2/0 AWG XHHW-2 Stranded Copper Building Wire

2/0 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.

Also Known As:

2/0 AWG XHHW-2 Copper Building Wire, 2/0 XHHW Cable, 2/0 XHHW Service Wire, 2/0 XHHW Copper Wire, 2/0 CU Building Wire, 2/0 Black Stranded CU SIMpull XHHW-2 Wire, Southwire 11301999, Southwire Wire, 2/0 AWG XHHW Building Wire, 2/0 Gauge Black Stranded Copper XHHW-2 Wire, 2/0 Stranded Copper XHHW-2 Wire, 2/0 AWG Copper XHHW Wire, 2/0 AWG Insulated Copper XHHW-2, 2/0 Gauge Electrical XHHW-2 Cable, 200 amp wire, 200 amp cable.

Common Uses of 2/0 AWG Copper XHHW-2 Wire

2/0 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 175A at 75°C and 195A at 90°C. Typical uses:

• 200A home services: the standard copper size for a 200A residential service under NEC 310.12

• 200A manufactured home feeders under NEC 310.12

• 175A feeders to commercial panels and equipment

• Feeders for large motors and elevator equipment

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: 2/0 AWG
  Number of Strands: 19
  Diameter Over Conductor (Inches): 0.405
  Insulation Thickness (mils): 55
  Approx. OD (Inches): 0.524
  Copper Weight (lbs/mft): 410 lbs
  Net Weight (lbs/mft): 452 lbs
  Min Bending Radius: 2.1 inches
  Max Pull Tension: 1064 lbs
  Allowable Ampacity At 60°C: 145 Amps
  Allowable Ampacity At 75°C: 175 Amps
  Allowable Ampacity At 90°C: 195 Amps
  Southwire Part (SIMpull): 11301999