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8AWG
Description
Description
Standards
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ProductUL 44
Ampacity Conditions
- Ampacity to 90 °C conductor temperature, 30°C ambient temperature. No more than three current carrying condutores in a duct or pipe. According to NTC 2050, Table 310.15(B)(16).
NOTE:
- The data reported here are nominal and are subject to tolerances according to standards and normal manufacturing practices.
- 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
Soft copper
Conductor shape
Compact stranded
Conductor flexibility
Class B
Insulation
Cross-linked compound
Dimensional characteristics
Dimensional characteristics
Approximate weight
93.21 kg/km
Conductor cross-section
8.37 mm²
Conductor cross-section (AWG/KCMIL)
8
Conductor diameter
3.39 mm
Nominal insulation thickness
1.14 mm
Nominal outer diameter
5.77 mm
Number of cores
1
Electrical characteristics
Electrical characteristics
Ampacity
55.0 A
Max. DC resistance of the conductor at 20°C
2.142 Ohm/km
Operating voltage
600 V
Mechanical characteristics
Mechanical characteristics
Abrasion resistance
Good
Usage characteristics
Usage characteristics
Maximum operating temperature
90 °C
Fire retardant
Method 1 - Vertical Tray (UL 2556/9.6)
U.V resistance
Yes (720 hours)
RoHS compliant
Yes
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