Product Information

Specification

12 XHHW-2 Solid Copper Building Wire

Applications:

Copper SIMpull XHHW-2/RW90 conductos are primarily used in conduit, cable tray or other recognized raceways for services, feeders, and branch circuit wiring, as specified in the National Electrical Code. SIMpull XHHW-2/ RW90 copper conductors may be used in wet or dry locations at temperatures not to exceed 90°C. Voltage rating for XHHW-2 conductors is 600 volts or 1000 volts for all sizes. Suitable for use in Health Care Facilities per Section 517.160 of the National Electrical Code where a dielectric constant of less than 3.5 maybe specified.

Also Known As:

12 XHHW-2 RW90 Copper Building Wire, 12 XHHW-2 Cable, 12 XHHW-2 Service Wire, southwire 55022001, 12 XHHW-2 Copper Wire, XHHW-2 wire, 12 AWG XHHW Solid Building Wire, 12 Solid CU Wire, 12 solid wire copper.

Standards:

• ASTM B3 Soft or Annealed Copper Wire
• ASTM B8 Concentric-Lay-Stranded Copper Conductors
• UL 44 Thermoset-Insulated Wires and Cables
• ICEA S-95-658 (NEMA WC70) Power Cables Rated 2000 Volts or Less for the Distribution of Electrical Energy
• Made in America: Compliant with both Buy American and Buy America Act (BAA) requirements per 49 U.S.C. § 5323(j) and the Federal Transit Administration Buy America requirements per 49 C.F.R. part 661
• Federal Specification A-A-59544
• NMX-J-451-ANCE Thermoset insulated wires and cables
• NOM-063-SCFI Electrical Products – Conductors – Safety Requirements

Construction:

Conductor:

Solid bare copper per ASTM B3 and ASTM B8.

Insulation:

Cross Linked Polyethylene (XLPE) with SIMpull Technology. Silicone-Free, Abrasion, High-Heat, Moisture Resistant.

Specifications:

• Size AWG: 12
• Weight per 1,000 ft: 24 lbs
• Outside Diameter: 0.080 inches
• Min Bending Radius: 0.6 inches
• Jacket: XLPE
• Insulation Thickness: 30 mils
  
• Allowable Ampacity At 60°C: 20 Amp
• Allowable Ampacity At 75°C: 25 Amp
• Allowable Ampacity At 90°C: 30 Amp
• Southwire Part ( SimPull): 55022001
  

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