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Cross-Linked Polyethylene

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

UV-Resistant Lead Wire

Also known as photovoltaic (PV) wire, this wire won’t deteriorate from UV light when used outdoors. Often used in solar panels, the cross-linked polyethylene (XPLE) insulation won’t break down from prolonged exposure to high temperatures. The insulation also resists chemicals. An RHW-2 industry designation means this wire withstands underground and wet locations.

600V AC

													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



		12	56/29	55 amp @ 86° F	0.21"	-40 to 190	Cross-Linked Polyethylene	Black	PV, RHW-2	UL Listed	UL 2556 VW-1	10, 25, 50, 100, 500	3022N76	00000	00000


		10	84/29	70 amp @ 86° F	0.24"	-40 to 190	Cross-Linked Polyethylene	Black	PV, RHW-2	UL Listed	UL 2556 VW-1	10, 25, 50, 100, 500	3022N77	0000	0000
		8	157/29	98 amp @ 86° F	0.28"	-40 to 190	Cross-Linked Polyethylene	Black	PV, RHW-2	UL Listed	UL 2556 VW-1	10, 25, 50, 100, 500	3022N78	0000	0000

2,000V AC/2,000V DC

					Temp., ° F
	AWG	Wire Strand Count	Current @ Temp.	OD	Min.	Max.	Outer Jacket Material	Cable Designation	Certification	Flammability Rating	Choose an Outer Jacket Color		10 ft. Long	25 ft. Long	50 ft. Long	100 ft. Long
Stranded Wire



		12	19/25	40 amp @ 86° F	0.21"	-40	190	Cross-Linked Polyethylene	PV, RHW-2	C-UL Listed, UL Listed	UL 2556 VW-1	Black, Red	3022N5	00000	000000	000000	000000


		10	19/23	40 amp @ 86° F	0.24"	-40	190	Cross-Linked Polyethylene	PV, RHW-2	C-UL Listed, UL Listed	UL 2556 VW-1	Black, Red	3022N2	00000	00000	00000	000000
		8	19/21	55 amp @ 86° F	0.3"	-40	190	Cross-Linked Polyethylene	PV, RHW-2	C-UL Listed, UL Listed	UL 2556 VW-1	Black, Red	3022N3	00000	00000	00000	000000