MC Cable With Bare AL8000 Aluminum Alloy Ground

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Description

600V MC Cable with AL8000 Ground - UL-Listed, FT4 Flame Retardant Armored Cable for NEC Compliance

Product Overview

The MC Cable with Bare AL8000 Aluminum Alloy Ground is a versatile, lightweight armored cable designed for branch circuit wiring in commercial, industrial, and multi-residential buildings. Combining THHN-insulated copper conductors, a full-sized bare AL8000 aluminum grounding conductor, and interlocked aluminum armor, this UL-listed cable meets rigorous safety and performance standards. Rated for 600 volts and 90°C, it simplifies installations in exposed, concealed, or high-flexibility environments while ensuring compliance with NEC, UL, and RoHS/REACH regulations.

Key Features

  • Voltage Rating: 600V for low-voltage power distribution.

  • Temperature Rating: 90°C (dry) for reliable operation.

  • Lightweight Armor: Aluminum interlocking armor reduces weight and enhances flexibility.

  • Integrated Grounding: Bare AL8000 aluminum alloy conductor + armor form a robust equipment grounding path.

  • Flame Retardant: FT4/IEEE 1202 certified (70,000 Btu/hr flame test).

  • Compliance: UL 83, UL 1569, NEC Article 330, RoHS/REACH.

Construction Details

Conductors

  • Power Conductors:

    • Material: Solid soft-drawn copper (14 AWG to 8 AWG).

    • Insulation: THHN (Thermoplastic Nylon) rated 90°C dry.

  • Grounding Conductor:

    • Material: Bare AL8000 aluminum alloy (full-sized).

    • Design: Lay-matched with power conductors for uniform flexibility.

Assembly

  • Binding Tape: Insulated conductors are cabled and wrapped with printed legend tape for identification.

  • Armor: Interlocked aluminum armor, snugly applied to protect against mechanical damage.

  • Ground Path: Armor + bare AL8000 conductor ensure NEC-compliant equipment grounding.

MC Cable With Bare AL8000 Aluminum Alloy Ground

Technical Specifications

Parameter Specification
Voltage Rating 600V
Temperature Range Up to 90°C (dry)
Conductor Sizes 14 AWG to 8 AWG (Copper THHN)
Standards UL 83, UL 1569, NEC 330, FT4/IEEE 1202
Flame Rating FT4 Vertical Tray Flame Test Certified
Environmental RoHS/REACH Compliant

Applications

  • Commercial/Industrial Wiring: Branch circuits, lighting, and HVAC systems.

  • Exposed/Concealed Installations: Exposed runs, plaster embedding, or cable trays.

  • High-Risk Environments: Theaters, assembly halls (NEC 518.4/520.5), and environmental air-handling spaces (NEC 300.22).

  • IT Infrastructure: Under raised floors for data centers (NEC 645.5).

  • Multi-Residential Buildings: Safe, code-compliant power distribution.

Compliance & Certifications

  • UL Listed: Certified under UL 83 (conductors) and UL 1569 (armored cable).

  • NEC Compliance: Meets Article 330 for metal-clad cable installations.

  • Federal Spec A-A59544: Formerly J-C-30B for industrial durability.

  • Flame Safety: FT4/IEEE 1202 flame test certification.

Engineering Selection Guide

  1. Lightweight Needs: Choose aluminum armor for easier handling and reduced structural load.

  2. Grounding Reliability: AL8000 + armor ensure NEC-compliant equipment grounding.

  3. High-Flexibility Zones: Ideal for cable trays, raised floors, or dynamic installations.

  4. Fire Safety: Prioritize in theaters, data centers, or air-handling spaces requiring FT4 certification.