6-3C Stranded Copper Metal Clad UL Galvanized Steel THHN/THWN Insulation Interlocked Armored Cable

Allowable Ampacity for 6-3C Stranded Copper Metal Clad UL Galvanized Steel THHN/THWN Insulation Interlocked Armored Cable: 100 Amps

Applications:

Suitable for commercial, industrial, and multi-residential buildings, and can be used for branch circuits and feeder wiring-services for various purposes such as power, lighting, control, and signal circuits. It can be used in exposed or concealed locations, fished or surface mounted, and even embedded in plaster. It can also be used in environmental air-handling spaces, open or messenger supported aerial runs, and dry locations. Additionally, it is suitable for hazardous locations, including Class I & II Div. 2 and Class III, Div. 1 & 2 (per NEC Articles 501, 502, 503, 530), Places of Assembly, and any applications that require superior EMI shielding.

Also Known as:

AFC Cable, Steel Strip Cable, MC Steel Cable, Galvanized Cable, Metal Clad Cable, MC Cable, Interlocking Armor Cable, Galvanized Steel

Construction:

• Armor: Galvanized Interlocking Steel Strip
• Conductors: Stranded Copper
• Conductor Insulation: THHN/THWN
• Assembly Covering: Polypropylene Tape
• Neutral Conductor: White 
• Grounding: One grounding means – may be insulated or bare
• Maximum Voltage Rating: 600V
• Maximum Temperature Rating: 90°C (dry)

Features & Benefits:

• Galvanized interlocking steel armor
• May be used with set-screw connectors UL listed for use with MC Cable
• Superior EMI shielding versus aluminum armor
• UL Classified for Through-Wall Penetrations
• Type MC Steel Metal Clad Cable is a traditional Type MC cable containing one or more copper grounding conductors; the armor is not an equipment grounding means.

References & Ratings:

• UL 83, 1479, 1569, 1581, 2556, File Reference E80042
• NEC 230.43, 300.22(C), 392, 396, 330, 501, 502, 503, 530, 504, 505, 518, 520, 530, 645
• Cable Tray Rated, install per NEC
• Federal Specification A-A–59544 (formerly J-C–30B)
• Meets all applicable OSHA and HUD Requirements
• UL Classified 1, 2, and 3 hour through (Fire) penetration product, R–14141
• Environmental Air-Handling Space Installation per NEC 300.22(C)
• Made in USA of US and/or imported materials

Specification:

• Size AWG: 8
• Number of Conductors: 3
• Ground Size AWG: 8 Stranded
• Approx. Armor O.D: 0.855 Inch
• Weight 1000ft: 594 Lbs
• 125' Coil Code: 1720-32-00
• 500' Reel Code: 1720-45-00