3 XLP USE-2 RHH RHW-2 Copper Building Wire, 3 Copper RHH Wire, 3 Copper RHH Cable, 3 Direct Burial Electrical Cable, 3 Direct Burial Power Cable, 3 Direct Burial Service Entrance Cable, 3 Underground Service Entrance Cable.
Description
This 3 AWG copper building wire is a high-capacity electrical conductor with multiple ratings—RHH, RHW-2, and USE-2—designed for residential, commercial, and industrial applications. It is suitable for both wet and dry locations, with a 90°C maximum operating temperature in either environment. The USE-2 rating makes it ideal for direct burial and underground service entrance applications.
With a 600V rating, this wire is commonly used in lighting, power distribution, photovoltaic connections, raceways, and aerial installations. It is also suitable for conduit installations per NEC specifications. The annealed soft copper conductor provides excellent conductivity and flexibility, making it a superior alternative to aluminum conductors in compact conduit installations.
Applications:
Underground service entrance cable for direct burial in residential and commercial installations.
Feeder and branch circuits for higher-load electrical systems in homes, businesses, and industrial settings.
Raceway and conduit installations where increased ampacity is required.
Aerial applications for outdoor power distribution with UV and weather resistance.
Photovoltaic (solar panel) systems requiring moderate to high power capacity.
Construction:
Conductor:
RHH/RHW-2/USE-2 conductors are made of annealed soft copper. Compared to aluminum, this conductor performs better in smaller conduits.
Insulation:
The cable has an abrasion, heat, and moisture resistant cross-linked polyethylene insulation (XLPE). The insulation is durable in harsh conditions.
Standards:
ASTM B-3 Soft Annealed Copper
ASTM B-8 Concentric Lay Stranded Conductors
ASTM B787 Unilay-Stranded Copper Conductors
UL Standard 44 Type RHH and RHW
UL Standard 854 Type USE-Service Entrance
Federal Specifications J-C-30B, ICEA S-66-524 , NEMA WC-7, A-A-59544
FAA Spec. L824 Type C Sizes 12-4 AWG as Airport lighting Cable
VW-1 available where flame retardancy required. 1/0 and larger rated for CT use.
VW-1 available on special request
RoHS Compliant
Specifications:
Size AWG:3
Weight per 1000 ft:201 lbs
Outside Diameter:0.380 inches
Number of Strands: 7
Insulation:XLPE
Insulation Thickness:.060
Compatible with Manufacturer
Southwire :
Black : 113480 Green : 587189
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