Product Overview
USE-2 UL Certified Solar Cable is a versatile cross-linked polyethylene insulated cable designed for green energy applications. Combining the best properties of rubber and polyethylene, this thermosetting cable delivers excellent thermal, electrical, and physical properties for aerial, raceway, and direct burial solar power installations.
Applications
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Solar power systems and green energy applications
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Aerial installations
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Raceway and conduit systems
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Direct burial applications
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Service entrance cable applications
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General purpose solar power distribution
Standards Compliance
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UL 44 - Rubber Covered Wire Standard
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UL 854 - Service Entrance Cable Standard
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Federal Specification J-C-30A - Government Compliance
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ASTM B-3 & B-6 - Conductor Standards
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UL 1581 VW-1 - Flame Test Standard
Technical Data
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Nominal Voltage | 600V AC |
| Test Voltage | 14-10AWG: 3000V, 50Hz, 1min 8-2AWG: 3500V, 50Hz, 1min 1-4/0AWG: 4000V, 50Hz, 1min |
| Temperature Range | -40°C to +90°C |
| Fire Performance | UL 1581 VW-1 Compliant |
| Relative Permittivity | UL 854 Compliant |
| Stability & Cold Bend | UL 854 Compliant |
Product Specifications
| AWG | Cross-Section (mm²) | Conductor Construction (n/mm) | Cable OD (mm) | DC Resistance at 20°C (Ω/km) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 2.11 | 43/0.25 | 5.8 | 8.96 |
| 12 | 3.39 | 48/0.30 | 6.2 | 5.64 |
| 10 | 5.37 | 76/0.30 | 6.8 | 3.55 |
| 8 | 8.37 | 168/0.254 | 9.0 | 2.23 |
| 6 | 13.3 | 266/0.254 | 10.1 | 1.403 |
| 4 | 21.15 | 420/0.254 | 11.5 | 0.882 |
| 2 | 33.62 | 665/0.254 | 13.3 | 0.5548 |
| 1 | 42.41 | 836/0.254 | 15.9 | 0.4398 |
| 1/0 | 53.49 | 1045/0.254 | 17.0 | 0.3487 |
| 2/0 | 67.43 | 1330/0.254 | 18.3 | 0.2766 |
| 3/0 | 85.01 | 1672/0.254 | 19.8 | 0.2194 |
| 4/0 | 107.2 | 2109/0.254 | 21.5 | 0.1722 |
Key Features
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Versatile Installation: Suitable for aerial, raceway, and direct burial applications
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Cross-Linked Polyethylene: Combines rubber flexibility with polyethylene durability
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Wide Temperature Range: -40°C to +90°C operational capability
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UL Certified: Multiple UL standards compliance for safety assurance
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Flame Retardant: VW-1 flame test compliant
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Multiple AWG Sizes: Comprehensive range from 14 AWG to 4/0 AWG
Additional Features
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Thermosetting Material: Maintains properties under high temperatures
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Excellent Electrical Properties: Optimal performance in solar applications
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Physical Durability: Resists environmental stresses
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Chemical Cross-Linking: Enhanced material stability
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Government Specification Compliant: Meets Federal J-C-30A requirements