{"product_id":"3-awg-xhhw-2-stranded-copper-building-wire","title":"3 AWG XHHW-2 Stranded Copper Building Wire","description":"\u003cp\u003e[pdf] \u003cembed src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0213\/7895\/7412\/files\/NNC_SPECl.pdf?v=1738753005\" width=\"\" height=\"\" type=\"application\/pdf\"\u003e [\/pdf] [short]\u003c\/embed\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e3 AWG XHHW-2 Stranded Copper Building Wire\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"253\" data-end=\"274\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"256\" data-end=\"272\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"275\" data-end=\"1062\"\u003eCopper 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1069\" data-end=\"1092\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1090\"\u003eAlso Known As:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1093\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003e3 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1477\" data-end=\"1525\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1480\" data-end=\"1523\"\u003eCommon Uses of 3 AWG Copper XHHW-2 Wire\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1526\" data-end=\"2045\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1526\" data-end=\"1607\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1552\"\u003e100A branch circuits\u003c\/strong\u003e in commercial and industrial buildings (75°C rating)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"1691\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"1632\"\u003e115A feeder wiring\u003c\/strong\u003e in raceways and conduit where 90°C ampacity is permitted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1692\" data-end=\"1776\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1694\" data-end=\"1716\"\u003eMain power feeders\u003c\/strong\u003e in commercial, industrial, and residential service panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1777\" data-end=\"1841\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1779\" data-end=\"1800\"\u003eLarge motor leads\u003c\/strong\u003e requiring 600V-rated copper conductors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1842\" data-end=\"1906\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1844\" data-end=\"1866\"\u003eHVAC system wiring\u003c\/strong\u003e for heavy-duty air conditioning units\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1907\" data-end=\"1976\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1909\" data-end=\"1941\"\u003eBackup generator connections\u003c\/strong\u003e for emergency power distribution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1977\" data-end=\"2045\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1979\" data-end=\"2007\"\u003eCable tray installations\u003c\/strong\u003e where NEC permits XHHW-2 conductors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2052\" data-end=\"2074\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2055\" data-end=\"2072\"\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"2075\" data-end=\"2095\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2079\" data-end=\"2093\"\u003eConductor:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2096\" data-end=\"2181\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2096\" data-end=\"2181\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2098\" data-end=\"2111\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Class B compressed stranded \u003cstrong data-start=\"2140\" data-end=\"2155\"\u003ebare copper\u003c\/strong\u003e per ASTM B3 and ASTM B8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"2183\" data-end=\"2204\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2187\" data-end=\"2202\"\u003eInsulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2205\" data-end=\"2368\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2205\" data-end=\"2283\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2207\" data-end=\"2220\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2221\" data-end=\"2281\"\u003eCross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) with SIMpull Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2284\" data-end=\"2368\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2286\" data-end=\"2301\"\u003eProperties:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silicone-free, abrasion-resistant, high-heat, moisture-resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2375\" data-end=\"2393\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2378\" data-end=\"2391\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2394\" data-end=\"2667\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2394\" data-end=\"2424\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2396\" data-end=\"2422\"\u003eSIS - 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