Stranded Copper American Building Wire, 8 AWG, 600V, PVC Insulated, Nylon Jacketed, Black, 500ft | RESCAB

Product description

THHN/THWN electrical american building wire, stranded copper. manufactured by Red Sea Cables Company according to American specifications (UL 83). Insulated with polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and jacketed with nylon for added protection against abrasion and scratches during conduit pulling. It also offers good resistance to oil, gasoline, and chemicals. It is also characterized by its high resistance to heat and water, where It is appropriate for use in dry locations at temperatures not to exceed 105˚C or not to exceed 75°C in wet locations. THHN/THWN building wires are used in general applications for providing power and lighting in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. Available in a variety of sizes and colors with highest quality and best prices.

• Wire Type: THHN/THWN Building Wire 
• Rated Temperature: 105℃ DRY, 75°C WET
• Conductor: Stranded Copper
• Insulation Material: PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) 105 °C
• Jacket: Nylon
• Voltage Rating: 600 volts
• Size (Cross-sectional area): 8 AWG (8.37 mm2)
• Number of Wires x Nominal Wire Diameter: 13 × 0.8 + 6 × 0.6mm
• Maximum DC Resistance at 20°C: 2.144 ohm/km
• Nominal Insulation Thickness: 0.76 mm
• Nylon Jacket Thickness: 0.13 mm
• Overall Diameter: 5.5 mm
• Current Carrying Capacity (THHN): 55 Ampere
• Current Carrying Capacity (THWN): 50 Ampere
• Standard Packing Length: 500 feet (152.4 meters) on Plastic Reels 
• Insulation Color: Black
• Stradards: UL 83