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2 XHHW-2 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:

2 XHHW-2 Copper Building Wire, 2 XHHW Cable, 2 XHHW Service Wire, 2 XHHW Copper Wire, 2 CU Building Wire, 2 Black Stranded CU SIMpull XHHW-2 Wire, Southwire 11298799, Southwire Wire, 2 AWG XHHW Building Wire, 2 Gauge Black Stranded Copper XHHW-2 Wire, 2 Stranded Copper XHHW-2 Wire, 2 AWG Copper XHHW Wire, 2 AWG Insulated Copper XHHW-2, 2 Gauge Electrical XHHW-2 Cable.

Common Uses of 2 AWG Copper XHHW-2 Wire

• 115A branch circuits in commercial and industrial buildings (75°C rating)
• 135A feeder wiring in raceways and conduit where 90°C ampacity is permitted
• Main power feeders in commercial, industrial, and residential service panels
• Motor leads for high-power industrial equipment
• HVAC system wiring for heavy-duty air conditioning and heating 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: 2 AWG
Number of Strands: 7
Diameter Over Conductor (Inches): 0.282
Insulation Thickness (mils): 45
Approx. OD (Inches): 0.379
Copper Weight (lbs/mft): 204 lbs
Net Weight (lbs/mft): 228 lbs
Min Bending Radius: 1.5 inches
Max Pull Tension: 530 lbs
Allowable Ampacity At 60°C: 95 Amps
Allowable Ampacity At 75°C: 115 Amps
Allowable Ampacity At 90°C: 135 Amps
Southwire Part (SIMpull®): 11298799

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