1000V/2000V AA-8000 Aluminum PV Wire | UL 4703 Type PV Cable | XLPE Insulation | Direct Burial Rated

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Description

1000V/2000V AA-8000 Aluminum PV Wire | UL 4703 Type PV Cable | XLPE Insulation | Direct Burial Rated

Product Overview

AA-8000 Aluminum Photovoltaic Wire delivers cost-efficient power transmission for utility-scale solar installations. Engineered with AA-8000 series aluminum conductors and XLPE insulation, this UL 4703 Type PV-certified cable operates at 1000V/2000V with a temperature range of -40°C to +90°C. Ideal for grounded/ungrounded systems, it supports direct burial, cable tray routing, and extreme UV exposure while meeting NEC Article 690 requirements.

Key Specifications

Parameter Specification
Conductor AA-8000 Aluminum (Class B)
Insulation Sunlight-Resistant XLPE
Voltage Rating 1000V/2000V DC
Temperature Range -40°C to +90°C (Operational)
Certifications UL 4703, UL 44 (RHW-2), UL 854 (USE-2)
UL File E365883
Color Options Black, Red, White, Green (Customizable)

AA-8000 Conductor Technical Data

Size Strands Insul. Thick. (mm) Cable Ø (mm) Max. DC Resistance (Ω/km)
6 AWG 7 2.15 8.61 ≤2.211
4 AWG 7 2.15 9.73 ≤1.390
2 AWG 7 2.15 11.13 ≤0.8745
1/0 18 2.66 13.87 ≤0.5498
4/0 18 2.66 17.40 ≤0.2743
250 kcmil 35 3.04 19.15 ≤0.2322
500 kcmil 35 3.04 26.67 ≤0.1161
750 kcmil 58 3.43 31.52 ≤0.07738

Material Advantages

  1. AA-8000 Aluminum Conductor

    • 30% lighter than copper, corrosion-resistant, and NEC 690-compliant.

  2. XLPE Insulation

    • UV/Ozone resistant, maintains flexibility at -40°C, and inhibits moisture penetration.

  3. Dual-Voltage Design

    • Supports both 1000V and 2000V systems for retrofit flexibility.

Applications

  • Utility-Scale Solar Farms: Combiner box to inverter connections

  • Direct Burial Projects: Underground PV arrays, agricultural installations

  • Industrial Environments: Chemical plants, coastal zones (corrosion-resistant)

  • Cable Tray Systems: NEC-compliant tray routing in commercial facilities

Engineering Benefits

Weight Savings: 50% lighter vs. copper cables (e.g., 500 kcmil: 26.67mm Ø)
Cost Efficiency: 40% lower material cost vs. tinned copper alternatives
Thermal Stability: Stable resistance from -40°C to 90°C (ΔR < 2%)
Mechanical Durability: Withstands burial abrasion and UV degradation

Compliance & Safety

  • NEC Article 690: Certified for grounded/ungrounded PV systems

  • Fire Safety: UL 44 RHW-2 flame-retardant

  • Environmental: Halogen-free, RoHS compliant

Certifications

UL 4703 (Type PV) | UL 44 (RHW-2) | UL 854 (USE-2) | CSA Certified

📦 Ordering & Customization

  • Conductor Options: AA-8000 Aluminum or Bare Copper

  • Colors: Standard Black/Red/White/Green (custom colors available)

  • Packaging: 500m/1000m drums