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Introduction 2

Non-Metallic Sheathed CablesNMD90 XLPE CaNaDEX* – Copper 3 – aCM aluminum 3NMD90 XLPE HEatEX* 4NMWU SUPErvEX 5

PVC Insulated CablesSubmersible Pump Cable 6annunciator 7tW–40 8tW75 9tWU 10t90 Nylon/tWN75 11

ExElENE* xlPE Insulated CablesrW90 – 600 volts 12rW90 – 1000 volts 13rWU90 14

Bare CopperSoft Drawn Bare Copper 15

Armoured CablesaC90 16–17ISO-BX 18aCWU90 19–21antishort Bushings 22

CorflEx* II CablesInstallation Notes 23Copper COrfLEX* II 24–25aluminum COrfLEX* II 26–27Connectors, Clips and Splice Kits 28

* registered trademark of Nexans Canada Inc.

Termination and Connector InstallationD (Dry) Connectors 29W (Wet) Connectors 30

Technical Informationvoltage Drop Introduction 31 K factors table 32 Sample Calculations 33

CorflEx* II Derating due to Sheath Currentsaluminum Conductor COrfLEX* II 34Copper Conductor COrfLEX* II 35

Configurations and Ampacityrecommended Configurations 36Single Conductor ampacity 37–40Multi-conductor ampacity 41–44

Stranding Tables (Copper and Aluminum)Solid Wires – Sizes and Weights 45Stranded Conductors – Sizes 46Stranded Conductors – Weights 47

Wire and Cable MetricCalculations 48

Caution Notice

In case of fire, well maintained early warning smoke detectors will give an alarm long before non-metallic coverings become combustible.

However, in spite of the widespread and long-standing use of PvC in residential and commercial buildings, all purchasers of PvC insulated/jacketed products should be aware of the following:• Non-metallic coverings of electrical cables can burn and may transmit fire when ignited.• Burning non-metallic coverings may emit acid gases which are toxic and may generate

dense smoke.• Emission of acid gases may corrode metal in the vicinity; e.g. sensitive instruments and

reinforcing rods in cement.

Table of Contents

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Introductionthis catalogue has been prepared for the convenience of those using electrical conductors in buildings of all classes.

It presents the important data pertaining to the various types of wires and cables in readily obtainable form. We believe that the information included in the many tabulations will be of particular value to the architect, engineer, electrician, and layperson alike.

although we have listed the types of wires and cables suitable for most conditions we are equipped to manufacture other types to suit special conditions and would be pleased to recommend the most suitable construction for any special condition that you may encounter.

the determination of the correct cable size and type, and the selection of methods of installation suitable for the type and location of particular circuits, should be made in accordance with the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1 and any Provincial or local regulations. any questions in this respect should be directed primarily to the local Electrical Inspection authority.

Important NotesAMPACITIES shown in the product listings are the standard rated ampacities assigned by the 2006 Canadian Electrical Code Part 1, tables 1, 2, 3 & 4 for the cable type and size. these values may be subject to the application of various correction factors, depending on the location and method of cable installation. these correction factors are detailed in the Canadian Electrical Code Part 1, and by Provincial Inspection authorities.

lEAD frEEWe are pleased to note that, with the exception of NMWU and tW-40/tWU products, all the cables in the catalogue are LEaD frEE. this indicates that the Nexans cable components have less than 300 ppm of lead, which is well below the 1000 ppm level indicated in roHS (restriction of hazardous substances) regulations and below the level requiring labeling by California proposition #65.

flAME rETArDANT ProPErTIES, AND loW AND HIGH TEMPErATUrE rATINGS cited in this catalogue for materials and products are based on successful compliance with accepted CSa, industry and customer tests and criteria.

While these are generally indicative of the product suitabilities, no guarantees are expressed or implied for the performance of any product under actual field installation conditions. If in doubt, please contact your local Nexans Sales Office.

BoNDING CoNDUCTor (WIrE)a bonding conductor (wire) is now the accepted terminology by CSa for a grounding conductor (wire).

Nexans CorflEx* II and ACWU cables are Hl rated.HL rated cables meet all the requirements of CSa standard C22.2 No. 174 – M1984 (r2003) “Cables and Cable Glands for use in Hazardous Locations”. COrfLEX* II and aCWU cables are printed with “HL” identification and are suitable for use in all hazardous location classes and divisions when terminated with suitable connectors or seals.

Nexans CorflEx* II and ACWU cables are lfS and lAG rated.

lfS is Nexans’ designation for low flame spread PvC jacket. When used on COrfLEX* II and aCWU this jacket meets CSa require ments and is printed “ft4”.

lAG is Nexans’ desig nation for low acid gas emission PvC jacket. When used on COrfLEX* II and aCWU this jacket material is limited to 14% (by weight) maximum acid gas evolution when tested in accor d ance with CSa Spec C22.2 No. 0.3. Cables meeting this requirement are printed “aG14”.

Conductor StrandingsUsed in standard Building Wire products are:

Copper Conductors Sizes 14,12 & 10 aWG — Solid or Class B Compressed Sizes 8 aWG to 1000 kcmil --- Class B Compressed

Aluminum Conductors Sizes 12 & 10 aWG --- SolidaCM alloy 8030 Sizes 8 aWG to 1000 kcmil --- Compact Class B aCM alloy 8030 Sizes 1250 and 1500 kcmil --- Compressed Class B alloy 1350

(conductor details are given on pages 45 to 47).

NoTE rE: ACM CoNDUCTorSaCM (aluminum Conductor Material) is a family of 8000 series of aluminum alloys that contain higher amounts of iron and magnesium than the regular aluminum used for conductors (alloy 1350).

these increased additives improve creep resistance, bendability and resistance to cold flow at elevated temperatures. When properties such as these are improved more reliable and secure electrical connections can be made, especially with solid aluminum conductors in circuit sizes. Nexans uses only aCM (aluminum alloy 8030) in all our building wire products 1000 kcmil and smaller

Nexans —Building Wire for Canada


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Non-Metallic Sheathed Cables

300 Volts 90°C

NMD90 xlPE CANADEx*Copper and Aluminum Conductors


Descriptiontwo or three copper conductors, or three aCM aluminum conductors, with 90°C XLPE (r90) insulation. Bare bonding wire and overall jacket of moisture resistant and flame retardant PvC, with ft1 rating. rated 300 volts. Lead free.CSA Spec C22.2 No. 48-M90 (r2005) CSA file #ll23462 Class 5821 02

Applicationfor open or concealed wiring in dry or damp locations where not exposed to mechanical injury.Minimum recommended handling temperature minus 25°C for 2 conductor cables and minus 10°C for 3 conductor cables (with suitable handling procedures).Maximum conductor temperature 90°C.approved for use with ceiling fixtures.

Approx Net Cable Ampacity No. of Bonding Wire Insulation Jacket Approx Overall Weight 30°C Size Con- Size – AWG Thickness Thickness Dimensions Copper Conductors Ambient AWG ductors (Copper) mm in mm in mm in kg/km lbs/kft (amps)

14 (1) 2 14 (1) 0.76 .030 0.76 .030 4.8x 9.7 .19x.38 96 65 15 12 (1) 2 14 (1) 0.76 .030 0.76 .030 5.3x10.4 .21x.41 123 83 20 10 (1) 2 12 (1) 0.76 .030 0.76 .030 5.8x11.9 .23x.47 178 120 30 (dia) (dia)

14 (1) 3 14 (1) 0.76 .030 0.76 .030 8.7 0.34 123 83 15 12 (1) 3 14 (1) 0.76 .030 0.76 .030 9.1 0.36 155 104 20 10 (1) 3 12 (1) 0.76 .030 0.76 .030 10.2 0.40 223 150 30 8 (7) 3 10 (1) 1.14 .045 1.14 .045 15.5 0.61 418 281 45 6 (7) 3 8 (7) 1.14 .045 1.14 .045 17.6 0.69 600 405 65 4 (7) 3 8 (7) 1.14 .045 1.52 .060 20.8 0.82 880 595 85 3 (7) 3 6 (7) 1.14 .045 2.03 .080 23.4 0.92 1150 775 105 2 (7) 3 6 (7) 1.14 .045 2.03 .080 25.0 0.99 1370 920 120

Jacket Colours: #14 aWG –White 2 and 3C#14 for General application – Blue 2C#14 for Bedroom Outlets terminating at arc fault Circuit Interrupters (afCI) #12 aWG – Yellow #10 aWG – Orange #8 and larger – White

Insulation Colours: 2 Conductors – Black, White 3 Conductors – Black, red, White

CoPPEr CoNDUCTorS

AlUMINUM CoNDUCTorS Approx Net Cable Ampacity No. of Bonding Wire Insulation Jacket Approx Overall Weight 30°C Size Con- Size – AWG Thickness Thickness Dimensions Aluminum Conductors Ambient AWG ductors (Aluminum) mm in mm in mm in kg/km lbs/kft (amps)

8 (7) 3 10 (1) 1.14 .045 1.14 .045 15.5 0.61 176 118 30 6 (7) 3 8 (7) 1.14 .045 1.14 .045 16.8 0.66 274 184 55 4 (7) 3 6 (7) 1.14 .045 1.52 .060 20.1 0.79 408 274 65 3 (7) 3 6 (7) 1.14 .045 2.03 .080 22.4 0.88 518 348 75 2 (7) 3 6 (7) 1.14 .045 2.03 .080 23.9 0.94 603 405 95

Jacket Colour: Grey

Insulation Colours: Black, red, White

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300 Volts 90°C

NMD90 xlPE HEATEx*Copper Conductors


14 (1) 2 14 (1) 0.76 .030 0.76 .030 4.8x 9.7 .19x.38 96 65 15 12 (1) 2 14 (1) 0.76 .030 0.76 .030 5.3x10.4 .21x.41 123 83 20 10 (1) 2 12 (1) 0.76 .030 0.76 .030 5.8x11.9 .23x.47 178 120 30 8 (7) 2 10 (1) 1.14 .045 1.14 .045 8.4x17.0 .33x.67 315 212 45 6 (7) 2 8 (7) 1.14 .045 1.14 .045 9.6x20.5 .38x.81 500 335 65 4 (7) 2 8 (7) 1.14 .045 1.52 .060 19.5 0.77 650 435 85 3 (7) 2 6 (7) 1.14 .045 2.03 .080 21.9 0.86 860 575 105 2 (7) 2 6 (7) 1.14 .045 2.03 .080 23.5 0.93 1010 675 120

NoTE: Size 4 aWG and larger are twisted

Jacket Colour: red

Insulation Colours: Black, red

Descriptiontwo copper conductors with 90°C XLPE (r90) insulation coloured red and black. Bare bonding wire and overall jacket of moisture resistant and flame retardant PvC, with ft1 rating. rated 300 volts. Lead free.CSA Spec C22.2 No. 48-M90(r2005)CSA file #ll23462 Class 5821 02

Applicationfor open or concealed wiring in dry or damp locations where not exposed to mechanical injury.Minimum recommended handling temperature minus 25°C (with suitable handling procedures).Maximum conductor temperature 90°C.Specifically designed for 240 volt heating circuits.

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300 Volts 60°C

NMWU SUPErVEx

Copper Conductors


14 (1) 2 14 (1) 1.52 .060 0.76 .030 6.3x12.7 .25x.50 142 95 15 12 (1) 2 14 (1) 1.52 .060 0.76 .030 6.8x13.6 .27x.53 173 117 20 10 (1) 2 12 (1) 1.52 .060 0.76 .030 7.3x15.1 .29x.59 234 157 30 8 (7) 2 10 (1) 1.91 .075 1.14 .045 9.9x20.0 .39x.79 402 270 40 6 (7) 2 10 (1) 2.29 .090 1.14 .045 11.6x23.5 .46x.92 565 379 55** 4 (7) 2 8 (7) 2.29 .090 1.52 .060 23.9 0.94 804 541 70 3 (7) 2 8 (7) 2.29 .090 2.03 .080 26.3 1.04 995 669 80 2 (7) 2 8 (7) 2.29 .090 2.03 .080 27.9 1.10 1157 778 100NOtE: 2/C cables sizes #4 aWG and larger and all 3/C cables are twisted 14 (1) 3 14 (1) 1.52 .060 0.76 .030 11.9 0.47 181 122 15 12 (1) 3 14 (1) 1.52 .060 0.76 .030 12.8 0.50 227 152 20 10 (1) 3 12 (1) 1.52 .060 0.76 .030 13.9 0.55 306 205 30 8 (7) 3 10 (1) 1.91 .075 1.14 .045 18.6 0.73 523 351 40 6 (7) 3 10 (1) 2.29 .090 1.14 .045 22.3 0.88 752 505 55** 4 (7) 3 8 (7) 2.29 .090 1.52 .060 25.6 1.01 1098 738 70 3 (7) 3 8 (7) 2.29 .090 2.03 .080 28.1 1.11 1354 910 80 2 (7) 3 8 (7) 2.29 .090 2.03 .080 29.8 1.17 1591 1069 100Jacket Colours:

Black is standard and is sunlight resistant. White jackets are available on request. these can be sunlight resistant, if required.

Insulation Colours:2 Conductors – Black, White3 Conductors – Black, red, White

**for 3-wire 120/240 and 120/208 volt residential services or sub-services, the allowable ampacity for size #6 aWG shall be 60 amperes. In this case, the 5% adjustment per rule 8-106(1) cannot be applied.

Applicationfor direct earth burial (with protection as required by the inspection authority).for wiring exposed to the weather.for Category 1 and 2 locations (ref. CE Code Part 1 Section 22) including barns, stables, etc.for open and concealed wiring in wet or dry locations where not exposed to mechanical injury.Minimum recommended handling temperature minus 25°C (except for 3 conductor cables at minus 10°C) with suitable handling procedures.Maximum conductor temperature 60°C.

Descriptiontwo or three copper conductors with extra thickness of 60°C PvC insulation. Bare bonding wire and an overall sunlight resistant PvC jacket. rated 300 volts.CSA Spec C22.2 No. 48-M90 (r2005)CSA file #ll23462 Class 5821 02

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PVC Insulated Cables

600 Volts 60°C

SUBMErSIBlE PUMP CABlECopper Conductors

Descriptiontwo or three tWU-40 (copper) conductors cabled together with green insulated bonding wire. Extra thickness of ft1 rated flame retardant, low temperature, moisture resistant PvC insulation, coloured for identification. rated 600 volts.CSA Spec C22.2 No. 75-03CSA file #ll23462 Class 5832 02

Applicationfor use with submersible pumps installed in water wells.Minimum recommended installation temperature minus 40°C (with suitable handling procedures).Maximum conductor temperature 60°C.

* Most provincial inspection authorities require bonding conductors in accordance with the Canadian Electrical Code. Others, like Ontario and the Yukon, require #8 aWG. Check with your inspection department for local requirements.

**approximate diameter of circumscribing circle.

***Colours — BLaCK, rED, YELLOWColours: 2-conductor — BLaCK, rED, GrEENColours: 3-conductor — BLaCK, rED, YELLOW, GrEEN

Ampacity No. of Bonding Wire Insulation Approx Overall Approx Net Cable 30°C Size Con- Size – AWG* Thickness Diameter** Weight Ambient AWG ductors (Copper) mm in mm in kg/km lbs/kft (amps)

14 (1) 2 14 (1) 1.52 .060 10.3 0.40 118 79 15 12 (1) 2 12 (1) 1.52 .060 11.2 0.44 155 105 20 10 (1) 2 10 (1) 1.52 .060 12.4 0.49 214 144 30 14 (1) 3 14 (1) 1.52 .060 11.4 0.45 157 105 15 ***12 (1) 3 — 1.52 .060 11.4 0.45 159 106 20 12 (1) 3 12 (1) 1.52 .060 12.7 0.50 208 140 20 12 (1) 3 8 (7) 1.52 .060 14.2 0.56 291 196 20 10 (1) 3 10 (1) 1.52 .060 14.0 0.55 294 198 30 14 (7) 3 14 (7) 1.52 .060 11.9 0.47 165 111 15 14 (7) 3 8 (7) 1.52 .060 14.5 0.57 253 170 15 12 (7) 3 12 (7) 1.52 .060 13.2 0.52 211 142 20 12 (7) 3 8 (7) 1.52 .060 14.7 0.58 295 198 20 10 (7) 3 10 (7) 1.52 .060 14.5 0.57 310 208 30 10 (7) 3 8 (7) 1.52 .060 15.7 0.62 357 240 30 8 (7) 3 10 (7) 2.03 .080 17.7 0.70 461 310 40 8 (7) 3 8 (7) 2.03 .080 18.8 0.74 536 360 40 6 (7) 3 8 (7) 2.03 .080 20.3 0.80 668 449 55 4 (7) 3 8 (7) 2.03 .080 22.5 0.89 925 622 70 3 (7) 3 6 (7) 2.03 .080 24.3 0.96 1145 770 80 2 (7) 3 6 (7) 2.03 .080 25.7 1.01 1361 915 100 1 (19) 3 6 (7) 2.41 .095 27.3 1.07 1543 1037 110 1/0 (19) 3 6 (7) 2.41 .095 29.9 1.18 1835 1233 125 2/0 (19) 3 6 (7) 2.41 .095 32.3 1.27 2284 1535 145 3/0 (19) 3 4 (7) 2.41 .095 35.0 1.38 2787 1872 165 4/0 (19) 3 4 (7) 2.41 .095 38.1 1.50 3445 2315 195

CSa C22.2 No. 75 now requires the ground conductor to be the same size (or larger) as the phase conductor in sizes #14, #12 and #10.

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Applicationfor connecting electric call bells, buzzer systems, door chimes, etc., on low voltage battery or transformer circuits. Multiconductors suitable for oil burner control, inter-communications, etc.

CSA StandardNone.

DescriptionSolid bare copper conductor(s), with a flame retardant, heat and moisture resisting PvC insulation with ft1 rating. two or three insulated conductors are twisted.

Lead free

Size Number of Insulation Thickness Overall Diameter Net Cable Weight AWG Conductors mm in mm in kg/km lbs/kft

22 (1) 2 0.38 0.015 2.9 0.115 9 6 22 (1) 3 0.38 0.015 3.1 0.124 14 10 20 (1) 2 0.38 0.015 3.3 0.128 14 9 20 (1) 3 0.38 0.015 3.5 0.138 20 14 19 (1) 1 0.38 0.015 1.7 0.068 8 5 19 (1) 2 0.38 0.015 3.4 0.136 16 11 19 (1) 3 0.38 0.015 3.7 0.147 24 16 18 (1) 1 0.38 0.015 1.8 0.072 10 7 *18 (1) 2 0.30 0.012 1.7×3.6 0.067×0.141 19 13 18 (1) 2 0.38 0.015 3.7 0.145 20 13 18 (1) 3 0.38 0.015 4.0 0.156 30 20 16 (1) 2 0.38 0.015 4.2 0.166 29 20 16 (1) 3 0.38 0.015 4.5 0.179 44 30


60°C

ANNUNCIATor WIrECopper Conductors

* Insulated conductors are laid parallel.

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600 Volts 60°C

TW (–40°C) PVCCopper Conductors

Colours: Standard colours are available.

CSa certified to 2000 MCM.

*for 3-wire 120/240 and 120/208 volt residential services or sub-services, the allowable ampacity for size #6 aWG shall be 60 amperes. In this case, the 5% adjustment per rule 8-106(1) cannot be applied.

Applicationfor exposed wiring, and in raceways (except cable trays and ventilated flexible cableways) in dry or wet locations.for exposed wiring exposed to the weather. Minimum recommended installation temperature minus 40°C (with suitable handling procedures).Maximum conductor temperature 60°C.

DescriptionSingle copper conductor with a flame retardant, low temperature, moisture resisting, PvC insulation with ft1 rating. rated 600 volts.CSA Spec C22.2 No. 75-03CSA file #ll23462 Class 5832 02

# Based on not more than 3 copper conductors in raceway or cable.

Size Insulation Approximate Approximate Net Cable Weight Ampacity (30°C Ambient) AWG or Thickness Diameter Copper Conductor (amps) kcmil mm in mm in kg/km lbs/kft Free Air Conduit #

14 (1) 0.76 .030 3.2 0.13 26 18 20 15 12 (1) 0.76 .030 3.6 0.14 39 26 25 20 10 (1) 0.76 .030 4.2 0.16 58 39 40 30

14 (7) 0.76 .030 3.4 0.13 28 19 20 15 12 (7) 0.76 .030 3.8 0.15 41 27 25 20 10 (7) 0.76 .030 4.4 0.18 61 41 40 30

8 (7) 1.14 .045 6.0 0.24 101 68 55 40 6 (7) 1.52 .060 7.7 0.30 163 109 80 55* 4 (7) 1.52 .060 8.8 0.35 243 164 105 70

3 (7) 1.52 .060 9.5 0.38 299 201 120 80 2 (7) 1.52 .060 10.3 0.41 369 248 140 100 1 (19) 2.03 .080 12.2 0.48 472 317 165 110

1/0 (19) 2.03 .080 13.1 0.52 584 392 195 125 2/0 (19) 2.03 .080 14.2 0.56 730 490 225 145 3/0 (19) 2.03 .080 15.4 0.61 894 601 260 165 4/0 (19) 2.03 .080 16.8 0.66 1117 751 300 195

250 (37) 2.41 .095 18.7 0.73 1318 885 340 215 300 (37) 2.41 .095 20.5 0.81 1572 1056 375 240 350 (37) 2.41 .095 21.6 0.85 1773 1191 420 260 400 (37) 2.41 .095 22.9 0.90 2060 1384 455 280

500 (37) 2.41 .095 25.0 0.99 2545 1710 515 320 600 (61) 2.79 .110 27.8 1.09 3063 2058 575 355 750 (61) 2.79 .110 30.4 1.20 3785 2544 655 400 1000 (61) 2.79 .110 34.2 1.35 4983 3348 780 455

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600 Volts 75°C

TW75 PVCCopper and ACM* Aluminum Conductors

DescriptionSingle copper or aluminum conductor with a flame retardant, heat and moisture resisting, sunlight resistant PvC insulation with ft1 rating. rated 600 volts. Lead free.CSA Spec C22.2 No. 75-03CSA file #ll23462 Class 5832 02

Applicationfor exposed wiring and in raceways (except cable trays and ventilated flexible cableways) in dry or wet locations. for exposed wiring where exposed to weather. Nexans cables are marked "Sr" for sunlight resistant.Minimum recommended installation temperature minus 10°C.Maximum conductor temperature 75°C.


all tW75 colours are sunlight-resistant.

Size** Insulation Approximate Diameter Approximate Net Cable Weight Ampacity (30°C Ambient) AWG or Thickness Copper Conductor Aluminum Conductor Copper Conductor Aluminum Conductor Copper (amps) Aluminum kcmil mm in mm in mm in kg/km lbs/kft kg/km lbs/kft Free Air Conduit# Free Air Conduit#

14 (1) 0.76 .030 3.2 0.13 — — 26 18 — — 20 15 — — 12 (1) 0.76 .030 3.6 0.14 3.6 0.14 39 26 18 12 25 20 20 15 10 (1) 0.76 .030 4.2 0.16 4.2 0.16 58 39 25 17 40 30 30 25

14 (7) 0.76 .030 3.4 0.13 — — 28 19 — — 20 15 — — 12 (7) 0.76 .030 3.8 0.15 3.8 0.15 41 27 20 13 25 20 20 15 10 (7) 0.76 .030 4.4 0.18 4.4 0.18 61 41 28 19 40 30 30 25

8 (7) 1.14 .045 6.0 0.24 5.8 0.23 101 68 47 32 65 45 45 30 6 (7) 1.52 .060 7.7 0.30 7.4 0.29 163 110 77 52 95 65 75 50 4 (7) 1.52 .060 8.8 0.35 8.4 0.33 244 164 108 73 125 85 100 65 3 (7) 1.52 .060 9.5 0.38 9.1 0.36 299 201 129 86 145 100 115 75 2 (7) 1.52 .060 10.3 0.41 9.9 0.39 369 248 154 103 170 115 135 90 1 (19) 2.03 .080 12.2 0.48 11.7 0.46 472 317 206 138 195 130 155 100

1/0 (19) 2.03 .080 13.1 0.52 12.7 0.50 584 392 246 165 230 150 180 120 2/0 (19) 2.03 .080 14.2 0.56 13.7 0.54 730 490 295 198 265 175 210 135 3/0 (19) 2.03 .080 15.4 0.61 14.7 0.58 894 601 356 239 310 200 240 155 4/0 (19) 2.03 .080 16.8 0.66 16.3 0.64 1117 751 431 287 360 230 280 180

250 (37) 2.41 .095 18.7 0.73 18.0 0.71 1318 885 520 349 405 255 315 205 300 (37) 2.41 .095 20.5 0.81 19.3 0.76 1574 1057 604 406 445 285 350 230 350 (37) 2.41 .095 21.6 0.85 20.6 0.81 1773 1191 687 462 505 310 395 250 400 (37) 2.41 .095 22.9 0.91 21.6 0.85 2061 1385 769 517 545 335 425 270 500 (37) 2.41 .095 25.0 0.99 23.6 0.93 2547 1711 929 624 620 380 485 310

*Conductor sizes #8 and larger are alloy 8030 compact aCM.Conductor sizes #12 and #10 can be solid or 7 wire alloy 8030 compressed aCM.

** In compact aCM conductors (19) is 18 wire, and (37) is 35 wire.

# Based on not more than 3 copper or aluminum conductors in raceway or cable. See tables 1 - 4 in the Canadian Electric Code

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600 Volts 60°C

TWU (–40°C) PVCCopper Conductors


*Direct buried installations must comply with C.E. Code rules 12-012 and 4-004.

**for 3-wire 120/240 and 120/208 volt residential services or sub-services, the allowable ampacity for size #6 aWG shall be 60 amperes. In this case, the 5% adjustment per rule 8-106(1) cannot be applied.

Applicationfor direct earth burial (with protectionas required by inspection authority).*for exposed wiring exposed to the weather. for service entrance above or below ground.*Minimum recommended installation temperature minus 40°C (with suitable handling procedures).Maximum conductor temperature 60°C.

DescriptionSingle copper conductor with extra thickness of ft1 rated flame retardant, low temperature, moisture resisting PvC insulation. rated 600 volts.CSA Spec C22.2 No. 75-03CSA file #ll23462 Class5832 02

Size Insulation Approximate Approximate Net Cable Weight Ampacity (30°C Ambient) AWG or Thickness Diameter Copper Conductor (amps) kcmil mm in mm in kg/km lbs/kft Free Air Conduit #

14 (1) 1.52 .060 4.7 0.19 39 26 20 15 12 (1) 1.52 .060 5.2 0.20 53 35 25 20 10 (1) 1.52 .060 5.7 0.22 73 49 40 30

14 (7) 1.52 .060 4.9 0.19 41 27 20 15 12 (7) 1.52 .060 5.4 0.21 55 37 25 20 10 (7) 1.52 .060 6.0 0.24 77 52 40 30

8 (7) 2.03 .080 7.8 0.31 126 85 55 40 6 (7) 2.03 .080 8.7 0.34 180 121 80 55** 4 (7) 2.03 .080 9.9 0.39 263 177 105 70

3 (7) 2.03 .080 10.6 0.42 320 215 120 80 2 (7) 2.03 .080 11.4 0.45 392 263 140 100 1 (19) 2.41 .095 12.9 0.51 490 329 165 110

1/0 (19) 2.41 .095 13.9 0.55 606 407 195 125 2/0 (19) 2.41 .095 15.0 0.59 753 506 225 145 3/0 (19) 2.41 .095 16.3 0.64 919 618 260 165 4/0 (19) 2.41 .095 17.6 0.70 1137 764 300 195

250 (37) 2.79 .110 19.4 0.76 1348 906 340 215 300 (37) 2.79 .110 21.3 0.84 1606 1079 375 240 350 (37) 2.79 .110 22.3 0.88 1852 1245 420 260 400 (37) 2.79 .110 23.7 0.93 2097 1409 455 280

500 (37) 2.79 .110 25.8 1.02 2586 1737 515 320 600 (61) 3.18 .125 28.6 1.13 3108 2089 575 355 750 (61) 3.18 .125 31.2 1.23 3835 2577 655 400 1000 (61) 3.18 .125 35.0 1.38 5039 3386 780 455


CSa certified to 2000 MCM.

*Registered Trademark of Nexans Canada Inc*

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PVC Insulated Nylon Covered Cables

600 Volts 90°C

T90 NyloN/TWN75Copper Conductors


*t90/tWN75 is NoT sunlight tresistant.

Application*General purpose building wire for installation as exposed or concealed wiring and in raceways (except cable trays) in dry or damp locations.Minimum recommended installation temperature minus 10°C (with suitable handling procedures).Maximum conductor temperature 90°C dry, 75°C in wet locations, and 60°C when exposed to oil.approved for use with ceiling fixtures.

DescriptionSingle copper conductor with thin wall PvC insulation and nylon covering, with ftI rating. rated 600 volts. Lead free.CSA Spec C22.2 No. 75-03CSA file #ll23462 Class 5832 02U.l. Standard #83U.L. approved E70347.

Harmonized Product Print legend:E53058 f 2/0 aWG (67.4 mm2) (UL) tHHN Or tHWN-2 Or Gr II Or MtW 600 vOLt vW-1Ct USE MaDE IN CaNaDa LL 23462 2/0 aWG CSa/aCNOr t90/tWN75 NYLON ft1

Where Size Insulation Nylon Approximate Approximate Net Ampacity (amps at 30°C Ambient) exposed AWG or Thickness Thickness Diameter Cable Weight Damp & Dry Wet to oil kcmil mm in mm in mm in kg/km lbs/kft Free Air Conduit# Free Air Conduit# Conduit#

14 (1) 0.38 .015 0.10 .004 2.7 0.11 25 15 20 15 20 15 15 12 (1) 0.38 .015 0.10 .004 3.1 0.12 35 23 25 20 25 20 20 10 (1) 0.51 .020 0.10 .004 3.9 0.15 55 37 40 30 40 30 30

14 (19) 0.38 .015 0.10 .004 2.9 0.11 24 16 20 15 20 15 15 12 (19) 0.38 .015 0.10 .004 3.3 0.13 36 24 25 20 25 20 20 10 (19) 0.51 .020 0.10 .004 4.2 0.17 58 39 40 30 40 30 30

8 (19) 0.76 .030 0.13 .005 5.7 0.22 96 65 70 45 65 45 40 6 (19) 0.76 .030 0.13 .005 6.7 0.26 146 98 100 65 95 65 55 4 (19) 1.02 .040 0.15 .006 8.5 0.33 233 157 135 85 125 85 70

3 (19) 1.02 .040 0.15 .006 9.2 0.36 288 193 155 105 145 100 80 2 (19) 1.02 .040 0.15 .006 10.0 0.39 357 240 180 120 170 115 100 1 (19) 1.27 .050 0.18 .007 10.9 0.43 446 300 210 140 195 130 110 1/0 (19) 1.27 .050 0.18 .007 12.0 0.47 555 373 245 155 230 150 125 2/0 (19) 1.27 .050 0.18 .007 13.1 0.52 698 470 285 185** 265 175 145 3/0 (19) 1.27 .050 0.18 .007 14.4 0.57 862 579 330 210 310 200 165 4/0 (19) 1.27 .050 0.18 .007 16.1 0.63 1077 724 385 235 360 230 195

250 (37) 1.52 .060 0.20 .008 17.4 0.69 1272 855 425 265 405 255 215 300 (37) 1.52 .060 0.20 .008 19.3 0.76 1521 1022 480 295 445 285 240 350 (37) 1.52 .060 0.20 .008 20.1 0.79 1762 1184 530 325 505 310 260 400 (37) 1.52 .060 0.20 .008 21.7 0.85 2002 1345 575 345 545 335 280 500 (37) 1.52 .060 0.20 .008 23.8 0.94 2482 1668 660 395 620 380 320

**for 3-wire 120/240 and 120/208v residential services or sub-services, the allowable ampacity for #2/0 aWG copper shall be 200 amperes. In these cases, the 5% adjustment per C.E. Code rule 8-106(1) cannot be applied.


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ExElENE* Insulated Cables

600 Volts 90°C

rW90 (–40°C) xlPE Insulated WireCopper and ACM Aluminum Conductors


Non-jacketed rW90 (XLPE) cables are not suitable for installation in vaults and switchrooms under the conditions of C.E. Code Part 1 rule 12-2202(3). Suitable flame retardant jacketed cables are available on request.

# for 3-wire 120/240 and 120/208v residential services or sub-services, the allowable ampacity for sizes #6, #2 and #4/0 aWG aluminum shall be 60, 100 and 200 amperes respectively. #2/0 aWG copper shall be 200 amperes. In these cases, the 5% adjustment per C.E. Code rule 8-106(1) cannot be applied.


Applicationfor open wiring and raceways (except cabletroughs and ventilated flexible cableway) in dry or wet locations.for exposed wiring where exposed to weather with sunlight resistant insulation. Standard black #6 and larger is sunlight resistant and marked “SR”; coloured insulation is NOT.Minimum recommended installation temperature minus 40°C (with suitable handling procedures).Maximum conductor temperature 90°C.approved for use with ceiling fixtures.

DescriptionSingle copper or compact aCM aluminum conductor with low temperature moisture resisting EXELENE* cross-linked polyethylene XLPE insulation.rated 600 volts. Lead free.CSA Spec C22.2 No. 38-05 CSA file #ll23462 Class 5832 03

Size ** Insulation Approximate Diameter Approximate Net Cable Weight Ampacity (30°C Ambient) AWG or Thickness Copper Conductor Aluminum Conductor Copper Conductor Aluminum Conductor Copper (amps) Aluminum kcmil mm in mm in mm in kg/km lbs/kft kg/km lbs/kft Free Air Conduit## Free Air Conduit##

14 (1) 0.76 0.030 3.2 0.13 — — 24 16 — — 20 15 — — 12 (1) 0.76 0.030 3.6 0.14 3.6 0.14 35 24 15 10 25 20 20 15 10 (1) 0.76 0.030 4.1 0.16 4.1 0.16 54 36 22 15 40 30 30 25 14 (7) 0.76 0.030 3.3 0.13 — — 25 17 — — 20 15 — — 12 (7) 0.76 0.030 3.8 0.15 3.8 0.15 37 25 16 11 25 20 20 15 10 (7) 0.76 0.030 4.6 0.18 4.6 0.18 57 38 24 16 40 30 30 25 8 (7) 1.14 0.045 5.9 0.23 5.7 0.22 92 62 40 27 70 45 45 30 6 (7) 1.14 0.045 6.8 0.27 6.6 0.26 141 95 57 38 100 65 80 55# 4 (7) 1.14 0.045 8.0 0.32 7.7 0.30 217 146 83 56 135 85 105 65 3 (7) 1.14 0.045 8.7 0.34 8.3 0.33 269 181 101 68 155 105 120 75 2 (7) 1.14 0.045 9.5 0.37 9.1 0.36 336 226 122 82 180 120 140 95# 1 (19) 1.40 0.055 11.0 0.43 10.4 0.41 429 288 158 106 210 140 165 105 1/0 (19) 1.40 0.055 11.8 0.47 11.3 0.45 532 358 193 130 245 155 190 120 2/0 (19) 1.40 0.055 12.9 0.51 12.3 0.49 672 452 237 159 285 185# 220 145 3/0 (19) 1.40 0.055 14.2 0.56 13.5 0.53 833 560 290 195 330 210 255 165 4/0 (19) 1.40 0.055 15.6 0.61 14.8 0.59 1040 699 360 242 385 235 300 185# 250 (37) 1.65 0.065 17.2 0.68 16.5 0.65 1238 832 433 291 425 265 330 215 300 (37) 1.65 0.065 18.8 0.74 17.8 0.70 1454 977 510 343 480 295 375 240 350 (37) 1.65 0.065 19.9 0.78 18.9 0.75 1713 1151 588 395 530 325 415 260 400 (37) 1.65 0.065 21.2 0.84 20.0 0.79 1924 1293 662 445 575 345 450 290 500 (37) 1.65 0.065 23.3 0.92 22.0 0.87 2387 1604 815 548 660 395 515 330 600 (61) 2.03 0.080 26.0 1.03 24.7 0.97 2883 1937 1000 671 740 455 585 370 750 (61) 2.03 0.080 28.9 1.13 27.1 1.07 3582 2407 1235 830 845 500 670 405 1000 (61) 2.03 0.080 32.4 1.28 31.0 1.22 4438 3184 1610 1082 1000 585 800 480

** In compact aCM conductors (19) is 18 wire, (37) is 35 wire, and (61) is 58 wire strand.

## Based on not more than 3 copper or aluminum conductors in raceway or cable. for underground duct installation ampacities, see pages 39, 40, 43, and 44.

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1000 Volts 90°C

rW90 (–40°C) xlPE Insulated WireCopper and ACM Aluminum Conductors


Non-jacketed rW90 (XLPE) cables are not suitable for installation in vaults and switchrooms under the conditions of C.E. Code Part 1 rule 12-2202(3). Suitable flame retardant jacketed cables are available on request.

# for 3-wire 120/240 and 120/208v residential services or sub-services, the allowable ampacity for sizes #6, #2 and #4/0 aWG aluminum shall be 60, 100 and 200 amperes respectively. #2/0 aWG copper shall be 200 amperes. In these cases, the 5% adjustment per C.E. Code rule 8-106(1) cannot be applied.


Applicationfor open wiring and raceways (except cabletroughs and ventilated flexible cableway) in dry or wet locations.for exposed wiring where exposed to weather with sunlight resistant insulation. Standard black #6 and larger is sunlight resistant and marked “SR”; coloured insulation is NOT.Minimum recommended installation temperature minus 40°C (with suitable handling procedures).Maximum conductor temperature 90°C.approved for use with ceiling fixtures.

DescriptionSingle copper or compact aCM aluminum conductor with low temperature moisture resisting EXELENE* cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) insulation.rated 1000 volts. Lead free.CSA Spec C22.2 No. 38-05CSA file #ll23462 Class 5832 03


14 (1) 1.14 0.045 3.9 0.16 — — 28 19 — — 20 15 — — 12 (1) 1.14 0.045 4.4 0.17 4.4 0.17 40 27 20 13 25 20 20 15 10 (1) 1.14 0.045 5.0 0.20 5.0 0.26 59 40 27 18 40 30 30 25 14 (7) 1.14 0.045 4.1 0.16 — — 28 19 — — 20 15 — — 12 (7) 1.14 0.045 4.6 0.18 4.6 0.18 42 28 21 14 25 20 20 15 10 (7) 1.14 0.045 5.2 0.21 5.2 0.21 61 41 30 20 40 30 30 25 8 (7) 1.14 0.045 6.0 0.24 5.8 0.23 92 62 39 26 70 45 45 30 6 (7) 1.52 0.060 7.8 0.31 7.4 0.29 149 100 64 43 100 65 80 55# 4 (7) 1.52 0.060 9.0 0.35 8.6 0.34 226 152 91 61 135 85 105 65 3 (7) 1.52 0.060 9.7 0.38 9.1 0.36 280 188 108 73 155 105 120 75 2 (7) 1.52 0.060 10.5 0.41 9.9 0.39 347 233 131 88 180 120 140 95# 1 (19) 2.03 0.080 12.2 0.48 11.7 0.46 439 295 177 119 210 140 165 105 1/0 (19) 2.03 0.080 13.0 0.51 12.7 0.50 524 352 213 143 245 155 190 120 2/0 (19) 2.03 0.080 14.1 0.56 13.7 0.54 651 437 257 173 285 185# 220 145 3/0 (19) 2.03 0.080 15.3 0.60 15.0 0.59 810 544 312 210 330 210 255 165 4/0 (19) 2.03 0.080 16.7 0.66 16.2 0.64 1007 676 384 258 385 235 300 185# 250 (37) 2.28 0.090 18.4 0.72 17.8 0.70 1252 841 475 307 425 265 330 215 300 (37) 2.28 0.090 20.4 0.80 19.1 0.75 1490 1001 536 360 480 295 375 240 350 (37) 2.28 0.090 20.9 0.82 20.3 0.80 1642 1103 614 413 530 325 415 260 400 (37) 2.28 0.090 22.8 0.90 21.3 0.84 1966 1321 692 465 575 345 450 290 500 (37) 2.28 0.090 24.9 0.98 23.4 0.92 2433 1635 844 567 660 395 515 330 600 (61) 2.28 0.090 26.9 1.06 25.1 0.99 2903 1951 997 670 740 455 585 370 750 (61) 2.28 0.090 29.5 1.16 27.7 1.09 3603 2421 1223 822 845 500 670 405 1000 (61) 2.28 0.090 33.3 1.31 31.5 1.24 4764 3201 1600 1075 1000 585 800 480

** In compact aCM conductors (19) is 18 wire, (37) is 35 wire , and (61) is 58 wire strand.

## Based on not more than 3 copper or aluminum conductors in raceway or cable. for underground duct installation ampacities, see pages 39, 40, 43, and 44.

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1000 Volts 90°C

rWU90 (–40°C)xlPE Insulated WireCopper and ACM Aluminum Conductors


Applicationfor direct earth burial (with protection as required by inspecting authority).#for exposed wiring where exposed to weather with sunlight resistant insulation. Standard black #8 and larger is sunlight resistant and marked “Sr”, coloured insulation is NOT.for service entrance above or below ground.#Minimum recommended installation temperature minus 40°C (with suitable handling procedures).Maximum conductor temperature 90°C.

DescriptionSingle copper or compact aCM aluminum conductor with extra thickness of low temperature moisture resisting EXELENE* cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) insulation.rated 1000 volts. Lead free.CSA Spec C22.2 No. 38-05 CSA file #ll23462 Class 5832 03


14 (1) 1.52 .060 4.7 0.19 — — 33 22 — — 20 15 — — 12 (1) 1.52 .060 5.2 0.20 5.2 .20 46 31 25 17 25 20 20 15 10 (1) 1.52 .060 5.7 0.22 5.7 .22 66 44 33 22 40 30 30 25 14 (7) 1.52 .060 4.9 0.19 — — 34 23 — — 20 15 — — 12 (7) 1.52 .060 5.4 0.21 5.4 .21 48 32 27 18 25 20 20 15 10 (7) 1.52 .060 6.0 0.24 6.0 .24 69 46 36 24 40 30 30 25 8 (7) 2.03 .080 7.8 0.31 7.6 .30 112 76 58 39 70 45 45 30 6 (7) 2.03 .080 8.8 0.35 8.4 .33 164 110 77 52 100 65 80 55*** 4 (7) 2.03 .080 10.0 0.39 9.6 .38 243 164 106 71 135 85 105 65 3 (7) 2.03 .080 10.6 0.42 10.2 .40 298 201 126 85 155 105 120 75 2 (7) 2.03 .080 11.4 0.45 11.1 .44 367 247 150 101 180 120 140 95*** 1 (19) 2.41 .095 13.0 0.51 12.4 .49 464 312 193 130 210 140 165 105 1/0 (19) 2.41 .095 13.9 0.55 13.5 .53 572 384 232 156 245 155 190 120 2/0 (19) 2.41 .095 15.0 0.59 14.5 .57 715 480 278 187 285 185*** 220 145 3/0 (19) 2.41 .095 16.2 0.64 15.7 .62 878 590 335 225 330 210 255 165 4/0 (19) 2.41 .095 17.6 0.69 17.3 .68 1089 732 408 274 385 235 300 185*** 250 (37) 2.79 .110 19.5 0.77 19.0 .75 1300 874 494 332 425 265 330 215 300 (37) 2.79 .110 21.4 0.84 20.3 .80 1544 1038 576 387 480 295 375 240 350 (37) 2.79 .110 21.9 0.86 21.6 .85 1775 1193 668 442 530 325 415 260 400 (37) 2.79 .110 23.9 0.94 22.6 .89 2027 1362 737 495 575 345 450 290 500 (37) 2.79 .110 26.0 1.02 24.6 .97 2507 1685 896 602 660 395 515 330 600 (61) 3.17 .125 28.7 1.13 27.2 1.07 3012 2024 1193 802 740 455 585 370 750 (61) 3.17 .125 31.3 1.23 29.7 1.17 3728 2505 1332 895 845 500 670 405 1000 (61) 3.17 .125 35.1 1.38 33.5 1.32 4917 3304 1720 1156 1000 585 800 480


** In compact aCM conductors (19) is 18 wire, (37) is 35 wire, and (61) is 58 wire strand.

***for 3-wire 120/240 and 120/208v residential services or sub-services, the allowable

ampacity for sizes #6, #2 and #4/0 aWG aluminum shall be 60, 100 and 200 amperes respectively. #2/0 aWG copper shall be 200 amperes. In these cases, the 5% adjustment per C.E. Code rule 8-106(1) cannot be applied.

# Direct buried installations must comply with CE Code rules 12-012 and 4-004.

## Based on not more than 3 copper or aluminum conductors in raceway or cable. for underground direct buried ampacities, see pages 37, 38, 41 and 42.

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ApplicationUsed for bonding and grounding electirical circuits and systems

DescriptionSolid or stranded 100% conductivity copper conductors.aStM B-3 Soft or annealed Copper Wire*aStM B-8 Concentric - Lay - Stranded Copper Conductors

Size AWG Nominal Diameter Approximate Conducter Weight Nominal D.C. Resistance at 25oC or kcmil mm inches kg/km lbs/kft Ω/km Ω/kft

14 (1) 1.63 0.064 18.5 12.4 8.44 2.57 12 (1) 2.05 0.081 29.4 19.8 5.31 1.62 10 (1) 2.59 0.102 46.8 31.4 3.34 1.02 8 (7) 3.61 0.142 75.9 51.0 2.14 0.653 6 (7) 4.55 0.179 121 81.1 1.35 0.411 4 (7) 5.72 0.225 192 129 0.848 0.258 2 (7) 7.19 0.283 305 205 0.533 0.163 1 (19) 7.95 0.313 385 258 0.423 0.129 1/0 (19) 8.94 0.352 485 325 0.335 0.102 2/0 (19) 10.03 0.395 611 410 0.266 0.081 3/0 (19) 11.25 0.443 771 518 0.211 0.064 4/0 (19) 12.65 0.498 972 653 0.167 0.051 250 (37) 13.77 0.542 1149 772 0.142 0.043 300 (37) 15.09 0.594 1378 926 0.118 0.036 350 (37) 16.28 0.641 1609 1081 0.101 0.031 400 (37) 17.40 0.685 1838 1235 0.088 0.027 500 (37) 19.46 0.766 2298 1544 0.071 0.021 600 (61) 21.34 0.840 2758 1853 0.059 0.018 750 (61) 23.85 0.939 3447 2316 0.047 0.014 1000 (61) 28.37 1.117 4595 3088 0.035 0.011

Soft DrawnBare Copper

* aStM B-3 Specification details the requirements for solid wires and the individual wires in stranded conductors.

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Armoured Cables

600 Volts 90°C

AC90 (–40°C)xlPE InsulationCopper and ACM Aluminum Conductors

# for 3-wire 120/240 v and 120/208 v service conductors for single dwellings, or for feeder conductors supplying single dwelling units of row housing, of apartments and similar buildings, and sized in accordance with rules 8-200(1), 8-200(2) and 8-202(1), the allowable ampacity for sizes No. 6, No. 2 and No. 4/0 aWG aluminum shall be 60 a, 100 a and 200 a respectively. for No. 2/0 aWG copper it shall be 200 a. In these cases the 5% adjustment rule 8-106(1) cannot be applied.


Applicationfor open and concealed wiring in dry locations only.for use in cabletroughs and ventilated flexible cableways in dry locations only.Minimum recommended installation temperature minus 40°C (with suitable handling procedures).Maximum conductor temperature 90°C.approved for use with ceiling fixtures.

Descriptiontwo, three or four copper or compact aCM aluminum conductors with low temperature EXELENE* cross-linked polyethylene insulation (rW90 XLPE) and bare copper or aluminum bonding wire. Conductor assembly paper wrapped and covered with bare inter locked aluminum armour. rated 600 volts. Lead free.CSA Spec C22.2 No. 51-95 (r2004)CSA file #ll23462 Class 5811 01

Size ** Insulation Bonding Wire*** Approximate Diameter Approximate Net Cable Weight Ampacity (30°C Ambient) AWG or Thickness Size AWG Copper Aluminum Copper Aluminum (amps) kcmil mm in Copper Aluminum mm in mm in kg/km lbs/kft kg/km lbs/kft Copper Aluminum

TWo CoNDUCTorS (plus bonding wire) 14 (1) 0.76 .030 14 — 12.0 .47 — — 145 98 — — 15 — 12 (1) 0.76 .030 14 12 12.8 .51 12.8 .51 176 115 114 76 20 15 10 (1) 0.76 .030 12 10 13.9 .55 13.9 .55 233 156 137 92 30 25

THrEE CoNDUCTorS (plus bonding wire) 14 (1) 0.76 .030 14 — 12.5 .49 — — 170 115 — — 15 — 12 (1) 0.76 .030 14 12 13.4 .53 13.4 .53 215 145 140 95 20 15 10 (1) 0.76 .030 12 10 14.6 .57 14.6 .57 290 195 175 115 30 25 8 (7) 1.14 .045 10 10 19.1 .75 19.1 .75 505 340 300 200 45 30 6 (7) 1.14 .045 8 8 21.3 .84 20.6 .81 705 475 380 255 65 55# 4 (7) 1.14 .045 8 6 24.1 .95 23.1 .91 965 650 490 330 85 65 3 (7) 1.14 .045 6 6 25.4 1.00 24.4 .96 1195 800 560 375 105 75 2 (7) 1.14 .045 6 6 26.9 1.06 25.9 1.02 1410 950 640 430 120 95# 1 (19) 1.40 .055 6 4 30.5 1.20 28.9 1.14 1720 1155 785 530 140 105 1/0 (19) 1.40 .055 6 4 32.5 1.28 31.0 1.22 2055 1380 905 605 155 120 2/0 (19) 1.40 .055 6 4 34.9 1.38 33.0 1.30 2485 1670 1055 710 185# 145 3/0 (19) 1.40 .055 4 4 37.7 1.49 35.8 1.41 3090 2075 1230 825 210 165 4/0 (19) 1.40 .055 4 4 40.8 1.61 38.6 1.52 3755 2520 1450 975 235 185# 250 (37) 1.65 .065 4 2 44.5 1.75 42.2 1.66 4375 2940 1840 1235 265 215 300 (37) 1.65 .065 4 2 48.5 1.91 45.7 1.80 5315 3570 2295 1540 295 240 350 (37) 1.65 .065 3 2 51.2 2.02 48.3 1.90 6120 4115 2560 1715 325 260 400 (37) 1.65 .065 3 2 53.7 2.12 50.3 1.98 6870 4615 2800 1880 345 290 500 (37) 1.65 .065 3 1 58.3 2.30 54.9 2.16 8370 5625 3365 2260 395 330 600 (61) 2.03 .080 2 1 64.1 2.53 60.4 2.38 10045 6750 4000 2685 455 370 750 (61) 2.03 .080 2 1/0 69.7 2.75 65.7 2.59 12260 8240 4790 3210 500 405 1000 (61) 2.03 .080 1 — 78.0 3.07 — — 16015 10760 — — 585 480

** In compact aCM conductors (19) is18 wire, (37) is 35 wire, and (61) is 58 wire strand. aCM aluminum is alloy #8030.

***Copper bonding wire supplied with copper conductors. aluminum bonding wire supplied with aluminum conductors.

Insulation Colour Code:2 Conductors – Black, White3 Conductors – Black, White, red

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Armoured Cables

600 Volts 90°C

AC90 (–40°C)xlPE InsulationCopper and ACM Aluminum Conductors

# for 3-wire 120/240 v and 120/208 v service conductors for single dwellings, or for feeder conductors supplying single dwelling units of row housing, of apartments and similar buildings, and sized in accordance with rules 8-200(1), 8-200(2) and 8-202(1), the allowable ampacity for sizes No. 6, No. 2 and No. 4/0 aWG aluminum shall be 60 a, 100 a and 200 a respectively. for No. 2/0 aWG copper it shall be 200 a. In these cases the 5% adjustment rule 8-106(1) cannot be applied.


Applicationfor open and concealed wiring in dry locations only.for use in cabletroughs and ventilated flexible cableways in dry locations only.Minimum recommended installation temperature minus 40°C (with suitable handling procedures).Maximum conductor temperature 90°C.approved for use with ceiling fixtures.

Descriptiontwo, three or four copper or compact aCM aluminum conductors with low temperature EXELENE* cross-linked polyethylene insulation (rW90 XLPE) and bare copper or aluminum bonding wire. Conductor assembly paper wrapped and covered with bare inter locked aluminum armour. rated 600 volts. Lead free.CSA Spec C22.2 No. 51-95(2004)CSA file #ll23462 Class 5811 01

Size ** Insulation Bonding Wire*** Approximate Diameter Approximate Net Cable Weight Ampacity (30°C Ambient)## AWG or Thickness Size AWG Copper Aluminum Copper Aluminum (amps) kcmil mm in Copper Aluminum mm in mm in kg/km lbs/kft kg/km lbs/kft Copper Aluminum

foUr CoNDUCTorS (plus bonding wire) 14 (1) 0.76 .030 14 — 13.3 .52 — — 203 137 — — 15 — 12 (1) 0.76 .030 14 12 14.3 .56 14.3 .56 260 175 150 102 20 15 10 (1) 0.76 .030 12 10 15.6 .62 15.6 .62 355 239 190 128 30 25 8 (7) 1.14 .045 10 10 18.5 .73 18.5 .73 525 355 270 180 45 30 6 (7) 1.14 .045 8 8 23.5 .93 22.6 .89 875 585 450 305 65 55# 4 (7) 1.14 .045 8 6 26.0 1.03 25.4 1.00 1215 815 600 405 85 65 3 (7) 1.14 .045 6 6 28.1 1.11 26.9 1.06 1495 1005 685 460 105 75 2 (7) 1.14 .045 6 6 30.0 1.18 28.7 1.13 1785 1200 790 530 120 95# 1 (19) 1.40 .055 6 4 33.1 1.31 32.0 1.26 2185 1465 965 650 140 105 1/0 (19) 1.40 .055 6 4 35.7 1.41 34.3 1.35 2630 1770 1125 760 155 120 2/0 (19) 1.40 .055 6 4 38.4 1.51 36.6 1.44 3190 2115 1310 880 185# 145 3/0 (19) 1.40 .055 4 4 41.4 1.63 39.4 1.55 3970 2670 1540 1035 210 165 4/0 (19) 1.40 .055 4 4 46.1 1.82 42.4 1.67 5020 3375 1985 1335 235 185# 250 (37) 1.65 .065 4 2 50.2 1.98 47.2 1.86 5865 3940 2515 1690 265 215 300 (37) 1.65 .065 4 2 53.3 2.10 50.2 1.98 6870 4615 2870 1925 295 240 350 (37) 1.65 .065 3 2 56.4 2.22 53.0 2.09 7920 5325 3220 2165 325 260 400 (37) 1.65 .065 3 2 59.2 2.33 55.6 2.19 8920 5995 3540 2380 345 290 500 (37) 1.65 .065 3 1 64.4 2.54 60.4 2.38 10925 7345 4290 2885 395 330 600 (61) 2.03 .080 2 1 71.0 2.80 67.0 2.64 13090 8795 5085 3420 455 370 750 (61) 2.03 .080 2 1/0 77.2 3.04 72.9 2.87 16030 10770 6105 4100 500 405

Insulation Colour Code:Black, red, Blue, White

**In compact aluminum aCM conductors (19) is 18 wire, (37) is 35 wire and (61) is 58 wire. aCM aluminum is alloy #8030

***Copper bonding wire supplied with copper conductors. aluminum bonding wire supplied with aluminum conductors.

##assuming 4th conductor is the neutral of a balanced 3 phase 4 wire system.

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Armoured Cables

600 Volts 90°C

AC90 (–40°C)ISo-BxCopper Conductors


Isolated Bare Ampacity Insulation Ground Bonding Approximate Approximate Net 30°C Size Number of Thickness Conductor Conductor Diameter Cable Weight Ambient AWG Conductors** mm in AWG*** AWG mm in kg/km lbs/kft (amps)

14 (1) 2 0.76 0.030 14 (1) 14 (1) 12.5 0.491 169 114 15 14 (1) 3 0.76 0.030 14 (1) 14 (1) 13.4 0.528 200 135 15 12 (1)† 2 0.76 0.030 12 (1) 14 (1) 13.4 0.527 205 137 20 12 (1)† 2 0.76 0.030 12 (1) 12 (1) 13.5 0.531 224 150 20 12 (1) 3 0.76 0.030 14 (1) 14 (1) 14.1 0.554 242 162 20 12 (1)† 3 0.76 0.030 12 (1) 12 (1) 14.6 0.573 268 180 20 10 (1)† 2 0.76 0.030 12 (1) 12 (1) 14.1 0.557 267 179 30 10 (1)† 2 0.76 0.030 10 (1) 10 (1) 14.7 0.580 307 207 30 10 (1)† 3 0.76 0.030 12 (1) 12 (1) 15.4 0.606 331 223 30 10 (1)† 3 0.76 0.030 10 (1) 10 (1) 16.0 0.630 372 250 30

DescriptionSolid copper circuit conductors, with low temperature EXELENE* cross-linked polyethylene insulation (rW90 XLPE) with two additional solid copper bonding conductors (one bare, one covered with green EXELENE* (rW90 XLPE). twisted assembly wrapped and covered with interlocked aluminum tape armour. rated 600 volts. Lead free.CSA Spec C22.2 No. 51-95 (r2004)CSA file #ll23462 Class 5811 01

Applicationfor open and concealed wiring in dry locations only.this cable is recommended for installations where an isolated ground is required (i.e. computer and other electronic equipment or special installations).Minimum recommended installation temperature minus 40°C (with suitable handling procedures).Maximum conductor temperature 90°C.† ISO-BX cables with #12 phase conductors and a #12 isolated ground conductor; and all ISO-BX cables with #10 phase conductors are for use in patient care areas in accordance with rules 24-102 and 24-104 of the C.E.C.

**two-conductor cable contains black and white circuit conductors, green isolated ground conductor, and a bare copper bonding conductor.

three-conductor cable contains red, black and white circuit conductors, green isolated ground conductor, and a bare copper bonding conductor.

***Isolated Ground Conductor covered with green (rW90) XLPE. refer to the Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 2006 (rules 10-906 and 24-100 to 24-114) for rules covering cables and systems containing isolated grounding conductors, etc.

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Armoured Cables

600 Volts 90°C

ACWU90 (–40°C)xlPE InsulationACM Aluminum Conductors


DescriptionOne to four compact aluminum conduc-tors with low temperature EXELENE* cross-linked polyethylene insulation (rW90 XLPE) and bare aluminum bonding wire in multi-conductor cables. Single conductor cables have copper concentric bonding wire. Conductor as-sembly is wrapped and enclosed in an inter locked aluminum armour with an over all low acid gas, low flame spread, sunlight resistant PvC jacket (LaG/LfS) with ft4 and aG14 rating. #8 and larger are HL rated for Class I Div 1 & 2 Groups a, B, C & D, Class II Div 1 & 2 Groups E, f & G and Class III Hazardous Locations.CSA Spec C22.2 No. 51-95 (r2004)CSA file #ll23462 Class 5811 01– CableCSA file #ll19376 Class 5818 01– Hazardous location Cable

Applicationfor exposed and concealed wiring in dry or wet locations and where exposed to the weather. Nexans cables are marked "SUN rES" for sunlight resistant.for use in ventilated, non-ventilated and ladder type cable trays in wet and dry locations.for direct earth burial (with protection as required by Inspection authority). for service entrance above or below ground.for use in hazardous locations with approved connectors.Minimum recommended installation temperature minus 40°C (with suitable handling procedures).Maximum conductor temperature 90°C.

rated 600 volts. Lead free.

***ampacity in accordance with table #3 of the Canadian Electrical Code Part #1 (2006).

for single conductor direct buried ampacity, see page 38.

Size** Insulation Bonding Wire Approximate Diameter Approximate Net Ampacity*** AWG or Thickness Size Armour PVC Jacket Cable Weight (30°C Ambient) kcmil mm in AWG mm in mm in kg/km lbs/kft (amps)

oNE STrANDED CoNDUCTor (plus bonding wire) 1/0 (18) 1.40 .055 6 18.9 0.74 21.7 0.85 563 378 190 2/0 (18) 1.40 .055 4 20.7 0.81 23.1 0.91 690 464 220 3/0 (18) 1.40 .055 4 21.6 0.85 24.3 0.96 761 511 255 4/0 (18) 1.40 .055 4 23.1 0.91 25.6 1.01 848 570 300 250 (35) 1.65 .065 3 24.9 0.98 27.3 1.08 1007 677 330 300 (35) 1.65 .065 3 26.1 1.03 28.6 1.13 1098 738 375 350 (35) 1.65 .065 2 27.8 1.10 30.6 1.20 1265 850 415 400 (35) 1.65 .065 2 28.8 1.14 31.4 1.23 1338 900 450 500 (35) 1.65 .065 1 31.3 1.23 34.0 1.34 1619 1088 515 600 (58) 2.03 .080 1 34.0 1.34 36.7 1.45 1843 1239 585 750 (58) 2.03 .080 1/0 36.8 1.45 39.5 1.56 2210 1485 670 1000 (58) 2.03 .080 1/0 40.7 1.60 43.4 1.71 2660 1787 800 #1250 (91) 2.41 .095 2/0 47.3 1.87 50.6 1.99 3735 2507 905 #1500 (91) 2.41 .095 3/0 51.4 2.02 54.7 2.16 4355 2925 1020

Insulation Colour: Black

**Compact aluminum aCM conductors are aluminum alloy #8030

C# Conductors are compressed stranding not compact

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Armoured Cables

600 Volts 90°C



DescriptionOne to four compact aluminum conduc-tors with low temperature EXELENE* cross-linked polyethylene insulation (rW90 XLPE) and bare aluminum bonding wire in multi-conductor cables. Single conductor cables have copper concentric bonding wire. Conductor as-sembly is wrapped and enclosed in an inter locked aluminum armour with an over all low acid gas, low flame spread, sunlight resistant PvC jacket (LaG/LfS) with ft4 and aG14 rating. #8 and larger are HL rated for Class I Div 1 & 2 Groups a, B, C & D, Class II Div 1 & 2 Groups E, f & G and Class III Hazardous Locations.CSA Spec C22.2 No. 51-95 (r2004) CSA fle #ll23462 Class 5811 01– CableCSA file #ll19376 Class 5818 01– Hazardous location cable

Applicationfor exposed and concealed wiring in dry or wet locations and where exposed to the weather. Nexans cables are marked "SUN rES" for sunlight resistant.for use in ventilated, non-ventillated and ladder type cable trays in wet and dry locations.for direct earth burial (with protection as required by Inspection authority). for service entrance above or below ground.for use in hazardous locations with approved connectors.Minimum recommended installation temperature minus 40°C (with suitable handling procedures).Maximum conductor temperature 90°C.


*** ampacity in accordance with table #4 of the Canadian Electrical Code Part #1(2006).

for direct buried ampacity, see page 42.


THrEE STrANDED CoNDUCTorS (plus bonding wire) 6 (7) 1.14 .045 8 (7) 20.6 0.81 23.6 0.93 500 335 55# 4 (7) 1.14 .045 6 (7) 23.1 0.91 25.9 1.02 618 415 65 3 (7) 1.14 .045 6 (7) 24.4 0.96 27.2 1.07 673 452 75 2 (7) 1.14 .045 6 (7) 25.9 1.02 28.7 1.13 771 518 95# 1 (18) 1.40 .055 4 (7) 28.9 1.14 31.7 1.25 941 632 105 1/0 (18) 1.40 .055 4 (7) 31.0 1.22 33.5 1.32 1074 722 120 2/0 (18) 1.40 .055 4 (7) 33.0 1.30 35.8 1.41 1235 830 145 3/0 (18) 1.40 .055 4 (7) 35.8 1.41 38.3 1.51 1444 970 165 4/0 (18) 1.40 .055 4 (7) 38.6 1.52 41.9 1.65 1746 1173 185# 250 (35) 1.65 .065 2 (7) 42.2 1.66 45.5 1.79 2165 1455 215 300 (35) 1.65 .065 2 (7) 45.7 1.80 48.8 1.92 2661 1788 240 350 (35) 1.65 .065 2 (7) 48.3 1.90 51.6 2.03 2958 1989 260 400 (35) 1.65 .065 2 (7) 50.3 1.98 53.6 2.11 3234 2173 290 500 (35) 1.65 .065 1 (18) 54.9 2.16 58.2 2.29 3767 2531 330 600 (58) 2.03 .080 1 (18) 60.4 2.38 64.5 2.54 4561 3065 370 750 (58) 2.03 .080 1/0 (18) 65.7 2.59 70.0 2.74 5423 3644 405

# for 3-wire 120/240 v and 120/208 v service conductors for single dwellings, or for feeder conductors supplying single dwelling units of row housing, of apartments and similar buildings, and sized in accordance with rules 8-200(1), 8-200(2) and 8-202(1), the allowable ampacity for sizes No. 6, No. 2 and No. 4/0 aWG shall be 60 a, 100 a and 200 a respectively. In this case the 5% adjustment rule 8-106(1) cannot be applied.

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Armoured Cables

600 Volts 90°C


DescriptionOne to four compact aluminum conduc-tors with low temperature EXELENE* cross-linked polyethylene insulation (rW90 XLPE) and bare aluminum bonding wire in multi-conductor cables. Single conductor cables have copper concentric bonding wire. Conductor as-sembly is wrapped and enclosed in an inter locked aluminum armour with an over all low acid gas, low flame spread, sunlight resistant PvC jacket (LaG/LfS) with ft4 and aG14 rating. #8 and larger are HL rated for Class I Div 1 & 2 Groups a, B, C & D, Class II Div 1 & 2 Groups E, f & G and Class III Hazardous Locations.CSA Spec C22.2 No. 51-95 (r2004)CSA file #ll23462 Class 5811 01– CableCSA file #ll19376 Class 5818 01– Hazardous location cable

Applicationfor exposed and concealed wiring in dry or wet locations and where exposed to the weather. Nexans cables are marked "SUN rES" for sunlight resistant.for use in ventilated, non-ventillated and ladder type cable trays in wet and dry locations.for direct earth burial (with protection as required by Inspection authority). for service entrance above or below ground.for use in hazardous locations with approved connectors.Minimum recommended installation temperature minus 40°C (with suitable handling procedures).Maximum conductor temperature 90°C.



foUr STrANDED CoNDUCTorS (plus bonding wire) 6 (7) 1.14 .045 8 (7) 22.6 0.89 25.6 1.01 583 392 55# 4 (7) 1.14 .045 6 (7) 25.4 1.00 28.7 1.13 774 520 65 3 (7) 1.14 .045 6 (7) 26.9 1.06 29.4 1.16 818 550 75 2 (7) 1.14 .045 6 (7) 28.7 1.13 31.2 1.23 932 626 95# 1 (18) 1.40 .055 4 (7) 32.0 1.26 34.8 1.37 1143 768 105 1/0 (18) 1.40 .055 4 (7) 34.3 1.35 36.8 1.45 1323 889 120 2/0 (18) 1.40 .055 4 (7) 36.6 1.44 39.1 1.54 1533 1030 145 3/0 (18) 1.40 .055 4 (7) 39.4 1.55 42.4 1.67 1839 1236 165 4/0 (18) 1.40 .055 4 (7) 42.4 1.67 45.7 1.80 2168 1457 185# 250 (35) 1.65 .065 2 (7) 47.2 1.86 50.5 1.99 2897 1947 215 300 (35) 1.65 .065 2 (7) 50.2 1.98 53.5 2.11 3289 2210 240 350 (35) 1.65 .065 2 (7) 53.0 2.09 56.3 2.22 3612 2427 260 400 (35) 1.65 .065 2 (7) 55.6 2.19 58.9 2.32 3966 2665 290 500 (35) 1.65 .065 1 (18) 60.4 2.38 64.5 2.54 4834 3248 330 600 (58) 2.03 .080 1 (18) 67.0 2.64 70.9 2.79 5725 3847 370 750 (58) 2.03 .080 1/0 (18) 72.9 2.87 76.7 3.02 6860 4610 405

***ampacity in accordance with table #4 of the Canadian Code Part #1 (2006). assuming the 4th conductor in a 4/c cable is the neutral of a balanced 3 phase 4 wire system.

for direct buried ampacity, see page 42.

# for 3-wire 120/240 v and 120/208 v service conductors for single dwellings, or for feeder conductors supplying single dwelling units of row housing, of apartments and similar buildings, and sized in accordance with rules 8-200(1), 8-200(2) and 8-202(1), the allowable ampacity for sizes No. 6, No. 2 and No. 4/0 aWG shall be 60 a, 100 a and 200 a respectively. In this case the 5% adjustment rule 8-106(1) cannot be applied.

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Bushing Approximate Approximate Catalogue Diameter length Use with Armoured No. A B Cable Sizes (Nexans) mm in mm in 2/C 3/C 4/C

0 10 .39 12 .49 14 14 14 12 12 —

1 11 .45 13 .53 10 10 12 — — 10

2 15 .59 15 .59 — 8 — — — —

3 20 .78 17 .67 — 6 — — — —

4 25 .99 20 .78 — 4 — — 3 — — 2 —

5 29 1.16 21 .84 — 1 —

6 35 1.37 25 1.0 — 1/0 — — 2/0 — — 3/0 —

7 46 1.80 25 1.0 — 4/0 — — 250 — — 300 —

8 58 2.29 31 1.23 — 350 — — 500 —

Aluminum ClipsSee page 28.

Plastic Anti-Short Bushings

Accessories for Armoured Cable

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CorflEx* II Aluminum Sheathed Cables

600 Volts 90°C

CorflEx* II rA90(–40°C) xlPE

DescriptionSingle or multi copper or compact aCM aluminum conductors with EXELENE* cross-linked polyethylene insulation (rW90 XLPE) enclosed in a liquid- and vapour-tight solid corrugated aluminum sheath. an overall low temperature, low acid gas, low flame spread, sunlight resistant PvC jacket (LaG/LfS) with ft4 and aG14 rating.Unjacketed COrfLEX with ft4 and aG14 ratings is also available.ratetd 600 volts. Lead free.CSA Spec C22.2 No. 123-96 (r2005)CSA file #ll19376 Class 5812 01– CableCSA file #ll19376 Class 5818 01– Hazardous location Cable

Applicationfor exposed and concealed wiring in dry or wet locations and where exposed to the weather. Nexans cables are marked "SUN rES" for sunlight resistant.for use in ventilated, non-ventilated, and ladder type cabletroughs and ventilated flexible cableways in dry or wet locations.for direct earth burial (with protection as required by Inspection authority).for direct embedding in concrete, masonry or plaster (with permission as required by Local Inspection authority).for service entrance above or below ground.COrfLEX* cable certified for use in hazardous locations with approved connectors. Nexans type W connectors are approved for Class II Divisions 1 and 2 (Groups E, f and G) and Class III Divisions 1 and 2.


Installation Notes

1. COrfLEX* cables should be installed using only the approved Nexans wet and dry type connectors. for installation of connectors, see pages 29 and 30.

2. Ampacity for single conductor CorflEx

– for cables to qualify for table 1 and 3 (2006 C.E. Code) free air ampacity ratings, cables are required to be spaced one cable diameter (two diameters centre to centre) apart. these are the ampacities shown in the following tables.

– for cables in direct burial, see rule 4-004 and the notes for rule 4-004 in appendix B & D (2006 C.E. Code). also see pages 37 and 38 in this catalogue.

3. Ampacity for multi-conductor CorflEx

– for cables to qualify for table 2 and 4 (2006 C.E. Code) free air ampacity ratings, cables are required to be spaced one cable diameter (two diameters centre to centre) apart. these are the ampacities shown in the following tables.

– for cables in direct burial, see rule 4-004 and the notes for rule 4-004 in appendix B & D (2006 C.E. Code). also see pages 41 and 42 in this catalogue.

4. the COrfLEX* sheath and connector may be used as an EQUIPMENt Bonding Conductor (not as a SYStEM ground) and is sized to meet the requirements of the C.E. Code table 16 (ref. rules 10-812 and 10-814).

When used as SErvICE ENtraNCE feeders, COrfLEX* cables should be fitted with non-ferrous grounding type bushings at the service equipment end (ref. C.E. Code rules 10-602 to 10-610).

for other than service entrance circuits, bonding continuity of the sheath is established through the COrfLEX* connectors.

5. Installation of any single conductor metal sheathed or armoured cables should be made with due consideration of the effects of sheath currents and of induced eddy currents in ferrous end plates. (refer to rules 4-008, 10-302 and 12-3022 and the notes on these rules in appendix ‘B’ of the C.E. Code.)

Where sheath currents are allowed to flow in single conductor COrfLEX* cables (carrying above 425 amps), Nexans’ recommended ratings are shown on pages 34 and 35 of this catalogue. Where sheaths are isolated, it may be necessary to install a supplementary equipment bonding wire.

for single conductor cables carrying more than 200 amps, non--ferrous entrance plates, connectors, bushings, washers and clamps, etc., must be used.

6. Minimum recommended bend radius

— see pages 24, 25, 26 and 27.

7. recommended spacing of supports:

Horizontal Single conductor cables up to 32mm diameter:

0.91 - 1.22 m. Single conductor cables over 32mm diameter:

1.22 - 1.52 m. Multiconductor Power Cable:

1.22 - 1.52 m. 5 or more conductors cable:

0.91 - 1.22 m.

Vertical all constructions: 1.82 - 2.44 m. Spacing of supports for single

conductor cables should be reduced from above if short circuit conditions are unusually severe.

8. Minimum recommended installation temperature minus 40°C (with suitable handling procedures).

Maximum conductor temperature 90°C.

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#CE Code rule 12-712(3)

**See page 37 for direct buried ampacity.

Copper CorflEx* II

CorflEx* II rA90 (–40°C) xlPE 600 VoltsCopper Conductors Connectors (Nexans Catalogue No.) Wet or Minimum# Ampacity Size Approximate Diameter Approximate Net Cable Weight Dry Hazardous Bending 30°C AWG or Over Sheath Over PVC Jacket Without Jacket With PVC Jacket Location Location Radius Ambient kcmil mm in mm in kg/km lbs/kft kg/km lbs/kft Type D Type W mm in (amps)

SINGlE CoPPEr CoNDUCTor 1 (19) 15.7 0.62 18.3 0.72 510 342 626 421 16D2 16W2 166 7 210 1/0 (19) 16.3 0.64 18.9 0.75 623 419 737 496 16D2 16W2 170 8 245 2/0 (19) 19.6 0.77 22.4 0.88 804 540 930 625 20D3 20W3 203 8 285 3/0 (19) 20.2 0.79 22.9 0.90 972 653 1107 744 20D3 20W3 210 9 330 4/0 (19) 21.1 0.83 23.7 0.93 1190 800 1320 887 20D3 20W3 215 9 385 250 (37) 23.8 0.94 26.4 1.04 1406 945 1562 1050 25D3 25W3 254 10 425 300 (37) 25.1 0.99 27.7 1.09 1640 1102 1801 1210 25D3 25W3 254 10 480 350 (37) 25.9 1.02 28.9 1.14 1870 1256 2052 1380 25D3 25W3 260 10 530 400 (37) 29.7 1.17 32.3 1.27 2208 1484 2396 1610 30D4 30W4 305 12 575 500 (37) 30.9 1.22 33.8 1.34 2690 1807 2895 1945 30D4 30W4 305 12 660 600 (61) 35.1 1.38 37.6 1.48 3246 2181 3467 2330 35D5 35W5 356 14 740 750 (61) 38.9 1.53 41.7 1.64 4044 2717 4293 2885 40D5 40W5 381 15 845 1000 (61) 42.4 1.67 45.2 1.78 5273 3543 5543 3725 45D6 45W6 432 17 1000 TWo CoPPEr CoNDUCTorS 14 (7) 11.9 .47 14.7 .58 126 85 134 90 13D2 13W2 152 6 15 12 (7) 13.0 .51 15.7 .62 164 110 238 160 13D2 13W2 152 6 20 10 (7) 14.0 .55 17.0 .67 201 135 283 190 13D2 13W2 178 7 30 8 (7) 19.2 .76 21.8 .86 324 218 446 300 20D3 20W3 203 8 45 6 (7) 20.1 .79 22.6 .89 422 283 551 370 20D3 20W3 229 9 65 4 (7) 23.4 .92 26.2 1.03 609 409 759 510 25D3 25W3 254 10 85 3 (7) 24.4 .96 26.9 1.06 715 480 871 585 25D3 25W3 254 10 105 2 (7) 25.4 1.00 27.9 1.10 850 571 1012 680 25D3 25W3 254 10 120 1 (19) 29.4 1.16 32.0 1.26 1069 719 1314 883 30D4 30W4 305 12 140 1/0 (19) 33.1 1.32 36.2 1.42 1387 932 1600 1075 35D5 35W5 330 13 155 2/0 (19) 35.2 1.37 37.7 1.48 1651 1109 1871 1257 35D5 35W5 356 14 185 3/0 (19) 39.0 1.53 41.8 1.64 2072 1392 2320 1560 40D5 40W5 381 15 210 4/0 (19) 40.8 1.60 43.6 1.71 2488 1672 2747 1846 40D5 40W5 406 16 235 250 (37) 44.5 1.75 47.0 1.85 3117 2095 3400 2285 45D6 45W6 432 17 265 300 (37) 48.5 1.91 51.3 2.02 3694 2482 4003 2690 50D8 50W8 483 19 295

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Insulation Colour Code:1 Conductor – Black2 Conductors – Black, White #14 to #2Black insulation with white printed numbers #1 and larger

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CorflEx* II rA90 (–40°C) xlPE 600 VoltsCopper Conductors

**See page 41 for direct buried ampacity.

***assuming 4th conductor is the neutral of a balanced 3-phase 4 wire system.

#CE Code rule 12-712(3)

## for 3-wire 120/240 v and 120/208 v service conductors for single dwellings, or for feeder conductors supplying single dwelling units of row housing, of apartments and similar buildings, and sized in accordance with rules 8-200(1), 8-200(2) and 8-202(1), the allowable ampacity for size No. 2/0 aWG shall be 200 a. In this case the 5% adjustment rule 8-106(1) cannot be applied.

Connectors (Nexans Catalogue No.) Wet or Minimum# Ampacity** Size Approximate Diameter Approximate Net Cable Weight Dry Hazardous Bending 30°C AWG or Over Sheath Over PVC Jacket Without Jacket With PVC Jacket Location Location Radius Ambient kcmil mm in mm in kg/km lbs/kft kg/km lbs/kft Type D Type W mm in (amps)

THrEE CoPPEr CoNDUCTorS 14 (7) 12.4 .49 15.5 .61 164 110 238 160 13D2 13W2 152 6 15 12 (7) 13.5 .53 16.5 .65 201 135 283 190 13D2 13W2 152 6 20 10 (7) 15.2 .60 18.3 .72 290 195 379 255 16D2 16W2 178 7 30 8 (7) 19.6 .77 22.6 .89 439 295 551 370 20D3 20W3 229 9 45 6 (7) 20.8 .82 23.4 .92 567 381 699 470 20D3 20W3 229 9 65 4 (7) 24.1 .95 26.9 1.06 834 561 990 665 25D3 25W3 254 10 85 3 (7) 25.1 .99 27.9 1.10 992 667 1153 775 25D3 25W3 254 10 105 2 (7) 29.2 1.15 31.8 1.25 1281 861 1466 985 30D4 30W4 304 12 120 1 (19) 30.7 1.21 33.4 1.31 1663 1117 1751 1177 30D4 30W4 330 13 140 1/0 (19) 34.3 1.35 37.1 1.46 1898 1275 2115 1421 35D5 35W5 356 14 155 2/0 (19) 38.7 1.43 42.0 1.53 2398 1611 2644 1777 40D5 40W5 381 15 185## 3/0 (19) 40.2 1.58 43.4 1.71 2873 1931 3128 2102 40D5 40W5 406 16 210 4/0 (19) 43.5 1.71 45.9 1.81 3569 2398 3845 2584 45D6 45W6 432 17 235 250 (37) 48.5 1.91 51.3 2.02 4394 2952 4703 3160 50D8 50W8 483 19 265 foUr CoPPEr CoNDUCTorS 14 (7) 13.3 .53 16.3 .64 195 130 270 180 13D2 13W2 125 5.0 15 12 (7) 15.1 .59 18.1 .71 275 185 360 240 16D2 16W2 135 5.5 20 10 (7) 16.0 .63 19.0 .75 350 235 445 300 16D2 16W2 145 6.0 30 8 (7) 20.6 .81 23.6 .93 536 360 655 440 20D3 20W3 229 9 45 6 (7) 23.9 .94 26.4 1.04 770 517 923 620 25D3 25W3 254 10 65 4 (7) 25.7 1.01 28.2 1.11 1086 730 1250 840 25D3 25W3 254 10 85 3 (7) 29.7 1.17 32.3 1.27 1397 939 1585 1065 30D4 30W4 305 12 105 2 (7) 33.0 1.30 36.1 1.42 1741 1170 1949 1310 35D5 35W5 330 13 120 1 (19) 34.4 1.36 37.1 1.46 2158 1450 2272 1530 35D5 35W5 356 14 140 1/0 (19) 40.0 1.57 42.4 1.67 2654 1783 2909 1955 40D5 40W5 381 15 155 2/0 (19) 40.6 1.60 43.2 1.70 3207 2155 3202 2152 40D5 40W5 406 16 185## 3/0 (19) 43.9 1.73 46.7 1.84 3874 2603 4155 2792 45D6 45W6 432 17 210 4/0 (19) 49.7 1.96 52.5 2.07 4934 3315 5252 3529 50D8 50W8 483 19 235

(CE Code table 2)

(CE Code table 2***)

Insulation Colour Code:3 Conductors – Black, red, White #14 to #24 Conductors – Black, red, Blue, White #14 to #2Black Insulation, white printed numbers #1 and larger

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†CE Code rule 12-712(3).

††See page 38 for direct buried ampacity.

†††See page 42 for direct buried ampacity.

Connectors (Nexans Catalogue No.) Wet or Minimum† Ampacity Size** Approximate Diameter Approximate Net Cable Weight Dry Hazardous Bending 30°C AWG or Over Sheath Over PVC Jacket Without Jacket With PVC Jacket Location Location Radius Ambient kcmil mm in mm in kg/km lbs/kft kg/km lbs/kft Type D Type W mm in (amps)

SINGlE AlUMINUM CoNDUCTor 1/0 (18) 19.1 .75 21.8 .86 331 223 454 305 20D3 20W3 203 8 190 2/0 (18) 19.6 .77 22.4 .88 380 255 506 340 20D3 20W3 203 8 220 3/0 (18) 20.3 .80 23.1 .91 435 292 566 380 20D3 20W3 229 9 255 4/0 (18) 20.8 .82 23.4 .92 497 334 640 430 20D3 20W3 229 9 300 250 (35) 24.1 .95 26.9 1.06 604 406 759 510 25D3 25W3 254 10 330 300 (35) 25.1 .99 27.7 1.09 687 462 848 570 25D3 25W3 254 10 375 350 (35) 25.3 1.00 27.9 1.10 756 508 930 625 25D3 25W3 254 10 415 400 (35) 29.7 1.17 32.3 1.27 928 624 1116 750 30D4 30W4 305 12 450 500 (35) 30.3 1.19 33.0 1.30 1074 722 1281 861 30D4 30W4 305 12 515 600 (35) 35.1 1.38 37.6 1.48 1326 891 1548 1040 35D5 35W5 356 14 585 750 (58) 35.7 1.40 38.3 1.51 1561 1049 1802 1211 35D5 35W5 360 14 670 1000 (58) 40.3 1.59 43.5 1.71 2025 1361 2358 1584 40D5 40W5 381 15 800 #1250 (91) 45.7 1.80 48.0 1.89 2529 1700 2820 1895 45D6 45W6 457 18 905 THrEE AlUMINUM CoNDUCTorS 6 (7) 20.8 .82 23.4 .92 321 216 454 305 20D3 20W3 229 9 55## 4 (7) 24.1 .95 26.9 1.06 425 286 580 390 25D3 25W3 254 10 65 2 (7) 29.2 1.15 31.8 1.25 641 431 826 555 30D4 30W4 305 12 95## 1 (7) 33.5 1.32 36.3 1.43 816 548 1027 690 35D5 35W5 330 13 105 1/0 (18) 35.1 1.38 37.6 1.48 925 622 1146 770 35D5 35W5 356 14 120 2/0 (18) 38.9 1.53 41.7 1.64 1141 767 1391 935 40D5 40W5 381 15 145 3/0 (18) 40.6 1.60 43.2 1.70 1310 881 1570 1055 40D5 40W5 406 16 165 4/0 (18) 43.7 1.72 46.2 1.82 1566 1053 1845 1240 45D6 45W6 432 17 185## 250 (35) 48.5 1.91 51.3 2.02 1990 1337 2299 1545 50D8 50W8 483 19 215 300 (35) 50.3 1.98 53.1 2.09 2248 1511 2575 1730 50D8 50W8 483 19 240 350 (35) 56.4 2.22 59.2 2.33 2560 1720 2924 1965 N/a N/a 533 21 260 400 (35) 56.4 2.22 59.2 2.33 2813 1890 3177 2135 N/a N/a 533 21 290 500 (35) 63.0 2.48 65.8 2.59 3441 2312 3847 2585 N/a N/a 610 24 330 Insulation Colour Code:1 Conductor – Black3 Conductors – Black, red, White #14 to #2Black Insulation, white printed numbers #1 and larger


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## for 3-wire 120/240 v and 120/208 v service conductors for single dwellings, or for feeder conductors supplying single dwelling units of row housing, of apartments and similar buildings, and sized in accordance with rules 8-200(1), 8-200(2) and 8-202(1), the allowable ampacity for sizes No. 6, No. 2 and No. 4/0 aWG shall be 60 a, 100 a and 200 a respectively. In this case, the 5% adjustment of rule 8-106(1) cannot be applied.

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Insulation Colour Code:Black, red, Blue, White #14 to #2Black insulation with white printed numbers #1 and larger.

Connectors (Nexans Catalogue No.) Wet or Minimum† Ampacity** Size Approximate Diameter Approximate Net Cable Weight Dry Hazardous Bending 30°C AWG or Over Sheath Over PVC Jacket Without Jacket With PVC Jacket Location Location Radius Ambient kcmil mm in mm in kg/km lbs/kft kg/km lbs/kft Type D Type W mm in (amps)

foUr AlUMINUM CoNDUCTorS 6 (7) 23.9 .94 26.4 1.04 435 292 588 395 25D3 25W3 254 10 55# 4 (7) 25.7 1.01 28.2 1.11 543 365 707 475 25D3 25W3 254 10 65 2 (7) 33.0 1.30 36.1 1.42 885 595 1094 735 35D5 35W5 330 13 95# 1 (18) 35.6 1.40 38.1 1.50 1489 1000 1265 850 35D5 35W5 330 13 105 1/0 (18) 39.4 1.55 41.9 1.65 1274 865 1525 1025 40D5 40W5 356 14 120 2/0 (18) 41.1 1.62 43.7 1.72 1471 989 1734 1165 40D5 40W5 381 15 145 3/0 (18) 44.2 1.74 46.7 1.84 1749 1175 2031 1365 45D6 45W6 406 16 165 4/0 (18) 48.8 1.92 51.6 2.03 2130 1431 2441 1640 50D8 50W8 432 17 185# 250 (35) 56.4 2.22 59.2 2.33 2501 1680 2865 1925 N/a N/a 483 19 215 300 (35) 54.4 2.22 59.2 2.33 2836 1905 3200 2150 N/a N/a 533 21 240 350 (35) 63.0 2.48 65.8 2.59 3293 2212 3698 2485 N/a N/a 610 24 260 400 (35) 63.0 2.48 65.8 2.59 3627 2437 4033 2710 N/a N/a 610 24 290 500 (35 ) 71.1 2.80 73.9 2.91 4796 3223 5253 3530 N/a N/a 686 27 330

(CE Code table 4***)

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#for 3-wire 120/240 v and 120/208 v service conductors for single dwellings, or for feeder conductors supplying single dwelling units of row housing, of apartments and similar buildings, and sized in accordance with rules 8-200(1), 8-200(2) and 8-202(1), the allowable ampacity for sizes No. 6, No. 2, and No. 4/0 aWG shall be 60 a, 100 a and 200 a respectively. In this case, the 5% adjustment of rule 8-106(1) cannot be applied.

†CE Code rule 12-712(3).

**assuming 4th conductor is the neutral of a balanced 3-phase 4 wire system. Other sizes available upon request.

***See page 42 for direct buried ampacity.

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Accessories for CorflEx* II rA90 (xlPE) 600 VoltsCopper or ACM Aluminum Conductors


Cable Support Connector (Nexans Cat. No.) Size Knockout No With(Type D Hub Opening PVC PVC or W) Size mm in Jacket Jacket

13 1/2 22 7/8 CS6 CS6 16 1/2 22 7/8 CS6 CS7 20 3/4 29 11/8 CS10 CS10 25 3/4 29 11/8 CS12 CS13 30 1 35 13/8 CS14 CS14 35 11/4 44 13/4 CS15 CS16 40 11/4 44 13/4 CS17 CS18 45 11/2 51 2 CS19 CS19 50 2 64 21/2 CS20 CS21

Hub, Knockout and Aluminum Clip Sizes

Clip Dimensions (mm)No. “O” “W”

CS7 19.4 25.4CS10 19.4 25.4CS12 23.0 25.4CS13 29.3 25.4CS14 32.5 25.4CS15 35.7 25.4CS16 39.3 25.4CS17 42.4 25.4CS18 45.6 25.4CS19 48.8 25.4CS20 52.3 25.4

**Diameter of hole (D) = 6.65mmfor all CS clips

CS Clipsaluminum clips for round cables

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Splice Kits for CorflEx* II Cables

Materials for a 600/1000 volt kit should include:• Suitable compression connector for

copper or aluminum conductors• Cleaning fluid• Sandcloth• Scotch 130C splicing tape• Scotch No. 33 vinyl plastic tape• Tinned copper braid straps• Hose clamps• Heat shrink tube to replace PVC

jacket• Installation instructions

Typical Single Conductor CorflEx Splice

Hose clamps(3 required at

each end)

Heat shinkable sleeve

Copper braid strap

Self-fusing insulating tape

Connector

X-linked polyethylene

cable insulation

Corrugated aluminum

sheath

PvC jacket

Materials required

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Steps for Terminating CorflEx* II with Type “D” Dry location Connector

1.Pencil indicates relative location to cut the sheath. Score line with knife “squarely” around cable where the sheath is to be cut.

2.Carefully cut through the raised helix using a fine-tooth hacksaw (24t). Be careful not to cut into the cable insulation.

3.Crack scored sheath by gently bending back and forth. Slick off the burr with knife edge. Pull off the sheath, slightly rotating in direction of conductor lay.


4.If the cable has a PvC jacket, cut the jacket back to the length of the connector barrel.

5.Slip the body over the cable. Carefully thread the connector onto the sheath and turn by hand until the end of the sheath binds against the internal shoulder. tighten by hand only.

6.type “D” connector has a “one unit” body with internal threading matched to the profile of the sheath.

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Steps for Terminating CorflEx* II with Type “W” Moisture Proof or Submersible Connector

1.Cut and remove a small section of the jacket at desired location of cable sheath end.

2.Score and cut the sheath (as per dry connector instructions). Slide unwanted sheath off conductor(s).

3.Cut back the jacket for the length of the connector body only.


4.Place the packing nut and sealing grommet onto cable, ensuring that the grommet is completely over the PvC jacket.

5.thread the connector body onto the sheath and turn by hand only until the sheath binds against the internal shoulder. tighten by hand only.

6.thread the packing nut onto the body and tighten sufficiently to begin squeezing the grommet out from under the packing nut.

7.When connecting to a plate, ensure a rubber gasket is placed between the connector and the outside surface of the plate.

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Voltage Drop THE “K” fACTor TABlE (page 32) gives voltage drop per 1000 ampere-metres for wire in magnetic (steel) or non-magnetic (e.g. aluminum, PvC, etc.) conduits. Examples of its use are given on page 33.

K factors are calculated for 60–75°C wire temperature since this is an estimate of the average temperature at which a circuit operates in service.

for circuits known to be operating at 90°C, multiply the voltage drop by 1.102 for copper and 1.105 for aluminum.

the table is based on Three Phase Line-to-Neutral voltage. for circuits operating on other systems, the following COrrECtION faCtOr (ƒ) should be included in the calculation. to correct voltage drop per 1000 metres to voltage drop per 1000 feet, multiply by 0.3048.

CorrectionSystems factor (f)

1 PHaSE 2 WIrE (120 v branch circuits) 2

1 PHaSE 3 WIrE (240 v residential circuits) 2

1 PHaSE 3 WIrE Line to Line 2

3 PHaSE 3 WIrE Line to Line 1.73

3 PHaSE 4 WIrE Line to Line 1.73

3 PHaSE 4 WIrE Line to Neutral 1

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Voltage Drop Estimating Tablefor three conductor cables or three single conductor cables in conduit.

“K” factor — Line-to-neutral voltage drop per ampere per circuit kilometre.

Size AWG COPPER ALUMINUM or Magnetic Conduit or Armour Non-Magnetic Conduit or Armour Magnetic Conduit or Armour Non-Magnetic Conduit or Armour kcmil 80% P.F. 90% P.F. 100% P.F. 80% P.F. 90% P.F. 100% P.F. 80% P.F. 90% P.F. 100% P.F. 80% P.F. 90% P.F. 100% P.F.

14 8.329 9.341 10.320 8.296 9.304 10.280 12 5.265 5.896 6.496 5.244 5.873 6.470 10 3.335 3.726 4.087 3.322 3.711 4.070 8 2.134 2.374 2.582 2.118 2.355 2.562 3.453 3.858 4.231 3.440 3.843 4.214 6 1.368 1.512 1.625 1.357 1.500 1.612 2.198 2.445 2.662 2.191 2.438 2.654 4 0.882 0.966 1.021 0.875 0.959 1.013 1.410 1.561 1.682 1.403 1.553 1.674 3 0.711 0.775 0.810 0.706 0.769 0.804 1.130 1.246 1.334 1.125 1.241 1.328 2 0.575 0.623 0.642 0.573 0.620 0.639 0.908 0.997 1.058 0.903 0.992 1.053 1 0.469 0.503 0.509 0.467 0.501 0.507 0.733 0.800 0.839 0.729 0.796 0.835 1/0 0.383 0.407 0.404 0.381 0.405 0.402 0.592 0.642 0.665 0.592 0.642 0.665 2/0 0.314 0.330 0.320 0.314 0.330 0.320 0.480 0.517 0.527 0.480 0.517 0.527 3/0 0.260 0.270 0.254 0.260 0.270 0.254 0.392 0.418 0.418 0.392 0.418 0.418 4/0 0.218 0.223 0.203 0.217 0.222 0.201 0.321 0.339 0.332 0.321 0.339 0.332 250 0.193 0.195 0.172 0.192 0.194 0.171 0.280 0.293 0.281 0.280 0.293 0.281 300 0.171 0.170 0.145 0.169 0.169 0.144 0.242 0.250 0.234 0.242 0.250 0.234 350 0.155 0.153 0.127 0.153 0.151 0.124 0.216 0.221 0.203 0.214 0.220 0.201 400 0.142 0.139 0.112 0.141 0.137 0.110 0.195 0.198 0.177 0.193 0.196 0.176 500 0.126 0.121 0.093 0.123 0.118 0.089 0.167 0.168 0.145 0.165 0.165 0.142 600 0.115 0.109 0.080 0.112 0.105 0.076 0.148 0.146 0.122 0.146 0.144 0.119 750 0.101 0.094 0.064 0.105 0.098 0.069 0.131 0.127 0.101 0.132 0.129 0.102 1000 0.096 0.088 0.058 0.090 0.082 0.051 0.114 0.108 0.081 0.110 0.104 0.076

Note: In general, the voltage drop on an aluminum conductor is approximately the same as that for a copper conductor two gauge sizes smaller. for non-metallic sheathed cables, use K factor for non-magnetic conduit or armour. (for other than 3 phase, 4 wire line to neutral voltage drop, multiply K factor above by the ƒ factors shown on page 31.)

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Examples of Voltage Drop Calculations

K (from table on page 32) x ƒ (factor on page 31) x Current (amps) x length of run (metres)Voltage Drop (volts) = 1000

Actual voltage drop (volts)% Voltage Drop (volts) = x 100 Actual circuit voltage

Example 1: It is required to run a 120 volts, single phase circuit 70 m long, carrying 20 amps.

What size of copper NMD90 cable should be used if maximum voltage drop required is 3%?

Allowable Vd = 3% x 120 3.6 volts.

voltage drop x 1000required K = f x amps x metres

3.6 x 1000 = = 1.28 2.0 x 20 x 70

from the table for copper conductors in non-magnetic conduit (assuming 100% power factor), the smallest conductor size that does not exceed K = 1.28 volts/1000 amp m. is a No. 4 AWG (K = 1.013).

What size of wire would be required to give a 2% drop?

Allowable Vd = 2% x 347 6.9 volts.

voltage drop x 1000Maximum K = f x amps x metres

6.9 x 1000 = = .23 1.0 x 170 x 180

from the table, select #4/0 AWG copper wire (K = .222).

Example 2: a 347/600 volt 3 phase, 4 wire system is required to carry 170 amps a total run of 180 m. #2/0 aWG copper rW90 in aluminum conduit is proposed.

What would be the resulting line to neutral voltage drop, assuming a 90% power factor?

K x f x amps x metresVoltage drop = 1000

0.330 x 1.0 x 170 x 180 = 1000

= 10.1 volts to ground.

as a percentage, this voltage drop is10.1 x 100 = 2.9%347

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CorflEx* II Cable Derating Due to Sheath Currents

When single conductor metal sheathed cables carrying over 425 amps are installed with both ends of the sheath bonded, derating of the cable is normally required (ref. Canadian Electrical Code Part I rule 4-008 and appendix B) due to the heating effect of sheath currents.

the following curves show the recommended current carrying capacity for COrfLEX* II cables operating with sheath currents flowing.

the “Calculated ratings (no sheath currents)” curves show the calculated current required to obtain full 90°C conductor operating temperature, and illustrate the margin of safety available in the COrfLEX* II design over Code ratings (tables 1 and 3).


Aluminum Conductors

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Corflex* II Cable Derating Due to Sheath Currents

When single conductor metal sheathedcables carrying over 425 amps areinstalled with both ends of the sheathbonded, derating of the cable isnormally required (Ref. CanadianElectrical Code Part I Rule 4-008 andAppendix B) due to the heating effectof sheath currents.

The following curves show therecommended current carryingcapacity for Corflex* II cablesoperating with sheath currents flowing.

The “Calculated Ratings (no sheathcurrents)” curves show the calculatedcurrent required to obtain full 90°Cconductor operating temperature, andillustrate the margin of safety availablein the Corflex* II design over Coderatings (Tables 1 and 3).

* Registered Trademark of Nexans Canada Inc.

Aluminum Conductors

1/0 2/0 3/0 4/0 250 300 350 400 500 600 700 750 800 900 1000

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Calculated Ratings


Calculated Ratings


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Code Ratings


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CB

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Single Phase Three Phase

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recommended Configurationsfor installation of single conductor cables IN frEE AIr

ATTENTIoNonly these configurations are recommended by Nexans to obtain satsifactory load sharing.Spacing between cables is one cable diameter (2 diameters centre to centre) for Canadian Electric Code table 1 or 3 ratings. for 1/C cables direct buried, embedded in concrete or plaster see pages 37 and 38. for 1/C cables in underground or embedded duct see pages 39 and 40.

the installation of more than four conductors in parallel per phase without engineering analysis is not recommended.Neutral conductors to be located outside of the above groups in the most convenient manner.S = Spacing between groups to be equal to width of group.

Three Conductors per Phase

four Conductors per Phase

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Ampacity rating and recommended Configurationsfor installation of single conductor CoPPEr cables IN DIrECT BUrIAl

Types rWU90, rA90, TECK90, ACWU90, 0 to 5 kVATTENTIoN – only these configurations are recommended by Nexans to obtain satisfactory load sharing and ampacity. See C.E.C. Code rules 4-004, 8-104, 12-012, Appendix B, Appendix Tables D8A and D8B.

Notes

the ampacities in the tables on this page are based on the following conditions:– 100% load factor– ambient soil temperature of 20°C– Soil resistivity of 90°C–cm/W– Conductor temperature of 90°C– Spacing between conductor centres of 190mm and 610mm between groups– Burial depth of 915mm to centre of top cable layer– Open circuit sheath/shield operationNeutral conductors to be located outside of the above groups in the most convenient manner.

Size AWG Detail 1 Detail 2 Detail 3 Detail 4 Detail 5 Detail 6 Detail 7or kcmil 100% 80% 100% 80% 100% 80% 100% 80% 100% 80% 100% 80%

1/0 208 172 208 172 208 172 203 172 208 172 165 179 172 2/0 242 200 242 200 242 200 229 200 242 200 186 202 200 3/0 280 231 280 231 280 231 258 231 280 231 210 228 4/0 327 270 327 270 327 270 291 270 315 270 236 256 250 361 298 361 298 361 298 317 298 343 298 256 278 350 450 371 450 371 450 371 375 371 408 371 304 331 500 561 462 561 462 561 462 452 489 462 365 396 600 629 518 629 518 629 518 491 534 518 397 433 750 718 592 718 592 718 592 554 596 592 447 482 1000 850 700 846 700 846 700 627 683 505 551 1250 960 791 935 791 935 791 691 753 556 607 1500 1071 882 1011 882 1011 882 746 813 600 655 1750 1165 959 1078 959 1078 959 793 865 637 696 2000 1250 1029 1133 1029 1133 1029 832 909 669 730Notes1. allowable current for 90°C rated single copper conductors with spacings directly buried in earth, subject to Subrules 4-004(13) and (14), where: (a) the load is continuous, and (b) either end terminates at a service box, fusible switch, circuit

breaker, or panelboard.2. the columns with the heading “80%” indicate that the equipment identified in 1(b) is not marked as certified to carry its ampere rating continuously.3. the columns with the heading “100%” indicate

that the equipment identified in 1(b) is marked as certified to carry its ampere rating continuously.4. the ampacities provided in the table are the lesser of: (a) the value obtained in accordance with Rule 4-004(1)(d); or (b) the value obtained in accordance with rule 8-104(7).

Size AWG Detail 1 Detail 2 Detail 3 Detail 4 Detail 5 Detail 6 Detail 7or kcmil

1/0 245 245 245 203 220 165 179 2/0 285 285 285 229 248 186 202 3/0 330 330 330 258 280 210 228 4/0 385 385 385 291 315 236 256 250 425 421 425 317 343 256 278 350 530 500 520 375 408 304 331 500 660 605 630 452 489 365 396 600 740 659 682 491 534 397 433 750 845 745 775 554 596 447 482 1000 980 846 890 627 683 505 551 1250 1083 935 985 691 753 556 607 1500 1176 1011 1068 746 813 600 655 1750 1257 1078 1140 793 865 637 696 2000 1325 1133 1200 832 909 669 730Note1. allowable current for 90°C rated single copper conductors with spacings directly buried in earth, subject to Subrules 4-004(13) and (14), where: (a) for any load, the cable terminates at equipment of any type other than a service box, fusible switch, circuit breaker, or panelboard; or (b) the

load is non-continuous and either end of the cable terminates at a service box, fusible switch, circuit breaker, or panelboard.2. the ampacities provided in the tables are the lesser of: (a) the value obtained in accordance with Rule 4-004(1)(d); or (b) the value obtained in accordance with rule 8-104(7).

1 Cable/Phase 2 Cables/Phase 2 Cables/Phase 4 Cables/Phase 4 Cables/Phase 6 Cables/Phase 6 Cables/Phase

a B C a B C C B a a B C C B a a B C C B a a B C C B a a B C C B a a B C C B a →← 190mm →← 610mm →← 610mm →← 610mm O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O

Detail 1 Detail 2 Detail 3 Detail 4 Detail 5 Detail 6 Detail 7

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Ampacity rating and recommended Configurationsfor installation of single conductor AlUMINUM cables IN DIrECT BUrIAl


Notes

the ampacities in the tables on this page are based on the following conditions:– 100% load factor– ambient soil temperature of 20°C– Soil resistivity of 90°C–cm/W– Conductor temperature of 90°C– Spacing between conductor centres of 190mm and 610mm between groups– Burial depth of 915mm to centre of top cable layer– Open circuit sheath/shield operationNeutral conductors to be located outside of the above groups in the most convenient manner.

Size AWG Detail 1 Detail 2 Detail 3 Detail 4 Detail 5 Detail 6 Detail 7or kcmil 100% 80% 100% 80% 100% 80% 100% 80% 100% 80% 100% 80%

1/0 162 133 162 133 162 133 158 133 162 133 129 140 133 2/0 187 154 187 154 187 154 178 154 187 154 145 157 154 3/0 217 179 217 179 217 179 201 179 217 179 163 178 4/0 255 210 255 210 255 210 227 210 246 210 183 200 250 281 231 281 231 281 231 247 231 267 231 200 217 350 353 291 353 291 353 291 292 291 318 291 237 258 500 438 361 438 361 438 361 352 383 361 284 309 600 498 410 498 410 498 410 382 419 410 308 340 750 570 469 570 469 570 469 431 469 348 379 1000 680 560 659 560 680 560 488 542 393 437 1250 770 634 750 634 770 634 554 604 446 487 1500 867 714 821 714 865 714 605 660 487 531 1750 956 788 880 788 932 788 647 706 520 568 2000 1037 854 934 854 991 854 686 749 552 602Notes1. allowable current for 90°C rated single aluminum conductors with spacings directly buried in earth, subject to Subrules 4-004(13) and (14), where: (a) the load is continuous, and (b) either end terminates at a service box, fusible switch, circuit breaker, or panelboard.

2. the columns with the heading “80%” indicate that the equipment identified in 1(b) is not marked as certified to carry its ampere rating continuously.3. the columns with the heading “100%” indicate that the equipment identified in 1(b) is marked as

certified to carry its ampere rating continuously.4. the ampacities provided in the table are the lesser of: (a) the value obtained in accordance with Rule 4-004(2)(d); or (b) the value obtained in accordance with rule 8-104(7).

Size AWG Detail 1 Detail 2 Detail 3 Detail 4 Detail 5 Detail 6 Detail 7or kcmil

1/0 190 190 190 158 171 129 140 2/0 220 220 220 178 193 145 157 3/0 255 255 255 201 218 163 178 4/0 300 300 300 227 246 183 200 250 330 328 330 247 267 200 217 350 415 390 410 292 318 237 258 500 515 471 495 352 383 284 309 600 585 513 541 382 419 308 340 750 665 580 610 431 469 348 379 1000 780 659 710 488 542 393 437 1250 868 750 790 554 604 446 487 1500 952 821 865 605 660 487 531 1750 1027 880 932 647 706 520 568 2000 1094 934 991 686 749 552 602Note1. allowable current for 90°C rated single aluminum conductors with spacings directly buried in earth, subject to Subrules 4-004(13) and (14), where: (a) for any load, the cable terminates at equipment of any type other than a service box, fusible switch, circuit breaker, or panelboard; or (b) the load is

non-continuous and either end of the cable terminates at a service box, fusible switch, circuit breaker, or panelboard.2. the ampacities provided in the table are the lesser of: (a) the value obtained in accordance with rule 4-004(2)(d); or (b) the value obtained in accordance with rule 8-104(7).

1 Cable/Phase 2 Cables/Phase 2 Cables/Phase 4 Cables/Phase 4 Cables/Phase 6 Cables/Phase 6 Cables/Phase

a B C a B C C B a a B C C B a a B C C B a a B C C B a a B C C B a a B C C B a →← 190mm →← 610mm →← 610mm →←610mm O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O

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Ampacity rating and recommended Configurationsfor installation of single conductor CoPPEr cables IN UNDErGroUND DUCTS

Types rW90, rWU90 cable rated 0 to 5 kVATTENTIoN – only these configurations are recommended by Nexans to obtain satisfactory load sharing and ampacity. See C.E.C. Code rules 4-004, 8-104, 12-012, Appendix B, Appendix Tables D10A and D10B.

Notes

the ampacities in the tables on this page are based on the following conditions:– 100% load factor– ambient soil temperature of 20°C– Concrete thermal resistivity of 85°C–cm/W– Conductor temperature of 90°C– Spacing between duct centres of 190mm (i.e. one cable per duct)– top of ductbank at 760 mm below surface– 125mm ductNeutral conductors to be located outside of the above groups in the most convenient manner.

Size AWG Detail 1 Detail 2 Detail 3 Detail 4or kcmil 100% 80% 100% 80%

1/0 208 172 201 172 159 146 2/0 242 200 228 200 180 164 3/0 280 231 260 231 204 186 4/0 327 270 296 270 231 211 250 361 298 325 298 252 230 350 450 371 391 371 303 275 500 561 462 475 462 364 330 600 621 518 521 518 404 365 750 706 592 589 448 406 1000 823 700 682 526 474 1250 920 791 759 571 515 1500 1004 882 824 618 556 1750 1077 959 880 659 592 2000 1139 1029 928 692 622Notes1. allowable current for 90°C rated single copper conductors with spacings installed in nonmetallic underground raceways, subject to Subrules 4-004(13) and (14), where: (a) the load is continuous, and (b) either end terminates at

a service box, fusible switch, circuit breaker, or panelboard.2. the columns with the heading “80%” indicate that the equipment identified in 1(b) is not marked as certified to carry its ampere rating continuously.

3. the columns with the heading “100%” indicate that the equipment identified in 1(b) is marked as certified to carry its ampere rating continuously.4. the ampacities provided in the table are the lesser of: (a) the value obtained in accordance with Rule 4-004(1)(d); or (b) the value obtained in accordance with rule 8-104(7).

Size AWG Detail 1 Detail 2 Detail 3 Detail 4or kcmil

1/0 231 201 159 146 2/0 264 228 180 164 3/0 301 260 204 186 4/0 345 296 231 211 250 379 325 252 230 350 461 391 303 275 500 564 475 364 330 600 621 521 404 365 750 706 589 448 406 1000 823 682 526 474 1250 920 759 571 515 1500 1004 824 618 556 1750 1077 880 659 592 2000 1139 928 692 622Note1. allowable current for 90°C rated single copper conductors with spacings installed in nonmetallic underground raceway, subject to Subrules 4-004(13) and (14), where: (a) for any load, the cable terminates at equipment of any type other than a service box, fusible switch, circuit breaker,

or panelboard; or (b) the load is non-continuous and either end of the cable terminates at a service box, fusible switch, circuit breaker, or panelboard.2.the ampacities provided in the table are the lesser of: (a) the value obtined in accordance with Rule 4-004(1)(d); or (b) the value obtained in accordance with rule 8-104(7).

1 Cable/Phase 2 Cables/Phase 4 Cables/Phase 6 Cables/Phase

a B C a B C a B C a B C C B a O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O

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Ampacity rating and recommended Configurationsfor installation of single conductor AlUMINUM cables IN UNDErGroUND DUCTS


Notes

the ampacities in the tables on this page are based on the following conditions:– 100% load factor– ambient soil temperature of 20°C– Concrete thermal resistivity of 85°C–cm/W– Conductor temperature of 90°C– Spacing between duct centres of 190mm (i.e. one cable per duct)– top of ductbank at 760mm below surface– 125mm ductNeutral conductors to be located outside of the above groups in the most convenient manner.

Size AWG Detail 1 Detail 2 Detail 3 Detail 4or kcmil 100% 80% 100% 80%

1/0 162 133 157 133 123 114 2/0 187 154 178 154 140 128 3/0 217 179 203 179 158 145 4/0 255 210 231 210 180 164 250 281 231 253 231 197 179 350 353 291 306 291 236 213 500 438 361 372 361 283 257 600 488 410 409 314 284 750 556 469 464 349 315 1000 653 560 541 409 370 1250 738 634 608 457 413 1500 813 714 667 501 452 1750 880 788 719 538 484 2000 940 854 766 571 513Notes1. allowable current for 90°C rated single aluminum conductors with spacings installed in nonmetallic underground raceways, subject to Subrules 4-004(13) and (14), where: (a) the load is continuous, and (b) either end terminates at a service box, fusible switch, circuit breaker, or panelboard.


certified to carry its ampere rating continuously.4. the ampacities provided in thetable are the lesser of: (a) the value obtained in accordance with Rule 4-004(2)(d); or (b) the value obtained in accordance with rule 8-104(7).

Size AWG Detail 1 Detail 2 Detail 3 Detail 4or kcmil

1/0 180 157 123 114 2/0 205 178 140 128 3/0 235 203 158 145 4/0 269 231 180 164 250 296 253 197 179 350 360 306 236 213 500 442 372 283 257 600 488 409 314 284 750 556 464 349 315 1000 653 541 409 370 1250 738 608 457 413 1500 813 667 501 452 1750 880 719 538 484 2000 940 766 571 513Noteallowable current for 90°C rated single aluminum conductors with spacings installed in nonmetallic underground raceway, subject to Subrules 4-004(13) and (14), where: (a) for any load, the cable terminates at equipment of any type other than a service box, fusible switch, circuit breaker, or

panelboard; or (b) the load is non-continuous and either end of the cable terminates at a service box, fusible switch, circuit breaker, or panelboard.2. the ampacities provided in the table are the lesser of: (a) the value obtained in accordance with rule 4-004(2)(d); or (b) the value obtained in accordance with rule 8-104(7).

1 Cable/Phase 2 Cables/Phase 4 Cables/Phase 6 Cables/Phase

a B C a B C a B C a B C C B a O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O

Detail 1 Detail 2 Detail 3 Detail 4

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Ampacity rating and recommended Configurationsfor installation of three-conductor CoPPEr or three-grouped single conductor CoPPEr cables IN DIrECT BUrIAl


Notes

the ampacities in the tables on this page are based on the following conditions:– 100% load factor– ambient soil temperature of 20°C– Soil resistivity of 90°C–cm/W– Conductor temperature of 90°C– Spacing between the centre of 3/C cables or groups of 1/C cables is 190mm– Burial depth of 915mm to centre of 3/C cables or groups of 1/C cables– Open circuit sheath/shield operation-- Neutral conductor(s), if required should be included with each group of phase conductors shown (ie: use 4/C cable or 4x1/C cables.)

Size AWG Detail 1 Detail 2 Detail 3 Detail 4 Detail 5 Detail 6or kcmil 100% 80% 100% 80% 100% 80% 100% 80%

1/0 208 172 208 172 186 172 174 172 164 157 2/0 242 200 235 200 209 200 195 184 176 3/0 281 231 266 231 236 231 220 207 198 4/0 327 270 306 270 271 270 253 237 227 250 361 298 326 298 288 268 252 242 350 451 371 397 371 350 326 306 293 500 561 462 460 404 375 352 337 600 629 518 502 440 408 383 366 750 667 592 556 486 450 421 403 1000 758 700 628 548 508 475 454 1250 831 791 682 593 547 511 488 1500 889 882 727 630 581 542 517 1750 927 755 653 602 561 535 2000 962 781 674 621 578 552Notes1. allowable current for 90°C rated multiple copper conductor cables, or single copper conductors in contact, or multiplexed single copper conductors, directly buried in earth, subject to Subrules 4-004(13) and (14), where: (a) the load is continuous, and (b) either end terminates at a service box, fusible switch, circuit breaker, or panelboard.


certified to carry its ampere rating continuously.4. the ampacities provided in the table are the lesser of: (a) the value obtained in accordance with Rule 4-004(1)(d); or (b) the value obtained in accordance with rule 8-104(7).

Size AWG Detail 1 Detail 2 Detail 3 Detail 4 Detail 5 Detail 6or kcmil

1/0 243 209 186 174 164 157 2/0 274 235 209 195 184 176 3/0 311 266 236 220 207 198 4/0 360 306 271 253 237 227 250 383 326 288 268 252 242 350 470 397 350 326 306 293 500 548 460 404 375 352 337 600 600 502 440 408 383 366 750 667 556 486 450 421 403 1000 758 628 548 508 475 454 1250 831 682 593 547 511 488 1500 889 727 630 581 542 517 1750 927 755 653 602 561 535 2000 962 781 674 621 578 552Note1. allowable current for 90°C rated multiple copper conductor cables, or single conductors in contact, or multiplexed single copper conductors, directly buried in earth, subject to Subrules 4-004(13) and (14), where: (a) for any load, the cable terminates at equipment of any type other than a service box, fusible switch, circuit breaker,

or panelboard; or (b) the load is non-continuous and either end of the cable terminates at a service box, fusible switch, circuit breaker, or panelboard.2. the ampacities provided in th table are the lesser of: (a) the value obtained in accordaance with Rule 4-004(1)(d); or (b) the value obtained in accordance with rule 8-104(7).

1 Cable/Phase 2 Cables/Phase 3 Cables/Phase 4 Cables/Phase 5 Cables/Phase 6 Cables/Phase

a a a a a a O O O O O O B OO C B OO C B OO C B OO C B OO C B OO C ← 190mm → ← 190mm → ← 190mm → ← 190mm → ← 190mm →

Detail 1 Detail 2 Detail 3 Detail 4 Detail 5 Detail 6

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Ampacity rating and recommended Configurationsfor installation of three-conductor AlUMINUM or three-grouped single conductor AlUMINUM cables IN DIrECT BUrIAl


Notes

the ampacities in the tables on this page are based on the following conditions:– 100% load factor– ambient soil temperature of 20°C– Soil resistivity of 90°C–cm/W– Conductor temperature of 90°C– Spacing between the centre of 3/C cables or groups of 1/C cables is 190mm– Burial depth of 915mm to centre of 3/C cables or groups of 1/C cables– Open circuit sheath/shield operation-- Neutral conductor(s), if required, should be included with each group of phase conductors as shown (ie: use 4/C cable or 4x1/C cables).

Size AWG Detail 1 Detail 2 Detail 3 Detail 4 Detail 5 Detail 6or kcmil 100% 80% 100% 80% 100% 80% 100% 80%

1/0 162 133 162 133 146 133 137 133 129 124 2/0 187 154 186 154 166 154 155 154 146 140 3/0 217 179 207 179 184 179 171 161 154 4/0 255 210 238 210 211 210 197 185 177 250 281 231 258 231 229 213 200 192 350 353 291 309 291 273 254 238 228 500 438 361 370 361 325 302 283 271 600 486 410 406 356 330 309 296 750 540 469 450 393 364 341 326 1000 613 560 508 444 411 384 367 1250 684 634 562 488 451 421 402 1500 734 714 600 520 480 448 427 1750 774 631 545 503 469 447 2000 809 657 567 522 487 464Notes1. allowable current for 90°C rated multiple aluminum conductor cables, or single aluminum conductors in contact, or multiplexed single aluminum conductors, directly buried in earth, subject to Subrules 4-004(13) and (14), where: (a) the load is continuous, and (b) either end terminates at a service box, fusible switch, circuit


that the equipment identified in 1(b) is marked as certified to carry its ampere rating continuously.4. the ampacities provided in the table are the lesser of: (a) the value obtained in accordance with Rule 4-004(2)(d); or (b) the value obtained in accordance with rule 8-104(7).


1/0 190 164 146 137 129 124 2/0 217 186 166 155 146 140 3/0 242 207 184 171 161 154 4/0 280 238 211 197 185 177 250 304 258 229 213 200 192 350 366 309 273 254 238 228 500 440 370 325 302 283 271 600 486 406 356 330 309 296 750 540 450 393 364 341 326 1000 613 508 444 411 384 367 1250 684 562 488 451 421 402 1500 734 600 520 480 448 427 1750 774 631 545 503 469 447 2000 809 657 567 522 487 464Note1. allowable current for 90°C rated multiple aluminum conductor cables, or single aluminum conductors in contact, or multiplexed single aluminum conductors, directly buried in earth, subject to Subrules 4-004(13) and (14), where: (a) for any load, the cable terminates at equipment of any type other than a service box, fusible

switch, circuit breaker, or panelboard; or (b) the load is non-continuous and either end of the cable terminates at a service box, fusible switch, circuit breaker, or panelboard.2. the ampacities provided in the table are the lesser of: (a) the value obtained in accordance with Rule 4-004(2)(d); or (b) the value obtained in accordance with rule 8-104(7).


a a a a a a O O O O O O B OO C B OO C B OO C B OO C B OO C B OO C ← 190mm → ← 190mm → ← 190mm → ← 190mm → ← 190mm →


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Ampacity rating and recommended Configurationsfor installation of three-conductor CoPPEr or three single conductor CoPPEr cables IN UNDErGroUND DUCTS


Notes

the ampacities in the tables on this page are based on the following conditions:– 100% load factor– ambient soil temperature of 20°C– Concrete thermal resistivity of 85°C–cm/W– Conductor temperature of 90°C– Spacing between duct centres of 190mm– top of ductbank at 760mm below surface– 125mm ductNeutral conductors, if required, should be included with each group of phase conductors shown (ie: use 4/C cable or 4x1/C cables).

Size AWG Detail 1 Detail 2 Detail 3 Detail 4 Detail 5 Detail 6or kcmil 100% 80%

1/0 180 172 164 152 141 131 125 2/0 206 200 187 172 160 149 142 3/0 235 232 213 196 181 168 160 4/0 269 242 223 205 190 181 250 298 267 244 225 208 198 350 361 321 293 268 248 235 500 437 386 350 319 294 279 600 480 423 383 349 321 303 750 538 471 425 386 355 335 1000 620 540 485 439 400 380 1250 676 583 521 472 433 408 1500 724 623 555 502 459 434 1750 756 648 576 521 476 449 2000 785 671 596 538 491 463Notes1. allowable current for 90°C rated multiple copper conductor cables, or single copper conductors in contact, or multiplexed single copper conductors, installed in nonmetallic raceway, subject to Subrules 4-004(13) and (14), where: (a) the load is continuous, and (b) either end terminates at a service box, fusible switch, circuit


that the equipment identified in 1(b) is marked as certified to carry its ampere rating continuously.4. the ampacities provided are the lesser of: (a) the value obtained in accordance with Rule 4-004(1)(d); or (b) the value obtained in accordance with rule 8-104(7).


1/0 180 164 152 141 131 125 2/0 206 187 172 160 149 142 3/0 235 213 196 181 168 160 4/0 269 242 223 205 190 181 250 298 267 244 225 208 198 350 361 321 293 268 248 235 500 437 386 350 319 294 279 600 480 423 383 349 321 303 750 538 471 425 386 355 335 1000 620 540 485 439 400 380 1250 676 583 521 472 433 408 1500 724 623 555 502 459 434 1750 756 648 576 521 476 449 2000 785 671 596 538 491 463Note1. allowable current for 90°C rated multiple copper conductor cables, or single copper conductors in contact, or multiplexed single copper conductors, installed in nonmetallic underground raceway, subject to Subrules 4-004(13) and (14), where: (a) for any load, the cable terminates at equipment of any type other than a service box, fusible switch,

circuit breaker, or panelboard; or (b) the load is non-continuous and either end of the cable terminates at a service box, fusible switch, circuit breaker, or panelboard.2. the ampacities provided in the table are the lesser of (a) the value obtained in accordance with rule 4-004(1)(d); or (b) the value obtained in accordance with rule 8-104(7).


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Ampacity rating and recommended Configurationsfor installation of three-conductor AlUMINUM or three single conductor AlUMINUM cables IN UNDErGroUND DUCTS


Notes

the ampacities in the tables on this page are based on the following conditions:– 100% load factor– ambient soil temperature of 20°C– Concrete thermal resistivity of 85°C–cm/W– Conductor temperature of 90°C– Spacing between duct centres of 190mm– top of ductbank at 760mm below surface– 125mm duct-- Neutral conductors, if required, should be included with each group of phase conductors shown (ie: use 4/C cable or 4x1/C cables).

Size AWG Detail 1 Detail 2 Detail 3 Detail 4 Detail 5 Detail 6or kcmil 100% 80%

1/0 142 133 129 119 111 103 99 2/0 163 154 148 136 126 117 112 3/0 186 179 168 155 143 132 126 4/0 214 210 192 177 163 151 143 250 236 231 212 194 178 165 157 350 288 256 233 214 198 187 500 351 310 281 257 237 224 600 388 341 309 281 259 245 750 435 381 344 313 287 271 1000 502 437 392 355 326 307 1250 556 480 429 389 356 336 1500 589 514 458 415 379 358 1750 632 541 481 435 397 375 2000 660 564 501 452 413 389Notes1. allowable current for 90°C rated multiple aluminum conductor cables, or single aluminum conductors in contact, or multiplexed single aluminum conductors, installed in nonmetallic raceway, subject to Subrules 4-004(13) and (14), where: (a) the load is continuous, and (b) either end terminates at a service

box, fusible switch, circuit breaker, or panelboard.2. the columns with the heading “80%” indicate that the equipment identified in 1(b) is not marked as certified to carry its ampere rating continuously.3. the columns with the heading “100%” indicate

that the equipment identified in 1(b) is marked as certified to carry its ampere rating continuously.4. the ampacities provided in the table are the lesser of: (a) the value obtained in accordance with rule 4-004(2)(d); or (b) the value obtained in accordance with rule 8-104(7).


1/0 142 129 119 111 103 99 2/0 163 148 136 126 117 112 3/0 186 168 155 143 132 126 4/0 214 192 177 163 151 143 250 236 212 194 178 165 157 350 288 256 233 214 198 187 500 351 310 281 257 237 224 600 388 341 309 281 259 245 750 435 381 344 313 287 271 1000 502 437 392 355 326 307 1250 556 480 429 389 356 336 1500 589 514 458 415 379 358 1750 632 541 481 435 397 375 2000 660 564 501 452 413 389Note1. allowable current for 90°C rated multiple aluminum conductor cables, or single aluminum conductors installed in nonmetallic underground raceway, subject to Subrules 4-004(13) and (14), where: (a) for any load, the cable terminates at equipment of any type other than a service box,

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Solid Bare Copper and Aluminum Wire

Approximate Net Cable Weight Nominal D.C. Resistance (25°C)

Size of Wire Diameter Area Kg per 1000 m Lbs per 1000 ft Ohms/1000 m Ohms/1000 ft

AWG Cir. Mils mm in mm2 sq in Copper Aluminum Copper Aluminum Copper Aluminum Copper Aluminum

30 100 0.254 .0100 0.051 .000078 0.450 .303 347.0 106.0 29 128 0.287 .0113 0.065 .000100 0.575 .387 272.0 82.8 28 159 0.320 .0126 0.080 .000125 0.715 .481 219 66.6 27 202 0.361 .0142 0.102 .000158 0.908 .610 172 52.4 26 253 0.404 .0159 0.128 .000199 1.14 .765 137 41.8 25 320 0.455 .0179 0.162 .000252 1.44 .970 108 33.0

24 404 0.511 .0201 0.205 .000317 1.82 1.22 85.9 26.2 23 511 0.574 .0226 0.259 .000401 2.30 1.55 67.9 20.7 22 640 0.643 .0253 0.324 .000503 2.88 1.94 54.2 16.5 21 812 0.724 .0285 0.412 .000638 3.66 2.46 42.7 13.1 20 1020 0.813 .0320 0.519 .000804 4.61 1.40 3.10 .942 33.9 55.6 10.3 16.9 19 1290 0.912 .0359 0.653 .001010 5.81 1.77 3.90 1.19 26.9 44.2 8.21 13.5 18 1620 1.024 .0403 0.823 .001280 7.32 2.22 4.92 1.49 21.4 35.0 6.51 10.7 17 2050 1.151 .0453 1.040 .001610 9.24 2.81 6.21 1.89 16.9 27.7 5.15 8.45

16 2580 1.290 .0508 1.310 .002030 11.6 3.53 7.81 2.38 13.4 22.1 4.10 6.72 15 3260 1.450 .0571 1.650 .002560 14.7 4.47 9.87 3.00 10.6 17.5 3.24 5.32 14 4110 1.628 .0641 2.080 .003230 18.5 5.63 12.4 3.78 8.44 13.8 2.57 4.22 13 5180 1.829 .0420 2.630 .004070 23.4 7.10 15.7 4.77 6.69 11.0 2.04 3.35 12 6530 2.052 .0808 3.310 .005130 29.4 8.94 19.8 6.01 5.31 8.72 1.62 2.66 11 8230 2.304 .0907 4.170 .006460 37.1 11.3 24.9 7.57 4.22 6.92 1.29 2.11 10 10380 2.588 .1019 5.260 .008155 46.8 14.2 31.4 9.56 3.34 5.48 1.02 1.67 9 13090 2.906 .1144 6.630 .010280 59.0 17.9 39.6 12.0 2.65 4.35 0.808 1.33

8 16510 3.264 .1285 8.370 .012970 74.4 22.6 50.0 15.2 2.10 3.45 .640 1.05 7 20820 3.665 .1443 10.550 .016350 93.8 28.5 63.0 19.2 1.67 2.73 .508 0.833 6 26240 4.115 .1620 13.300 .020610 118.2 35.9 79.4 24.1 1.32 2.17 .403 .661 5 33090 4.620 .1819 16.770 .025990 149.0 45.3 100.2 30.5 1.05 1.72 .320 .524 4 41740 5.189 .2043 21.150 .032780 188.0 57.2 126.3 38.4 0.831 1.36 .253 .416 3 52620 5.827 .2294 26.670 .041330 237.1 72.1 159.3 48.4 .659 1.08 .201 .330 2 66360 6.543 .2576 33.620 .052120 298.9 90.9 200.9 61.1 .523 0.858 .159 .261 1 83690 7.348 .2893 42.410 .065730 377.0 114.6 253.3 77.0 .415 .680 .126 .207

1/0 105600 8.252 .3249 53.490 .082910 475.5 144.6 319.5 97.2 .329 .539 .1002 .164 2/0 133100 9.266 .3648 67.430 .104500 599.5 182.3 402.8 122.5 .261 .428 .0795 .130 3/0 167800 10.40 .4096 85.010 .131800 755.8 229.8 507.8 154.4 .207 .339 .0630 .103 4/0 211600 11.68 .4600 107.220 .166200 953.2 289.8 640.5 194.7 .164 .269 .0500 .082

Conductor data and metric equivalents in this table are based where possible onEEMaC recommendations current at the time of compilation, otherwise on published ICEa standards.

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Stranded Bare Copper and Aluminum Conductors

Nominal Conductor Diameter

Conductor No. of Wire Class ‘B’ Compressed Compact Size Area Wires* Diameter Standard round round

AWG Cir. Mils mm2 sq in mm in mm in mm in mm in

20 1020 0.517 .00080 7 0.31 .0121 .91 .036 18 1620 0.821 .00128 7 0.39 .0152 1.17 .046 16 2580 1.31 .00203 7 0.49 .0192 1.47 .058

14 4110 2.08 .00323 7 0.61 .0242 1.85 .073 1.80 .071 12 6530 3.31 .00513 7 0.77 .0305 2.34 .092 2.26 .089 10 10380 5.26 .00816 7 0.98 .0385 2.95 .116 2.87 .113

8 16510 8.37 .01297 7 1.23 .0486 3.71 .146 3.61 .142 3.40 .134 6 26240 13.30 .02061 7 1.55 .0612 4.67 .184 4.55 .179 4.29 .169 4 41740 21.15 .03278 7 1.96 .0772 5.89 .232 5.72 .225 5.41 .213

3 52620 26.66 .04133 7 2.20 .0867 6.60 .260 6.40 .252 6.05 .238 2 66360 33.63 .05212 7 2.47 .0974 7.42 .292 7.19 .283 6.81 .268 1 83690 42.41 .06573 19(18) 1.69 .0664 8.43 .332 7.95 .313 7.59 .299

1/0 105600 53.51 .08291 19(18) 1.89 .0745 9.47 .373 8.94 .352 8.53 .336 2/0 133100 67.44 .1045 19(18) 2.13 .0837 10.64 .419 10.03 .395 9.55 .376 3/0 167800 85.03 .1318 19(18) 2.39 .0940 11.94 .470 11.25 .443 10.70 .423 4/0 211600 107.22 .1662 19(18) 2.68 .1055 13.41 .528 12.65 .498 12.10 .475

250 kcmil 128.68 .1963 37(35)** 2.09 .0822 14.61 .575 13.77 .542 13.20 .520 300 152.01 .2356 37(35)** 2.29 .0900 16.00 .630 15.52 .611 14.50 .570 350 177.35 .2749 37(35)** 2.47 .0973 17.30 .681 16.28 .641 15.60 .616 400 202.68 .3142 37(35)** 2.64 .1040 18.49 .728 17.93 .706 16.70 .659

500 253.35 .3927 37(35)** 2.95 .1162 20.65 .813 19.45 .766 18.70 .736 600 304.02 .4712 61(58) 2.52 .0992 22.68 .893 22.00 .866 20.70 .813 750 380.03 .5890 61(58) 2.82 .1109 25.35 .998 24.59 .968 23.10 .908 1000 506.71 .7854 61(58) 3.25 .1280 29.26 1.152 28.37 1.117 26.90 1.060

1250 633.38 .9817 91 2.98 .1172 32.74 1.289 31.75 1.250 1500 760.06 1.1780 91 3.26 .1284 35.86 1.412 34.80 1.370 1750 886.74 1.3740 127 2.98 .1174 38.76 1.526 37.59 1.480 2000 1013.42 1.5710 127 3.19 .1255 41.45 1.632 40.21 1.583

*reduced number of wires for compact strandings are shown in parentheses.

**35 wires for aluminum, 36 wires for copper.

the strand data and metric equivalents in this table are based where possible onEEMaC recommendations current at the time of compilation, otherwise on published ICEa standards.

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Stranded Bare Copper and Aluminum Conductors

Approximate Net Cable Weight* Nominal D.C. resistance* @ 25°C

Conductor Size Kg per 1000 m lbs per 1000 ft ohms/1000 m ohms/1000 ft AWG/kcmil Copper Aluminum Copper Aluminum Copper Aluminum Copper Aluminum

20 4.69 3.15 34.6 10.5 18 7.46 5.02 21.8 6.64 16 11.90 7.97 13.7 4.18

14 18.90 12.7 8.61 2.63 12 30.00 9.1 20.2 6.13 5.42 8.89 1.65 2.71 10 47.70 14.5 32.1 9.75 3.41 5.59 1.04 1.70

8 75.90 23.1 51.0 15.5 2.14 3.52 .653 1.07 6 121 36.7 81.1 24.6 1.35 2.21 .411 .674 4 192 58.3 129 39.2 0.848 1.39 .258 .424

3 242 73.5 163 49.4 0.673 1.10 .205 .336 2 305 92.7 205 62.3 0.533 0.875 .163 .267 1 385 117 258 78.6 0.423 0.694 .129 .211

1/0 485 147 326 99.1 0.335 0.550 .102 .168 2/0 611 186 411 125 0.266 0.436 .0811 .133 3/0 771 234 518 157 0.211 0.346 .0643 .105 4/0 972 296 653 199 0.167 0.274 .0510 .0836

250 1149 350 772 235 0.142 0.232 .0432 .0708 300 1378 419 926 281 0.118 0.194 .0360 .0590 350 1609 490 1081 329 0.101 0.166 .0308 .0506 400 1838 560 1235 376 0.0885 0.145 .0270 .0442

500 2298 698 1544 469 0.0708 0.116 .0216 .0354 600 2758 839 1853 564 0.0590 0.0967 .0180 .0295 750 3447 1048 2316 704 0.0472 0.0774 .0144 .0236 1000 4595 1396 3088 938 0.0354 0.0580 .0108 .0177

1250 5743 1750 3859 1174 0.0283 0.0464 .00863 .0142 1500 6892 2100 4631 1410 0.0236 0.0387 .00719 .0118 1750 8041 2440 5403 1640 0.0202 0.0332 .00616 .0101 2000 9190 2790 6175 1880 0.0177 0.0290 .00539 .00885

*approximate weights and average D.C. resistance are considered to apply to all types of strands.

Conductor data and metric equivalents in this table are based where possible onEEMaC recommendations current at the time of compilation, otherwise on published ICEa standards.

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Dimensions

Lengthmils x 0.0254 = mm (millimetres)inches x 25.4 = mmfeet x 0.3048 = m (metres)miles x 1.609344 = km (kilometres)

Areacircular mils x 0.0005067 = mm2

(square millimetres)sq. in x 645.16 = mm2

sq. ft. x 0.092903 = m2

(square metres)sq. yd. x 0.836127 = m2

sq. mi. x 2.58999 = km2

(square kilometres)

Volumecu. in. x 16.387 = cm3

(cubic centimetres)cu. ft. x 0.028317 = m3

(cubic metres)gallons x 4.54609 = L (litres)U.S. gal. x 3.7854 = L (litres)

SI Prefixes

Multiplying factor Prefix Symbol

1 000 000 000 000 = 1012 tera t 1 000 000 000 = 109 giga G 1 000 000 = 106 mega M 1 000 = 103 kilo k 100 = 102 hecto h 10 = 101 deca da 0.1 = 10-1 deci d 0.01 = 10-2 centi c 0.001 = 10-3 milli m 0.000 001 = 10-6 micro µ 0.000 000 001 = 10-9 nano n 0.000 000 000 001 = 10-12 pico p 0.000 000 000 000 001 = 10-15 femto f 0.000 000 000 000 000 001 = 10-18 atto a

Mass

pounds x 0.45359 = kg (kilograms)tons (2000 lb) x 0.907185 = t (metric tonnes)

Mass per unit lengthlb/1000 ft. x 1.48816 = kg/km (kilograms per kilometre)lb/mi x 0.28185 = kg/km

Solid wire weightmm2 x 8.89 = kg/km (for copper)mm2 x 2.70 = kg/km (for aluminum)mm2 x 7.83 = kg/km (for steel)

force or Tension

pounds (force) x 4.448 = N (newtons)mass (in kg) x 9.8066 = N (weight at or near sea level)

Force per unit area(stress, pressure, tensile strength, etc.)lbf/in2 = (psi) x 6.895 = kPa (kilopascals)lbf/in2 x 0.006895 = MPa (megapascals)N/mm2 = MPa

NoteKilopascals are used generally for fluid pressures. Megapascals are used generally for stresses in materials, i.e. for tensile stress, modulus of elasticity, etc.

NoTICE

Nexans has endeavored to ensure the accuracy of the data in this publication, however we cannot be liable for the consequences of errors or omissions. all data is subject to change without notice. the installer and/or user assumes all liability for the consequences of the installation and/or use of any of our products in contravention of any applicable law, regulation or code.

Temperature Conversion

°f to °C: °C = (°f minus 32) x 5/9°C to °f: °f = (°C x 9/5) plus 32

Wire and Cable Metric Calculations

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