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About Wire and Cable

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

Power Cable

Built for rough handling and frequent positioning, this cable delivers power you can count on. Use it for everything from extension cords to cords for hydraulic presses. Made to NEC Article 400 requirements, you can trust it to power whatever you need. Plus, the flexible jacket takes the struggle out of routing it through tight spaces and around machinery.

			Outer Jacket							Per Ft.
	Cable AWG	Current @ Temp.	Material	Color	Temp., ° F	Flammability Rating	Certification	Choose a Length, ft.		1-249	250-Up
600V AC







				SEOOW Cable

				18/5	5 amp @ 86° F	TPE	Black	-40 to 220	UL 2556 FT2	CSA Certified, UL Listed	10, 25, 50, 100, 250	7080K6	00000	00000




						SOOW Cable

						18/5	5 amp @ 86° F	EPDM	Black	-40 to 190	UL 2556 FT2	CSA Certified, UL Listed	10, 25, 50, 100, 250	7081K18	0000	0000

Continuous-Flex Control Cable


Unshielded	Shielded

Even after millions of flex cycles, this cable transmits reliable signals. Its finely stranded conductors are twisted together like a rope to resist wear from constant bending. Use it in moving equipment such as cable carriers.

Unshielded—Choose unshielded wires when electromagnetic interference (EMI) isn't a concern. Equipment such as motors and pumps may have voltage fluctuations and current spikes that distort signals.

Shielded—A single layer of shielding protects sensitive electronics and control systems by blocking electromagnetic interference (EMI). Otherwise, equipment such as motors and pumps could distort signals.

				Outer Jacket								Per Ft.
	Cable AWG	Current @ Temp.	Bend Radius	Material	Color	Temp., ° F	Flammability Rating	Certification	Clean Room Std.	Choose a Length, ft.		1-99	100-Up
300V AC







				Unshielded

				18/5	13 amp @ 86° F	2.1"	PVC	Gray	25 to 155	NFPA 79, UL 2556 VW-1	C-UL Recognized Component, CE Marked, UL Recognized Component	ISO Class 1	5, 10, 20, 30, 50, 100, 250	8082K19	00000	00000




						Shielded

						18/5	14 amp @ 86° F	2.63"	PVC	Gray	25 to 155	NFPA 79, UL 2556 VW-1	C-UL Recognized Component, CE Marked, UL Recognized Component	ISO Class 1	5, 10, 20, 30, 50, 100	8082K42	0000	0000


						600V AC







										Unshielded

										18/5	9 amp @ 86° F	2.04"	PVC	Green	25 to 155	UL 2556 VW-1	C-UL Recognized Component, UL Recognized Component	ISO Class 2	5, 10, 20, 30, 50, 100	7673K23	0000	0000


										18/5	11 amp @ 86° F	2.33"	PVC	Black	45 to 190	UL 2556 VW-1	CSA Certified, UL Recognized Component	—	5, 10, 20, 30, 50, 100	9204K17	0000	0000




												Shielded

												18/5	11 amp @ 86° F	3.08"	PVC	Black	45 to 190	UL 2556 VW-1	CSA Certified, UL Recognized Component	—	5, 10, 20, 30, 50, 100	9204K57	0000	0000


												18/5	12 amp @ 86° F	2.38"	PVC	Green	25 to 155	UL 2556 VW-1	C-UL Recognized Component, UL Recognized Component	ISO Class 2	5, 10, 20, 30, 50, 100	7673K44	0000	0000

No-Conduit-Required Control Cable

Unshielded

Double Shielded

Made to TC-ER (Tray Cable, Exposed Run) standards, this crush- and impact-resistant cable eliminates the cost and hassle of installing conduit. It’s ideal for exposed runs, such as from a cable tray down to a control panel or motor control box. Support it every six feet to prevent sagging. You can flex and bend this cable during installation and adjustments, but it isn't made for continuous motion.

Double Shielded—With two layers of shielding, this cable offers better protection against electromagnetic interference (EMI) than single-shielded cable. It’s often used near transformers, generators, and heavy-duty motors that may have voltage fluctuations and current spikes that distort signals.

			Outer Jacket								Per Ft.
	Cable AWG	Current @ Temp.	Material	Color	Cable Designation	Temp., ° F	Flammability Rating	Certification	Choose a Length, ft.		1-99	100-Up
600V AC







				Unshielded

				18/5	11 amp @ 86° F	PVC	Black	TC-ER	-10 to 190	UL 2556 FT4	C-UL Listed, CSA Certified, UL Listed	10, 20, 30, 50, 100, 250	6452T43	00000	00000




						Double Shielded

						18/5	11 amp @ 86° F	PVC	Black	TC-ER	-10 to 190	UL 2556 FT4	C-UL Listed, CSA Certified, UL Listed	10, 20, 30, 50, 100	6452T53	0000	0000

Irrigation Cable

This wire is often used for sprinkler systems.

	OD	Outer Jacket Color	Inner Insulation Material	Inner Insulation Color	Temp. Range, ° F	Certification		10 ft. Long	25 ft. Long	50 ft. Long	100 ft. Long	250 ft. Long	500 ft. Long
Solid Wire with Polyethylene Outer Jacket







	30V AC/30V DC

	18	5	18/5	0.25"	Black	Polypropylene	Blue, Green, Red, White, Yellow	0 to 140	UL Listed	8070T14	000000	000000	000000	000000	0000000	0000000

Space-Saving Control Cable

Unshielded

Double Shielded

This cable is about two-thirds the diameter of other control cables of the same gauge, so you can fit more cables into the same footprint. The mPPE (modified polyphenylene ether) outer jacket is half the weight of other materials, but still abrasion and tear resistant. This cable controls, monitors, and regulates stationary equipment such as sensors and PLCs. You can flex and bend it during installation and adjustments, but it isn't made for continuous motion.

			Outer Jacket							Per Ft.
	Cable AWG	Current @ Temp.	Material	Color	Temp., ° F	Flammability Rating	Certification	Choose a Length, ft.		1-99	100-Up
600V AC







				Unshielded

				18/5	6 amp @ 86° F	mPPE	Gray	-40 to 220	UL 2556 VW-1	C-UL Listed, UL Listed	10, 20, 30, 50, 100	6650T19	000000	00000




						Double Shielded

						18/5	6 amp @ 86° F	mPPE	Gray	-40 to 220	UL 2556 VW-1	C-UL Listed, UL Listed	5, 10, 20, 30, 50	6650T36	00000	00000

Control Cable

Unshielded

Shielded

Control, monitor, and regulate stationary equipment such as sensors and PLCs. You can flex and bend this cable during installation and adjustments, but it isn't made for continuous motion.

			Outer Jacket							Per Ft.
	Cable AWG	Current @ Temp.	Material	Color	Temp., ° F	Flammability Rating	Certification	Choose a Length, ft.		1-99	100-Up
600V AC







				Unshielded

				18/5	11 amp @ 86° F	PVC	Gray	45 to 190	UL 2556 VW-1	CSA Certified, UL Recognized Component	10, 20, 30, 50, 100	9936K19	00000	00000




						Shielded

						18/5	11 amp @ 86° F	PVC	Gray	45 to 190	UL 2556 VW-1	CSA Certified, UL Recognized Component	10, 20, 30, 50, 100	9936K59	0000	0000

Thermostat Cable

Hook up thermostats, air-conditioning units, and other low-voltage equipment. This cable is designated CL2 so it has flame-resistant insulation. The wires are solid so it stays in the shape you bend it.

					Outer Jacket		Inner Insulation
	AWG	No. of Wires	Cable AWG	OD	Material	Color	Material	Color	Temp. Range, ° F	Cable Designation	Certification		10 ft. Long	25 ft. Long	50 ft. Long	100 ft. Long	250 ft. Long
Solid Wire







				150V AC/150V DC

				18	5	18/5	0.17"	PVC	Brown	Polyethylene	Blue, Green, Red, White, Yellow	0 to 140	CL2	ETL Listed	8278T24	000000	000000	000000	000000	0000000

Coiled Power Cable

Extend to full length for added reach, then watch this cable retract and self-coil for convenience. It's often used with hand tools, pendant switches, and other portable devices.

			Outer Jacket
	Cable AWG	Current @ Temp.	Material	Color	Temp., ° F	Certification		Extends from 2 ft. to 10 ft. Long	Extends from 4 ft. to 20 ft. Long
300V AC







				SJOW Cable

				18/5	5 amp @ 86° F	Neoprene	Black	-40 to 190	CSA Certified, UL Listed	7088K234	0000000	0000000

Long-Life Continuous-Flex Control Cable

Replace cables in your moving equipment less frequently. Often used in cable carriers, this cable lasts 20 million flex cycles, at least twice as long as most other continuous-flex cable. A rugged polyurethane jacket protects it from abrasion and exposure to chemicals, oil, and moisture. This cable maintains reliable signals despite the demands of continuous motion. Inside, finely stranded conductors are twisted together like a rope to strengthen the cable and prevent fatigue from constant bending.

				Outer Jacket					Per Ft.
	Cable AWG	Current @ Temp.	Bend Radius	Material	Color	Temp., ° F	Choose a Length, ft.		1-99	100-Up
300V AC







				Unshielded

				18/5	11 amp @ 86° F	2.1"	Polyurethane Rubber	Gray	-30 to 175	5, 10, 20, 30, 50, 100	9221K52	00000	00000

No-Conduit-Required Continuous-Flex Control Cable

Unshielded

Shielded

Eliminate the need for conduit and cable splices. Made to TC-ER (Tray Cable, Exposed Run) standards, this cable resists impact and crushing force. You can run a single length from stationary equipment to and through moving equipment, such as cable carriers. Support it every six feet to prevent sagging. Even after millions of flex cycles, this cable transmits reliable signals. Its finely stranded conductors are twisted together like a rope, strengthening the cable and preventing fatigue from constant bending.

				Outer Jacket								Per Ft.
	Cable AWG	Current @ Temp.	Bend Radius	Material	Color	Cable Designation	Temp., ° F	Flammability Rating	Certification	Choose a Length, ft.		1-99	100-Up
600V AC







				Unshielded

				18/5	9 amp @ 86° F	2.8"	PVC	Gray	TC-ER	25 to 175	UL 2556 FT4	CSA Certified, UL Listed	10, 20, 30, 50, 100	9700T69	00000	00000




						Shielded

						18/5	9 amp @ 86° F	4.3"	PVC	Gray	TC-ER	25 to 175	UL 2556 FT4	CSA Certified, UL Listed	10, 20, 30, 50, 100	9700T84	0000	0000

Abrasion-Resistant Continuous-Flex Control Cable

Unshielded

Shielded

Prevent wear and tear in rough areas and conditions. Unlike other continuous-flex control cables, the rugged polyurethane jacket on this cable protects against abrasion as well as exposure to chemicals, oil, and moisture. It’s often used in cable carriers in high-production CNC machines that need reliable signals for millions of flex cycles. Its finely stranded conductors are twisted together like a rope to resist wear from constant bending.

				Outer Jacket								Per Ft.
	Cable AWG	Current @ Temp.	Bend Radius	Material	Color	Temp., ° F	Flammability Rating	Certification	Clean Room Std.	Choose a Length, ft.		1-99	100-Up
1,000V AC







				Unshielded

				18/5	14 amp @ 86° F	2.04"	Polyurethane Rubber	Gray	-30 to 175	UL 2556 VW-1	C-UL Recognized Component, UL Recognized Component	ISO Class 1	5, 10, 20, 30, 50, 100	8082K61	00000	00000




						Shielded

						18/5	14 amp @ 86° F	2.52"	Polyurethane Rubber over TPE	Gray	-30 to 175	UL 2556 VW-1	C-UL Recognized Component, UL Recognized Component	ISO Class 1	5, 10, 20, 30, 50, 100	8082K83	0000	0000