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    About Wire and Cable
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    Compare wire vs. cable and choose the right option based on gauge, number of conductors, insulation, and current rating.

    Outdoor Lead Wire

    The EPDM insulation on this wire won’t become brittle or crack from sunlight, humidity, rain, temperature changes, abrasion from dirt and debris, and other rough outdoor conditions. It meets Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) standards for material quality.
    600V AC/600V DC
    Image of Product. Side1 orientation. Lead Wire. Outdoor Lead Wire, 600V AC, 600V DC.
    SC Cable—SC wire is a good choice for temporary setups powering outdoor lights, equipment, generators, and power distribution boxes, since its thick insulation makes it easy to move and reuse. Commonly found at outdoor events, it’s also known as stage cable.
    UL 2556 FT5—All are flame rated, so they meets requirements for preventing the spread of flames based on a timed test. FT5 wire is suspended horizontally during testing.
    Per Ft.
    AWG
    Wire Strand
    Count
    Current @
    Temp.
    OD
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Outer Jacket
    Material
    Outer Jacket
    Color
    Cable
    Designation
    Certification
    Flammability
    Rating
    Choose a Length, ft.
    1-99
    100-Up
    Stranded Wire
    4/0
    		2,062/30
    		405 amp @ 86° F0.77"-55 to 220EPDMBlackSCCSA Certified, MSHA Accepted, UL Listed
    		UL 2556 FT5
    		10, 25, 50, 1006584T11000000000000
     
    2,000V AC
    Image of Product. Side1 orientation. Lead Wire. Outdoor Lead Wire, 2,000V AC.
    DLO Cable—DLO wire carries higher voltages than SC wire, making it the better choice for heavy duty applications. Use it to run power to motors, cranes, and other equipment in shipyards, mines, and oil- and gas-drilling rigs. Also known as diesel locomotive cable, this wire was originally designed to wire trains. An outer layer of chlorinated polyethylene plastic (CPE) gives it increased resistance to chemicals, heat, and flames. It’s also rated RHW-2, so it can be used underground and in wet locations.
    UL 2556 FT4—All are flame rated, so they meets requirements for preventing the spread of flames based on a timed test. FT4 wire is mounted to a vertical tray during testing.
    AWG
    Current @
    Temp.
    OD
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Outer Jacket
    Material
    Inner Insulation
    Material
    Outer Jacket
    Color
    Cable
    Designation
    Certification
    Flammability
    Rating
    10 ft.
    Long
    25 ft.
    Long
    50 ft.
    Long
    100 ft.
    Long
    Stranded Wire
    4/0
    		260 amp @ 86° F0.82"190CPEEPDM
    		BlackDLO, RHW-2MSHA Accepted, UL Listed
    		UL 2556 FT4
    		6584T33000000000000000000000000000000
     

    Welding Cable

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Welding Cable.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. Contains Border. Welding Cable. Bend and Stay, Stranded Wire Class K.

    This cable withstands abrasion, oil, and the rough conditions found in welding applications.
    Stranded Wire Class K—Class K cable is for general purpose welding applications. It bends and stays in the position that you bend it.
    AWG
    Stranded
    Wire Class
    Wire Strand
    Count
    Current @
    Temp.
    Outer Jacket
    Material
    Temp.,
    ° F
    Flammability
    Rating
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    Jacket Color
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    Per
    Ft.
    600V AC
     
    Bend and Stay
    4/0
    		K1,950/30—EPDM
    		-55 to 220UL 2556 VW-1
    		Black, Red10, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100, 2507940A98000000
     
    600V AC/600V DC
     
    Ultra Flexible
    4/0
    		—2,052/30
    		405 amp @ 86° FEPDM
    		-40 to 190—Black, Red5, 10, 25, 50, 1006948K9800000
     

    Battery Wire

    Connect batteries in vehicles and generators.
    Stranded Wire with PVC Outer Jacket
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Battery Wire. Battery Wire.
    Wire with a PVC outer jacket resists fuel and oil.
    SAE J1127—SAE wire meets standards for low-voltage wiring in vehicle electrical systems.
    Wire Strand Count—Wire strand count is the number of strands followed by the size of the individual strand.
    Per Ft.
    Wire
    Gauge
    Wire Strand
    Count
    Current @
    Temp.
    OD
    Flexibility
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Cable
    Designation
    Specs.
    Met
    Choose an Outer
    Jacket Color
    Choose a Length, ft.
    1-99
    100-Up
    60V DC
    4/0 AWG
    		418/23
    		315 amp @ 86° F0.73"Flexible-40 to 190SGTSAE J1127Black, Red5, 10, 25, 506948K7800000000000
     
    Stranded Wire with Cross-Linked Polyolefin Outer Jacket
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Battery Wire. Battery Wire.
    Wire with a cross-linked polyolefin outer jacket is ultra-flexible and withstands high heat, making it suitable for applications such as vehicle engine wiring.
    SAE J1127—SAE wire meets standards for low-voltage wiring in vehicle electrical systems.
    Wire Strand Count—Wire strand count is the number of strands followed by the size of the individual strand.
    AWG
    Wire Strand
    Count
    Current @
    Temp.
    OD
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Cable
    Designation
    Specs.
    Met
    Choose an Outer
    Jacket Color
    10 ft.
    Long
    25 ft.
    Long
    50 ft.
    Long
    100 ft.
    Long
    60V DC
    4/0
    		2,052/30
    		Not Rated0.71"-40 to 255SGXSAE J1127Black, Red6070N2700000000000000000000000000000000
     

    Flame-Resistant Welding Cable

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Welding Cable. Flame-Resistant Welding Cable.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. Contains Border. Welding Cable. Flame-Resistant Welding Cable, Flexible, Stranded Wire Class M.

    This cable meets Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) standards for flame resistance. The insulation resists abrasion and chemicals.
    Stranded Wire Class M—Class M cable is more flexible and durable than Class K cable.
    Outer
    Jacket
    Per Ft.
    AWG
    Stranded
    Wire Class
    Wire Strand
    Count
    Material
    Color
    Temp.,
    ° F
    Flammability
    Rating
    Certification
    Choose a Length, ft.
    1-249
    250-Up
    600V AC/600V DC
     
    Flexible
    4/0
    		M5,225/34PolyethyleneOrange-55 to 190UL 2556 VW-1
    		CSA Certified, MSHA Accepted, UL Listed
    		10, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100, 2507818A17000000000000
     

    High-Current Pin-and-Sleeve Power Cords

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Power Cords. High-Current Pin-and-Sleeve Power Cords.
    Send power from generators to keep the lights on and equipment running. These cords are often used to convey temporary power during outages or at trade shows and mobile job sites. Able to send currents above 250A, they’re commonly connected to power distribution panels and transfer switches. Push and twist to lock them in place, where they remain secure against high current loads, vibration, and pulling. They don’t require tools to connect or disconnect, making them convenient for short-term setups.
    Outer
    Jacket
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Current,
    amp
    AWG
    Material
    Color
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Certification
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    Color
    Each
    Plug × Socket
    256004054/0
    		CPEBlackNEMA 3R
    		C-UL Listed, UL Listed
    		Black, Green, Red5481N20000000
     

    Distribution Blocks

    With the help of distribution blocks, you can take a high-current wire from your power source and connect it to one or more electrical devices.
    Stud-Terminal Input Connection
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Distribution Blocks. Stud-Terminal Input Connection.
    Detachable Cover—Blocks with a detachable cover prevent accidental contact with live circuits.
    No. of
    Connections Per Circuit
    Current per
    Circuit, amp
    Voltage
    Input (For
    Wire Ga.)
    Output (For
    Wire Ga.)
    Terminal
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    Wd.
    Ht.
    Dp.
    Certification
    Flammability
    Rating
    Features
    Each
    Surface Mount
     
    1 Circuit
    310600V AC/600V DC1 (14-4/0)1 (14-4/0)3/8"
    		2"4"3 1/2"UL Recognized Component, CSA Certified
    		UL 94 V-0
    		Detachable Cover6367T37000000
     
    2 Circuits
    310600V AC/600V DC1 (14-4/0)1 (14-4/0)3/8"
    		3 5/8"4"3 1/2"UL Recognized Component, CSA Certified
    		UL 94 V-0
    		Detachable Cover6367T38000000
     
    3 Circuits
    310600V AC/600V DC1 (14-4/0)1 (14-4/0)3/8"
    		5 3/8"4"3 1/2"UL Recognized Component, CSA Certified
    		UL 94 V-0
    		Detachable Cover6367T39000000
     
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