Product Specification: 600/2000V UL-4703 12AWG PV Wire & Cable
Compliant with UL 4703 | NEC 690 | RoHS
1. General Specifications
- Model: PV Wire (UL-4703 Listed)
- Rated Voltage:
- 600V (Standard) / 2000V (High-Voltage PV Systems)
- Conductor:
- Size: 12 AWG
- Material: Bare Copper or Tinned Copper
- Structure: Stranded (Class B or C Flexible)
- Stranding: Typically 65/0.16mm (19/0.23mm for thicker strands)
- DC Resistance: ≤ 5.21 Ω/km at 20°C
2. Insulation & Jacket
- Insulation:
- Material: XLPE (Cross-Linked Polyethylene)
- Thickness: 0.76mm (30 mils) nominal
- Color: Standard Black (UV-stabilized)
- Optional Jacket:
- Material: UV-Resistant PVC or XLPO
- Temperature Rating: -40°C to 90°C
3. Electrical Properties
- Temperature Rating:
- 90°C (Wet or Dry) / 105°C (Dry, some variants)
- Short-Circuit Rating: 200°C
- Voltage Test:
- AC: 2.5kV for 5 minutes (UL 4703 compliant)
- Ampacity:
- 30A (90°C in free air, per NEC 690.8)
4. Mechanical & Environmental
- Outer Diameter: ~3.5mm (varies by manufacturer)
- Bending Radius: 5× cable OD (fixed installation)
- Flame Rating:
- UL 4703 Flame Test (Vertical flame retardant)
- UV Resistance: 1000+ hours (UL 4703 tested)
- Weather Resistance:
- Sunlight Resistant (UL 4703 and NEC 300.5 compliant)
- Operating Range: -40°C to +90°C
5. Certifications & Standards
- Primary Standard: UL 4703 (Photovoltaic Wire)
- Additional Compliance:
- NEC 690 (US National Electrical Code)
- RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances)
- CSA Certified (Canada, optional)
6. Packaging
- Standard Lengths: 500ft, 1000ft coils (or custom)
- Reel Material: Wooden or plastic spools
7. Applications
- Solar panel interconnections (DC side)
- PV combiners to inverters
- Commercial/utility-scale solar farms
Key Advantages
✔ UL-Listed for Safety (Full compliance with UL 4703)
✔ Dual Voltage Rating (600V & 2000V for flexibility)
✔ UV & Weatherproof (Outdoor use without conduit)
✔ High Ampacity (30A free-air rating)
Comparison with EU Cables
| Feature | UL-4703 12AWG PV Wire | EU PV1-F 4mm² |
|---|---|---|
| Voltage | 600V/2000V DC | 1kV AC/1.5kV DC |
| Conductor | 12 AWG (3.31mm²) | 4mm² |
| Standard | UL 4703 | EN 50618 |
| Market | North America | Europe/Global |
For cut sheets or UL certification files, contact the manufacturer.