Overview
This XHHW-2 building wire features a 600 MCM bare copper stranded conductor with black PVC jacket and cross-linked polyethylene (XLP) insulation. Designed for use in conduit or recognized raceways for services, feeders, and branch circuit wiring in commercial and industrial applications. Supplied on a cut reel for flexible ordering. Rated 600 volts maximum with a 90°C temperature rating for both wet and dry locations.
Features
- 600 MCM bare copper stranded conductor for high-ampacity installations
- XHHW-2 type — suitable for wet or dry locations up to 90°C
- Black PVC jacket with XLP (cross-linked polyethylene) insulation
- Abrasion, moisture, and heat resistant insulation for demanding environments
- Sunlight resistant construction
- 600V maximum voltage rating
- Not rated for direct burial
- Packaged on a cut reel for flexible quantity ordering
Applications
- Services, feeders, and branch circuit wiring in conduit or recognized raceways
- General purpose commercial and industrial building wire installations
- Wet or dry location use where NEC compliance is required
Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Conductor Size | 600 MCM |
| Conductor Material | Bare Copper, Stranded |
| Wire Type | XHHW-2 |
| Insulation | XLP (Cross-Linked Polyethylene) |
| Jacket Color | Black |
| Voltage Rating | 600V |
| Temperature Rating | 90°C Wet/Dry |
| Application | General Purpose |
| Packaging | Cut Reel |
| Unit of Measure | Per 1,000 EA |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Standards | UL Standard 44, Federal Specification A-A-59544, NEC, ICEA S-95-658 (NEMA WC 70) |



