Prodcut Description
High-Quality Residential and Commercial Electrical Cable
The Southwire 6/3 Copper NM-B Wire with Ground is an ideal choice for a wide array of indoor wiring projects. Designed for residential construction and light commercial use, this cable is UL-listed and meets the strict safety and performance requirements of the National Electrical Code (NEC). Its premium copper conductors ensure efficient and reliable power distribution to high-amperage appliances and systems like electric ranges, dryers, air conditioning systems, and sub-panel installations.
Top Features:
- Wire Construction: 6-gauge copper conductors (3 wires) with a stranded bare copper ground for enhanced safety and performance.
- Durability: Encased in a durable nonmetallic-sheathed SIMpull® design, making it easier to pull, strip, and install in tight workspaces.
- Amperage Capacity: Rated for up to 55 amps at 600 volts.
- Applications: Intended for indoor use in dry locations, such as branch circuits, appliance connections, or feeder wire for sub-panels.
- Temperature Rating: Operates safely in temperatures up to 90°C (194°F).
Construction
Construction Specifications
- Conductor: Made of bare copper conforming to ASTM B3. The conductor is solid for sizes #14 AWG to #10 AWG, and Class B compressed stranded for sizes #8 AWG to #2 AWG, as per ASTM B8.
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Insulation: All phase and neutral conductors are insulated with a Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) compound featuring a Nylon sheath. The color coding is as follows:
- 2-conductor: Black and White
- 3-conductor: Black, Red, and White
- 4-conductor: Black, Red, Blue, and White
- Grounding: The grounding conductor is made of solid soft-drawn bare copper, wrapped with kraft paper.
- Binder: Kraft paper is used as a binder.
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Jacket: The cable is jacketed with a Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) compound that incorporates SIMpull Technology.
Specifications
Attribute | Details |
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Cond. Size | 6 AWG |
Conductor Number | 3 |
Cond. Strands | 7 |
Diameter Over Conductor | 0.177 inch |
Insulation Thickness | 30 mils |
Ground Size | 1x10 |
Jacket Thickness | 30 mils |
Approx. OD | 0.672 inch |
Copper Weight | 276 lbs/1000' |
Approx. Weight | 365 lbs/1000' |