XHHW-2 Building Wire — 600 MCM Copper, Black, 1250 ft. Reel
This XHHW-2 building wire is available in 600 MCM copper solid conductor with black insulation on a 1250 ft. reel. Featuring cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) insulation rated for 90°C in both wet and dry locations, XHHW-2 is a standard wire type for high-capacity power distribution in commercial and industrial construction. Black insulation is the standard NEC color for ungrounded (hot) conductors in single-phase and multi-phase electrical systems.
Key Specifications
- Wire type: XHHW-2
- Conductor size: 600 MCM
- Conductor material: Copper
- Conductor type: Solid
- Insulation color: Black
- Reel length: 1250 ft.
- Temperature rating: 90°C wet/dry
Applications
Designed for service entrance conductors, large feeder circuits, and high-capacity branch circuits in commercial buildings, industrial facilities, data centers, and utility infrastructure. The 600 MCM size supports very high ampacity loads as required by NEC conductor sizing tables. Suitable for conduit installations in wet and dry locations, including underground conduit where wet-rated insulation is needed.




