Flat Cable 2C+E TPS
Published 8 December 2015
Product
Flat Electrical Cable 2 Core and Earth PVC Insulated and Sheathed 450/750 CLASS 2 type, commonly known as “TPS” Identifying features description VVF2C1E105 (1.5mm2 TPS) marked with the year 2013, VVF2C1E205 (2.5mm2 TPS) marked with the year 2013, VVF2C1E004 (4mm2 TPS) marked with the year 2013, VVF2C1E006 (6mm2 TPS) marked with the year 2013
Why it was recalled
The cables fail the required ageing tests of AS/NZS 5000.2. The insulation could become prematurely brittle with age.
Hazard
If the insulation becomes brittle and the cables are disturbed, the insulation could break and expose live conductors, resulting in possible electric shock or fires.
Source: Product Safety Australia. RecallMatch AU provides a screening summary and is independent of the ACCC.