Product Overview
RHH RHW-2 UL Certified Solar Cable is a versatile cross-linked polyethylene insulated cable designed for demanding solar and green energy applications. Combining the superior properties of rubber and thermoplastic materials, this thermosetting cable delivers excellent thermal, electrical, and physical performance for aerial, raceway, and direct burial installations in photovoltaic systems.
Applications
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Solar power systems and green energy applications
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Aerial installations for photovoltaic arrays
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Raceway and conduit system wiring
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Direct burial solar power distribution
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Service entrance cable applications
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General purpose solar power circuits
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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Multi-Purpose Installation: Suitable for aerial, raceway, and direct burial applications
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Advanced Insulation: Chemically cross-linked polyethylene combining rubber and thermoplastic benefits
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Wide Temperature Range: -40°C to +90°C operational capability
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UL Certified: Comprehensive UL standards compliance for safety assurance
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Flame Retardant: VW-1 vertical flame test compliant
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Complete Size Range: Available from 14 AWG to 4/0 AWG
Additional Features
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Thermosetting Material: Maintains integrity under high temperature conditions
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Excellent Electrical Properties: Optimized for solar power applications
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Mechanical Durability: Resists environmental and physical stresses
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Government Compliance: Meets Federal Specification J-C-30A requirements
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Quality Conductors: Manufactured to ASTM B-3 and B-6 standards