MC-XHHW-2 ALUMINUM (AA-8000)

Description
Factory assembled cable of four conductors, formed by an aluminum alloy conductor AA-8176, with individual insulation of cross-chain polyethylene type XHHW-2, they carry a bare conductor for grounding , gathering tape, aluminum alloy tape armor.

Construction
● Conductor: Class B compact stranded 8000 Series aluminum per ASTM B800 and ASTM B836
● Insulation: Cross Linked Polyethylene (XLPE) Type XHHW-2 Conductor Identification: White, Red, Blue
● Grounding: One bare aluminum alloy stranded conductor.
● Assembly: Phase and grounding conductors cabled together with binder tape.
● Armor: Aluminum Interlocked Armor (AIA)

Applicatinon and features
These cables are permitted to be installed for services, feeders, and branch circuits, and for power, lighting, control, and signal circuits. 
May be used in wet or dry locations, where exposed or concealed, installed in cable trays, raceways, duct, and open air, aerially.
These cables are capable of operating continuously at the conductor temperature not in excess of 90°C for normal operation in wet and dry locations, 130°C for emergency overload, and 250°C for short circuit conditions.

Standards & References
● ASTM B800 8000 Series Aluminum Alloy Wire
● ASTM B836 Compact Rounded Stranded Aluminum Conductors
● UL 44 Thermoset Insulated wires and cables
● UL 1569 Metal-Clad Cables
● ICEA S-95-658 NEMA WC70 - Power ables rated 2000 volts or less for the distribution of electrical energy