Product Overview
UL 719 Certified NM-B Cable: Safe & Efficient Indoor Power Distribution
Type NM-B cable is a cost-effective, non-metallic sheathed electrical wire designed for indoor residential and commercial wiring. With a flame-retardant PVC jacket and 600V rating, it delivers reliable power to outlets, switches, and appliances while complying with UL 719 and NEC standards. Ideal for dry locations, it simplifies installations without conduit.
Key Features
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Voltage Rating: 600V
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Temperature Range: Up to 90°C (dry locations)
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Flame Retardant: Meets FT4 standards
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Jacket Colors: Size-coded (White: 14 AWG; Yellow: 12 AWG; Orange: 10 AWG; Black: 8/6 AWG)
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RoHS Compliant: Environmentally safe materials
Applications
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Residential Wiring: Branch circuits for outlets, switches, and lighting.
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Concealed Work: Inside walls, ceilings, and floor cavities.
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Commercial Spaces: Office buildings, retail units, and dry industrial areas.
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Masonry Walls: Air voids of block/tile walls (non-damp locations).
Cable Structure & Materials
Layer | Specification |
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Conductor | Annealed copper (ASTM B3/B8); Solid (14-10 AWG) / Stranded (8 AWG+) |
Insulation | Color-coded PVC (THHN/THWN-2) + Nylon jacket (90°C dry rating) |
Ground Conductor | Bare copper (ASTM B3/B8) |
Assembly | Parallel conductors wrapped in kraft paper tape |
Jacket | 30-mil PVC, flame-retardant, moisture-resistant, size-color coded |
Technical Data
Size (AWG) | Conductor Strands | Insulation Thickness (mm) | Ground Wire (AWG) | Jacket Thickness (mm) | Dimensions L×H (mm) |
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14/2 | 1 | 0.38 | 14 | 0.76 | 4.5 × 9.1 |
12/2 | 1 | 0.38 | 12 | 0.76 | 4.9 × 10.4 |
10/2 | 1 | 0.51 | 10 | 0.76 | 5.7 × 12.5 |
14/3 | 1 | 0.38 | 14 | 0.76 | 4.5 × 11.3 |
12/3 | 1 | 0.38 | 12 | 0.76 | 4.9 × 13.4 |
10/3 | 1 | 0.51 | 10 | 0.76 | 5.7 × 15.9 |
Conductor Colors:
2-conductor: Black + White
3-conductor: Black + White + Red
Standards & Certifications
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UL Standard: UL 719
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Compliance: NEC Article 334, RoHS 3
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Voltage Rating: 600V
Product Advantages
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Easy Installation
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Lightweight, flexible design reduces labor time vs. conduit systems.
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Safety Assurance
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Flame-retardant jacket + integrated grounding wire (UL 719 certified).
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Durability
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Nylon-over-PVC insulation resists abrasion and chemical corrosion.
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Code Compliance
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Pre-sized grounding conductor meets NEC fault-current requirements.
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Cost Savings
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40% lower material cost than metal-clad alternatives.
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Note: Not for outdoor, wet, or high-moisture locations. Always verify local electrical codes before installation.