1 AWG XHHW-2 Stranded Copper Building Wire
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1 AWG XHHW-2 Stranded Copper Building Wire
Description:
Copper SIMpull XHHW-2/RW90 conductors are primarily used in conduit 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.
Also Known As:
1 XHHW-2 Copper Building Wire, 1 XHHW Cable, 1 XHHW Service Wire, 1 XHHW Copper Wire, 1 CU Building Wire, 1 Black Stranded CU SIMpull XHHW-2 Wire, Southwire 11299599, Southwire Wire, 1 AWG XHHW Building Wire, 1 Gauge Black Stranded Copper XHHW-2 Wire, 1 Stranded Copper XHHW-2 Wire, 1 AWG Copper XHHW Wire, 1 AWG Insulated Copper XHHW-2, 1 Gauge Electrical XHHW-2 Cable.
Common Uses of 1 AWG Copper XHHW-2 Wire
1 AWG copper XHHW-2 is installed in conduit and other NEC-recognized raceways for services, feeders, and branch circuits, in wet or dry locations at up to 600V. It's rated 130A at 75°C and 145A at 90°C. Typical uses:
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150A home services under NEC 310.12
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125A feeders to commercial panels and rooftop HVAC units
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125A generator feeders and transfer switches
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100A feeders on long underground conduit runs
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:
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Size: 1 AWG
Number of Strands: 19
Diameter Over Conductor (Inches): 0.322
Insulation Thickness (mils): 45
Approx. OD (Inches): 0.435
Copper Weight (lbs/mft): 258 lbs
Net Weight (lbs/mft): 291 lbs
Min Bending Radius: 1.7 inches
Max Pull Tension: 669 lbs
Allowable Ampacity At 60°C: 110 Amps
Allowable Ampacity At 75°C: 130 Amps
Allowable Ampacity At 90°C: 145 Amps
Southwire Part (SIMpull): 11299599
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Compatible with Manufacturer |
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Advanced Digital : |
201 |
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Omni Cable : |
Black : M701ST-01 |
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Southwire : |
Black : 11299599 |
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HWC : |
HW00200101 |
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Priority Wire & Cable : |
1STRXHHW |
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Service Wire Co : |
XH1BK |
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