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6 AWG
Description
Description
Standards
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ProductASTM B 800; ASTM B 801; UL 83
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NationalNTC 1332; NTC 5535; NTC 5536
Ampacity Conditions
- Current capacity for 90°C conductor temperature, 30°C ambient temperature. No more than three current-carrying conductors in a conduit or raceway. NTC 2050, Table 310.15(B)(16)
- The data indicated in this table are subject to normal manufacturing tolerances.
NOTE:
- Other configurations not specified in this catalog may be available under special request and minimum manufacturing quantities.
Characteristics
Characteristics
Construction characteristics
Construction characteristics
Conductor material
Aluminum 8000 series
Insulation
PVC
Outer sheath
Nylon
Conductor flexibility
Class B
Conductor shape
Compact round
Dimensional characteristics
Dimensional characteristics
Conductor diameter
4.29 mm
Nominal insulation thickness
0.76 mm
Conductor cross-section
13.3 mm²
Approximate weight
57.97 kg/km
Nominal outer diameter
6.23 mm
Number of cores
1
Electrical characteristics
Electrical characteristics
Max. DC resistance of the conductor at 20°C
2.21 Ohm/km
Ampacity
55.0 A
Operating voltage
600 V
Mechanical characteristics
Mechanical characteristics
Abrasion resistance
-
Usage characteristics
Usage characteristics
Chemical resistance
Excellent
Oil resistance
UL 83 - GR II
Maximum operating temperature
90 °C
Overload maximum core temperature
130 °C
Short-circuit max. conductor temperature
150 °C
RoHS compliant
Yes
Fire retardant
VW-1, Method 1-Vertical Tray (UL 2556)
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