
ACWU90 CSA Certified Metal Clad Armoured Cable - Metal Clad Armoured Power Cable (ACWU Type), 3C/4C Aluminum Conductor, XLPE Insulated, PVC Jacketed
Product Overview
The ACWU90 is a robust, CSA-certified aluminum conductor armored power cable designed for demanding installations requiring mechanical protection and environmental resilience. Featuring interlocked aluminum armor and a flame-retardant PVC jacket over XLPE insulation, this cable is engineered for reliable power distribution in exposed, concealed, wet, or underground applications.
Key Applications
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Exposed & Concealed Wiring: Suitable in dry, wet, or weather-exposed locations.
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Cable Tray Systems: Approved for use in ventilated, non-ventilated, and ladder-type cable trays (wet/dry).
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Direct Earth Burial: Designed for trench installation.
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Service Entrance: Above or below ground service entry applications.
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Industrial & Commercial Power Distribution: Reliable power feed where mechanical damage or moisture is a concern.
Construction & Material Specifications
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Conductor: Three or four compacted AA-8000 series aluminum conductors. Includes a bare aluminum bonding wire.
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Insulation: Cross-Linked Polyethylene (XLPE). Provides excellent electrical properties, thermal stability (rated 90°C), and resistance to moisture and chemicals.
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Assembly Wrap: Paper or Polypropylene (PP) tape over assembled conductors.
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Armor: Interlocked Aluminum. Offers superior mechanical protection against impact, crushing, and rodent damage, while providing a continuous grounding path.
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Overall Jacket: Low Flame Spread PVC. Protects against moisture, sunlight (UV), oils, and chemicals. Provides corrosion resistance and flame retardancy.
Conductor Identification:
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3-Conductor: Black, Red, White
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4-Conductor: Black, Red, Blue, White
Standards & Certifications
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CSA C22.2 No. 174: Cables and Cable-Glands for Use in Hazardous Locations (Metal Clad Cables).
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CSA C22.2 No. 51: Armoured Cables.
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Certified for use in Canada (CUL) and meets applicable US standards (often used under NEC Article 330).
Technical Data Table
No. of Phases | Conductor Size (AWG/kcmil) | Insulation Thickness (mm) | Bonding Wire Size (AWG) | PVC Jacket Thickness (mm) | Approx. Overall Diameter (mm) | Approx. Net Weight (kg/km) |
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3 | 6 | 1.14 | 8 | 1.27 | 21.6 | 807.4 |
3 | 4 | 1.14 | 6 | 1.27 | 24.2 | 980.8 |
3 | 3 | 1.14 | 6 | 1.27 | 25.4 | 1,071.4 |
3 | 2 | 1.14 | 6 | 1.27 | 27.0 | 1,188.4 |
3 | 1 | 1.40 | 4 | 1.27 | 29.9 | 1,411.6 |
3 | 1/0 | 1.40 | 4 | 1.27 | 31.8 | 1,575.2 |
3 | 2/0 | 1.40 | 4 | 1.27 | 34.0 | 1,772.8 |
3 | 3/0 | 1.40 | 4 | 1.27 | 36.6 | 2,015.2 |
3 | 4/0 | 1.40 | 4 | 1.27 | 39.5 | 2,304.1 |
3 | 250 | 1.65 | 2 | 1.52 | 43.5 | 2,668.4 |
3 | 300 | 1.65 | 2 | 1.52 | 46.2 | 2,980.2 |
3 | 350 | 1.65 | 2 | 1.52 | 48.8 | 3,281.0 |
3 | 400 | 1.65 | 2 | 1.52 | 51.1 | 3,584.2 |
3 | 500 | 1.65 | 1 | 1.52 | 58.7 | 4,712.7 |
3 | 600 | 2.03 | 1 | 1.90 | 65.4 | 5,478.4 |
3 | 750 | 2.03 | 1 | 1.90 | 67.2 | 6,245.3 |
4 | 6 | 1.14 | 8 | 1.27 | 23.7 | 931.9 |
4 | 4 | 1.14 | 6 | 1.27 | 26.6 | 1,141.9 |
4 | 3 | 1.14 | 6 | 1.27 | 28.0 | 1,256.4 |
4 | 2 | 1.14 | 6 | 1.27 | 29.8 | 1,401.9 |
4 | 1 | 1.40 | 4 | 1.27 | 33.2 | 1,674.9 |
4 | 1/0 | 1.40 | 4 | 1.27 | 35.3 | 1,881.3 |
4 | 2/0 | 1.40 | 4 | 1.27 | 37.7 | 2,126.3 |
4 | 3/0 | 1.40 | 4 | 1.27 | 40.1 | 2,416.1 |
4 | 4/0 | 1.40 | 4 | 1.27 | 43.8 | 2,781.4 |
4 | 250 | 1.65 | 2 | 1.52 | 51.2 | 3,708.4 |
4 | 300 | 1.65 | 2 | 1.52 | 54.3 | 4,128.9 |
4 | 350 | 1.65 | 2 | 1.52 | 57.1 | 4,534.4 |
4 | 400 | 1.65 | 2 | 1.52 | 59.7 | 4,942.6 |
4 | 500 | 1.65 | 1 | 1.90 | 65.2 | 5,733.4 |
4 | 600 | 2.03 | 1 | 1.90 | 71.8 | 6,704.0 |
4 | 750 | 2.03 | 1 | 1.90 | 77.6 | 7,847.1 |
Note: Dimensions and weights are nominal and approximate.
Packaging & Shipping
ACWU90 cables are securely packaged to ensure safe transit and delivery:
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Coils/Plastic Drums: Typically for smaller gauges or shorter lengths.
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Wooden or Steel-Wooden Drums: Standard for cables up to ~1 Ton per drum.
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Steel Drums: Used for heavy reels exceeding 4 Tons. Packaging is optimized for long-distance road and ocean freight, ensuring cables arrive undamaged.
Engineering Considerations
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Aluminum Armor: Provides excellent mechanical protection and serves as an Equipment Grounding Conductor (EGC) per NEC/CEC when installed with approved fittings. Verify local grounding requirements.
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XLPE Insulation: Superior thermal capability (90°C) allows for higher ampacity compared to older thermoplastic insulations. Resistant to thermal deformation.
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PVC Jacket: Offers broad environmental and chemical resistance suitable for direct burial and wet locations. Low flame spread enhances safety.
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Bonding Wire: Integral bare aluminum wire enhances grounding continuity.
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Aluminum Conductors: Offer a cost-effective, lightweight solution. AA-8000 series provides improved conductivity and creep resistance.
Select the appropriate conductor size based on ampacity requirements (refer to NEC/CEC tables), voltage drop calculations, and specific application conditions (e.g., ambient temperature, burial depth).