Interlocked Armor Power Cable - 2/0 Gauge - 3 Conductor - 600 Volt UL Type MC

The Interlocked Armor Power Cable – 2/0 Gauge - 3 Conductor - 600 Volt UL Type MC cable utilizes a soft bare annealed Class B copper conductor that aligns with ASTM standards B-3 and B-8.  Annealed copper is a popular alternative to standard copper because the annealing process softens the metal to add flexibility without compromising the copper’s powerful conductive properties.  The copper conductors are insulated with a cross-linked polyethylene (XLP) insulation that adds mechanical strength to the cable and also helps to protect the conductors from corrosive elements.  The assembly includes a soft bare annealed copper grounding conductor which meets ASTM standards B-3 and B-8.  The grounding conductor serves to ensure steady conductivity throughout the life of the cable.  The grounding conductor is sized in accordance with UL standard 1569.  Encasing the assembly of insulated conductors is an aluminum interlocked tape armor.  The armor’s rigid frame protects the conductors from being jarred or interfered with by outside objects.  The aluminum armor is also an effective economical alternative to wire in conduit systems.  The outer surface of the cable is a black sunlight-resistant PVC jacket.

The Interlocked Armor Power Cable – 2/0 Gauge - 3 Conductor - 600 Volt UL Type MC cable is typically used in a broad range of commercial and industrial power, control, and lightning circuits.  The Interlocked Armor Power Cable – 2/0 Gauge - 3 Conductor - 600 Volt UL Type MC cable is often used in circuits in paper, petroleum and mining applications.  It is approved for use in wet or dry locations.  The cable’s ability to function in hazardous locations makes it a great choice for installation in areas with a high risk of fire or flood.  This cable is UL approved for continuous use at 90°C.  In emergency overload situations, the cable can tolerate temperatures up to 130°C and in short circuit situations the cable can handle temperatures up to 250°C.

Specifications:

• Interlocked Armor - Control Cable
• 600 Volt UL Type MC, CT Use, 90°C
• XLP VW-1 XHHW-2 Insulation
• Aluminum Armor
• Copper Conductors

Application:
For use in harsh environments where maximum conductor protection is required. Used for power, control and lighting circuits in a broad range of commercial and industrial pulp and paper, mining, and petroleum applications. Approved for use in wet or dry locations at 90°C, for installation indoors or outdoors, aerially, in conduits, ducts, cable trays or direct burial in circuits not exceeding 600 volts. May be used in NEC Class I and II, Division 2 and Class III, Division 1 and 2 hazardous locations. UL approved for use at 90°C for continuous operation, 130°C for emergency overload conditions, and 250°C for short circuit conditions. Aluminum interlocked armor cable is recommended as an economical alternative to wire in conduit systems.

Conductors:
Soft bare annealed copper per ASTM B-3, Class B stranding per ASTM B-8.

Insulation:
Cross-linked polyethylene (XLP) per UL Standard 44 for Type XHHW-2, VW-1 conductors.

Grounding Conductor:
Soft bare annealed copper per ASTM B-3, Class B stranding per ASTM B-8 sized in accordance with UL Standard 1569.

Armor:
Aluminum interlocked tape armor per UL Standard 1569. Also available in galvanized steel armor.

Jacket:
Black sunlight-resistant PVC per UL Standard 1569.

Flame Tests:
UL 1581 70,000 BTU/hr flame test

Color Code:

• 14 AWG - 10 AWG: ICEA Method 1, Table E-2
• 8 AWG - 750 kcmil: ICEA Method 4

Connectors:

• Explosion Proof, Class 1 Division 2: 424CU series – aluminum exterior components, nickel-plated brass interior components
• Rain Tight: 416MC series – all nickel-plated brass