Product Information

Specification

8/2 W/GRND NM-B 600V Stranded Black

Allowable Ampacity for 8-2 W/GRND NM-B: 40 Amps

Applications:

Type NM-B Copper Building Wire is commonly applied in residential building wiring as a branch circuit for switches and outlets. It can also be used for various building purposes, both inside and outside (the temperature should not exceed 90 °C). NM-B electrical wire can be used in air voids in tile walls. The voltage rating of the cable is 600 volts. The electrical wire is easily installed because it is specifically designed for easier pulling. 

Also Known As:

8-2 NM-B Wire, 8-2 NM-B Cable, 8-2 Non-Metallic Sheathed Cable, 8-2 Non-Metallic Sheathed Wire, 8-2 Wire, 8-2 W Grnd NM-B, 8-2 Type NB Copper Building Wire

Standards:

• ASTM B-3 and B-8
• UL Standard 83
• UL Standard 719
• Federal Specification A-A-59544
• National Electrical Code, NFPA 70. 2011 Edition
• RoHS/ REACH

Construction:

Conductors:

The cable has 2 conductors with a bare ground wire. The conductors are made of soft Stranded bare annealed copper.

Insulation:

The cable has a polyvinyl chloride (PVC) insulation, making it perfect for harsh conditions. 

Jacket:

PVC jacket comes in yellow, orange, white, and black colors.

Specifications:

• Size AWG: 8
• Weight per 1000 ft: 186 lbs
• Conductors: 2
• Number of Strands: 7
• Insulation: PVC
• Insulation Thickness: 35 mils

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