3 AWG XHHW-2 Stranded Copper Building Wire

3 AWG XHHW-2 Stranded Copper Building Wire

Description:

Copper SIMpull XHHW-2/RW90 conductors are primarily used in conduit, cable trays, or other recognized raceways for services, feeders, and branch circuit wiring, as specified in the National Electrical Code (NEC). These conductors are rated for wet and dry locations, with a maximum operating temperature of 90°C. The voltage rating is 600V or 1000V for all sizes. This cable is designed for easier installation without the need for pulling lubricant. RW90 is suitable for open wiring and use in raceways (except cable troughs and ventilated flexible cableways) in wet or dry locations, as per the Canadian Electrical Code. Conductor sizes 8 AWG and larger are rated for 600V or 1000V single conductor copper with XLPE insulation and SIMpull technology for easier pulling.

Also Known As:

3 XHHW-2 Copper Building Wire, 3 XHHW Cable, 3 XHHW Service Wire, 3 XHHW Copper Wire, 3 CU Building Wire, 3 Black Stranded CU SIMpull XHHW-2 Wire, Southwire 26727899, Southwire Wire, 3 AWG XHHW Building Wire, 3 Gauge Black Stranded Copper XHHW-2 Wire, 3 Stranded Copper XHHW-2 Wire, 3 AWG Copper XHHW Wire, 3 Gauge Insulated Copper XHHW-2 Wire, 3 AWG Electrical XHHW-2 Cable, 100 amp wire, 100 amp cable

Common Uses of 3 AWG Copper XHHW-2 Wire

• 100A branch circuits in commercial and industrial buildings (75°C rating)
• 100A feeders and subpanels at full rating, including commercial and other non-dwelling installations
• 110A home services under NEC 310.12
• 100A circuits for 80A Level 2 EV chargers
• 100A generator outputs and transfer switches
• Main power feeders in commercial, industrial, and residential service panels
• Large motor leads requiring 600V-rated copper conductors
• HVAC system wiring for heavy-duty air conditioning units
• Backup generator connections for emergency power distribution
• Cable tray installations where NEC permits XHHW-2 conductors

Construction:

Conductor:

• Material: Class B compressed stranded bare copper per ASTM B3 and ASTM B8

Insulation:

• Material: Cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) with SIMpull Technology
• Properties: Silicone-free, abrasion-resistant, high-heat, moisture-resistant

Features:

• SIS - 8 AWG and larger
• Sunlight resistant
• -40°C cold bend resistance
• FT1 flame test rating
• Gasoline and oil resistant II
• CT Rated - 1/0 AWG and larger
• FT4 flame test - 350 kcmil and larger
• RoHS/REACH compliant

Standards & Compliance:

• ASTM B3 – Soft or Annealed Copper Wire
• ASTM B8 – Concentric-Lay-Stranded Copper Conductors
• ASTM B787 – 19 Wire Combination Unilay-Stranded Copper Conductors
• UL 44 – Thermoset-Insulated Wires and Cables
• UL 1685 – Vertical-Tray Fire Propagation and Smoke Release Test (1/0 and Larger)
• CSA C22.2 No. 38 – Thermoset-insulated wires and cables
• ICEA S-95-658 (NEMA WC70) – Power Cables Rated 2000V or Less
• IEEE 1202/FT4 Flame Test – (70,000 BTU/hr) 350kcmil and Larger
• Buy American & Buy America Act (BAA) Compliant (49 U.S.C. § 5323(j) and 49 C.F.R. part 661)
• Federal Specification A-A-59544
• NMX-J-451-ANCE – Thermoset insulated wires and cables
• NOM-063-SCFI – Electrical Conductors Safety Requirements

Specifications:

• Size: 3 AWG
  Number of Strands: 7
  Diameter Over Conductor (Inches): 0.252
  Insulation Thickness (mils): 45
  Approx. OD (Inches): 0.348
  Min Bending Radius: 1.4 inches
  Max Pull Tension: 420 lbs
  Copper Weight (lbs/mft): 162 lbs
  Net Weight (lbs/mft): 184 lbs
  Allowable Ampacity At 60°C: 85 Amps
  Allowable Ampacity At 75°C: 100 Amps
  Allowable Ampacity At 90°C: 115 Amps
  Southwire Part (SIMpull): 26727899