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Sand · 06.06

Electrical Sand

Bedding sand for electrical cables, PVC pipes and trench backfill. It resists shifting and erosion, so services stay protected.

  • Cable bedding
  • Trench backfill
  • Stable
  • Sold per m³
Electrical Sand supplied in bulk by Jimel Transport
Natural product. Every load is a natural material, so colour, shape and size can vary a little from batch to batch. Treat the photos on this site as a guide.

Quick answer

Electrical Sand is used to bed electrical cables and PVC pipes and to backfill trenches. It meets the relevant electrical conductivity test specifications, is compatible with PVC and other construction materials, and resists shifting and erosion, so cables and pipes sit on a stable, protective base. It suits small residential jobs and large commercial installations.

Electrical Sand: the key points
Best forElectrical cable and PVC pipe bedding, trench backfill
TestingMeets the relevant electrical conductivity test specifications
CompatibilityPVC pipes and other construction materials
Sold byThe cubic metre
Approx. weightAbout 1.6 tonnes per m³

This weight is a guide. Work out your own quantity with the volume calculator.

Why choose it

What it does well

  • 01Reliable and durable
  • 02High electrical conductivity
  • 03Smooth installation process

About the product

How this sand performs

Our electrical sand is made for bedding electrical cables and PVC pipes and for backfilling trenches. It meets all the relevant electrical conductivity test specifications, making it a dependable choice for civil engineering and construction work. It is formulated to meet the strict requirements of electrical standards and is compatible with PVC pipes and other construction materials.

It resists shifting and erosion, so cables and pipes sit on a stable base and stay free from damage.

It is suitable for everything from a small residential job to a large commercial installation.

Electrical Sand: your questions answered

What is electrical sand used for?

Bedding electrical cables and PVC pipes, and backfilling the trenches they sit in.

Does electrical sand meet test specifications?

Yes. It meets the relevant electrical conductivity test specifications. If your project needs the test results, just ask.

Electrical sand or bedding sand?

Pick electrical sand when you’re laying cables and the job needs tested material. Bedding sand is the one for general pipe backfill, pavers and rendering.

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