Aluminum XHHW-2
Type XHHW-2 conductors are primarily used in conduit or other recognized raceways for services and feeders as specified by the NEC (National Electrical Code). XHHW-2 is available in sizes ranging from #6 to 1000 MCM. The conductors are made with 8000 series aluminum alloy and cross-linked polyethylene insulation is applied. All sizes are made with a friction reducing compound to aid in the installation process.
Standards & Specifications
- 600V Rated
- Wet/Dry Locations (90°C)
- Underwriter’s Laboratories UL 44
- Sunlight Resistant
- Cable Tray use 1/0 & Larger
- NEMA Publication No. WC-70
- Canadian Standard C22.2 No. 38
- Gasoline & Oil Resistant II
- ICEA S-95-658
- IEEE 1202ARRA 2009 Section 1605
- “Buy American” Compliant
- Available in low and high voltage colors
Wire Size & Specs
| Conductor | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Size (AWG) | Stranding | Insulation Thickness (Inches) |
Nom. OD (Inches) | Ampacity* 90° C | Approx Net WT./MFT | Standard Packaging Options (ft) |
Color Options |
Conductor Size (AWG) 6 |
Stranding 7 | Insulation Thickness (Inches) 0.045 | Nom. OD (Inches) 0.26 |
Ampacity* 90° C 60 |
Approx Net WT./MFT 39 |
Standard Packaging Options (ft) 500' 1000' 2500' 5000' Reels | Color Options |
Conductor Size (AWG) 4 |
Stranding 7 | Insulation Thickness (Inches) 0.045 | Nom. OD (Inches) 0.305 |
Ampacity* 90° C 75 |
Approx Net WT./MFT 57 |
Standard Packaging Options (ft) 500' 1000' 2500' 5000' Reels | Color Options |
Conductor Size (AWG) 2 |
Stranding 7 | Insulation Thickness (Inches) 0.045 | Nom. OD (Inches) 0.36 |
Ampacity* 90° C 100 |
Approx Net WT./MFT 85 |
Standard Packaging Options (ft) 500' 1000' 2500' 5000' Reels | Color Options |
Conductor Size (AWG) 1 |
Stranding 19 | Insulation Thickness (Inches) 0.055 | Nom. OD (Inches) 0.415 |
Ampacity* 90° C 115 |
Approx Net WT./MFT 109 |
Standard Packaging Options (ft) 500' 1000' 2500' 5000' Reels | Color Options |
Conductor Size (AWG) 1/0 |
Stranding 19 | Insulation Thickness (Inches) 0.055 | Nom. OD (Inches) 0.45 |
Ampacity* 90° C 135 |
Approx Net WT./MFT 132 |
Standard Packaging Options (ft) 500' 1000' 2500' 5000' Reels | Color Options |
Conductor Size (AWG) 2/0 |
Stranding 19 | Insulation Thickness (Inches) 0.055 | Nom. OD (Inches) 0.49 |
Ampacity* 90° C 150 |
Approx Net WT./MFT 161 |
Standard Packaging Options (ft) 500' 1000' 2500' 5000' Reels | Color Options |
Conductor Size (AWG) 3/0 |
Stranding 19 | Insulation Thickness (Inches) 0.055 | Nom. OD (Inches) 0.54 |
Ampacity* 90° C 175 |
Approx Net WT./MFT 199 |
Standard Packaging Options (ft) 500' 1000' 2500' 5000' Reels | Color Options |
Conductor Size (AWG) 4/0 |
Stranding 19 | Insulation Thickness (Inches) 0.055 | Nom. OD (Inches) 0.59 |
Ampacity* 90° C 205 |
Approx Net WT./MFT 244 |
Standard Packaging Options (ft) 500' 1000' 2500' 5000' Reels | Color Options |
Conductor Size (AWG) 250 MCM |
Stranding 36 | Insulation Thickness (Inches) 0.065 | Nom. OD (Inches) 0.655 |
Ampacity* 90° C 230 |
Approx Net WT./MFT 293 |
Standard Packaging Options (ft) 500' 1000' 2500' 5000' Reels | Color Options |
Conductor Size (AWG) 300 MCM |
Stranding 36 | Insulation Thickness (Inches) 0.065 | Nom. OD (Inches) 0.705 |
Ampacity* 90° C 255 |
Approx Net WT./MFT 345 |
Standard Packaging Options (ft) 500' 1000' 2500' 5000' Reels | Color Options |
Conductor Size (AWG) 350 MCM |
Stranding 36 | Insulation Thickness (Inches) 0.065 | Nom. OD (Inches) 0.75 |
Ampacity* 90° C 280 |
Approx Net WT./MFT 397 |
Standard Packaging Options (ft) 500' 1000' 2500' 5000' Reels | Color Options |
Conductor Size (AWG) 400 MCM |
Stranding 36 | Insulation Thickness (Inches) 0.065 | Nom. OD (Inches) 0.795 |
Ampacity* 90° C 305 |
Approx Net WT./MFT 449 |
Standard Packaging Options (ft) 500' 1000' 2500' 5000' Reels | Color Options |
Conductor Size (AWG) 500 MCM |
Stranding 36 | Insulation Thickness (Inches) 0.065 | Nom. OD (Inches) 0.87 |
Ampacity* 90° C 350 |
Approx Net WT./MFT 551 |
Standard Packaging Options (ft) 500' 1000' 2500' 5000' Reels | Color Options |
Conductor Size (AWG) 600 MCM |
Stranding 58 | Insulation Thickness (Inches) 0.080 | Nom. OD (Inches) 0.98 |
Ampacity* 90° C 385 |
Approx Net WT./MFT 674 |
Standard Packaging Options (ft) 500' 1000' 2500' Reels | Color Options |
Conductor Size (AWG) 700 MCM |
Stranding 58 | Insulation Thickness (Inches) 0.080 | Nom. OD (Inches) 1.04 |
Ampacity* 90° C 420 |
Approx Net WT./MFT 774 |
Standard Packaging Options (ft) N/A | Color Options |
Conductor Size (AWG) 750 MCM |
Stranding 58 | Insulation Thickness (Inches) 0.080 | Nom. OD (Inches) 1.075 |
Ampacity* 90° C 435 |
Approx Net WT./MFT 824 |
Standard Packaging Options (ft) 1000' 2500' Reels | Color Options |
Conductor Size (AWG) 900 MCM |
Stranding 58 | Insulation Thickness (Inches) 0.080 | Nom. OD (Inches) 1.161 |
Ampacity* 90° C 480 |
Approx Net WT./MFT 980 |
Standard Packaging Options (ft) 500' Reel | Color Options |
Conductor Size (AWG) 1000 MCM |
Stranding 58 | Insulation Thickness (Inches) 0.080 | Nom. OD (Inches) 1.23 |
Ampacity* 90° C 500 |
Approx Net WT./MFT 1078 |
Standard Packaging Options (ft) N/A | Color Options |
| *Allowable ampacity shown above is per National Electrical Code. The above data is approximate and subject to normal manufacturing tolerances. | |||||||
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