.

Technical specs

Frequently asked questions

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 does the ACX0811 compare to the ACX0808 and ACX0806? All three are twin core sheathed cables with the same construction and sheath colour. The ACX0806 uses 3mm conductors at 1.13mm² and 10A per conductor. The ACX0808 uses 4mm conductors at 1.84mm² and 15A per conductor. The ACX0811 uses 6mm conductors at 4.59mm² and 30A per conductor, suited to the highest-current two-wire applications including winch feeds and dual battery runs.

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 30A 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.