Xhhw-2 Aluminum/ Copper 600V, XLPE Wire XLPE Cable, Wire Cable, XLPE Cable

• Customization: Available
• Application: Construction
• Voltage: Low and Medium Voltage Cable
• Model NO.: XHHW-2
• Current: AC Cable
• Insulation Material: XLPE
• Sheath Material: Not Applicable
• Material Shape: Round Wire
• Wire Core Material: Aluminum/Copper
• Certification: ISO
• Model: Xhhw-2
• Brand: Ees Cable
• Transport Package: Rolls/Drums
• Specification: AWG MCM
• Trademark: EES CABLE
• Origin: China
• HS Code: 8544492100
• Production Capacity: 500000m/Month

Product Description

1. DESCRIPTION

XHHW-2 is a cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) insulated building wire designed for both dry and wet locations. The "-2" suffix indicates suitability for 90°C operation in wet conditions, making it superior to standard XHHW.

Key Characteristics:

• Voltage Rating: 600V (common), up to 2kV (special constructions)

• Temperature Rating:

  • 90°C (194°F) in both wet and dry locations

  • 105°C short-term overload capability

• Conductor Material: Copper (bare or tinned) or Aluminum (AA-8000 series)

• Insulation: XLPE (Cross-Linked Polyethylene)

• Jacket (if present): PVC, LSZH, or Thermoset

• Flame Resistance: Meets UL 44, IEEE 1202 flame tests

• Water/Oil Resistance: Excellent (RHW-2 rating for wet locations)

 

2. APPLICATION

Primary Uses:
 Commercial & industrial power distribution
 Service entrance conductors
 Feeder and branch circuits (NEC Article 310)
 Wet/damp locations (conduit, underground, cable trays)
 High-temperature environments (HVAC, industrial machinery)
 Direct burial (if marked for such use)

Advantages Over THHN/THWN-2:

• Higher temperature rating (90°C wet vs. 75°C for THWN-2)

• Better chemical/abrasion resistance (XLPE vs. PVC)

• Longer lifespan in harsh conditions

• Lower smoke/toxicity (if LSZH jacketed)

 

3. CONSTRUCTION DETAILS

3.1 Conductor

• Material:

  • Copper (Class B solid or Class C stranded)

  • Aluminum (for larger gauges, per AA-8000 standards)

• Stranding:

  • Solid: 14 AWG - 1 AWG

  • Stranded: 1/0 AWG and larger (flexible for pulling)

3.2 Insulation (XLPE)

• Thickness:

  • 600V: 0.76mm (14 AWG) to 2.41mm (500 kcmil)

  • 2kV: 2.79mm minimum

• Color Coding:

  • Black, Red, Blue (ungrounded)

  • White, Gray (neutral)

  • Green (ground)

3.3 Optional Jacket

• PVC: General-purpose mechanical protection

• LSZH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen): For plenum/tight spaces

• Sunlight-Resistant: For outdoor exposed runs

3.4 Standard Ampacity (NEC Table 310.16)

AWG/kcmil	Copper (90°C)	Aluminum (90°C)
14 AWG	25A	-
12 AWG	30A	25A
8 AWG	55A	40A
500 kcmil	430A	335A

 

4. STANDARDS COMPLIANCE

4.1 Primary Standards

• UL 44 (Thermoset-Insulated Wires)

• UL 1277 (2kV+ XLPE Cables)

• NEC Article 310 (Branch Circuit Wiring)

• IEEE 1202 (Flame Spread Test)

4.2 Testing Requirements

• Dielectric Test: 2,500V AC (600V) / 10,000V AC (2kV)

• Water Immersion: 14 days at 75°C (RHW-2 compliance)

• Flame Resistance: UL VW-1 or FT4 (vertical flame test)

• Cold Bend: -25°C (no cracking)

4.3 International Equivalents

• IEC 60502-1 (XLPE Insulated Cables)

• BS 5467 (UK Standards)

• CSA C22.2 No. 38 (Canada)

 

5. INSTALLATION GUIDELINES

5.1 Approved Installations

• Conduit (EMT, PVC, RMC)

• Cable trays (when marked)

• Wet/damp locations (UL RHW-2 rating)

• Direct burial (if marked "USE-2" or "RHH/RHW-2")

5.2 Key Requirements

• Bending Radius: Minimum 7× cable diameter

• Pulling Tension: ≤ 0.008 × cmil × conductors

• Ambient Temp Range: -40°C to +90°C

5.3 Prohibited Uses

• Exposed outdoor runs (unless sunlight-resistant)

• Substitution for NM-B (Romex) in residential walls

• Hazardous locations without additional protection

 

6. COMPARISON WITH SIMILAR CABLES

Feature	XHHW-2	THHN/THWN-2	RHH/RHW-2
Insulation	XLPE	PVC	XLPE
Max Temp (Wet)	90°C	75°C (THWN-2)	90°C
Chemical Res.	Excellent	Good	Excellent
Cost	Higher	Lower	Comparable

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