600 kcmil AA8000 Aluminum XHHW/XHHW-2 Wire UL44 Cable for Distribution Panels
Conductor:
Aluminum Conductor
Insulation:
Cross-Linked Polyethylene (XLPE)
Rated Voltage:
600v/1000v/2000v
Standard:
UL 44
Dry Locations Temperature Rating:
90°C
Wet Locations Temperature Rating:
75°C
Description
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Aluminum Conductor
Solid or Stranded Aluminum Conductors

Insulation
XLPE Insulation

No. of Conductor
Single Core

Temperature Rating
-40 °C to 90°C
600 kcmil AA8000 Aluminum XHHW/XHHW-2 Wire UL44 Cable for Distribution Panels
600 kcmil AA8000 Aluminum XHHW / XHHW-2 wire is UL44 standard heavy-duty building wire, specially engineered for distribution panel main connection and high-current trunk power wiring. Adopts premium compact stranded electrical-grade AA8000 aluminum conductor and cross-linked polyethylene XLPE insulation. Rated 600V/1000V, 90°C continuous operation for wet & dry locations. Featuring stable heavy-current conduction, anti-creep performance and full moisture resistance, this aluminum cable complies with North American NEC, ASTM and NEMA codes, the preferred main feeder wire for commercial, industrial and plant distribution panel assembly projects.

XHHW wire
XHHW / XHHW-2 wire is primarily used for installation in conduits, cable trays, or other approved raceway systems, and is suitable for power service entrances, feeders, and branch circuit wiring, meeting the installation requirements of relevant electrical codes.

Aluminum Conductors

Rated Voltage Uo/U (Um) 0.6/2kV

XLPE Insulated

UL 44 Standards

Sunlight Resistant

Temperature range -40 °C to 90°C
Advantages
High density cross-linked polyethylene insulation delivers excellent damp-proof, UV and oil resistant performance. Maintains full 90°C ampacity in mechanical room, panel room and underground conduit, no electrical derating in humid enclosed spaces.

|
Size (AWG/ kcmil) |
Strands No./OD. (mm)a |
XLPE Insulation Average Thickness (mm) |
Approx. O.D. (mm) |
Max.DC Resistance (20°C,Ω/km) |
Approx. Weight (kg/km) |
| 8 | 7/1.28 | 1.14 | 5.79 | 3.52 | 39.07 |
| 6 | 7/1.62 | 1.14 | 6.69 | 2.21 | 55.60 |
| 4 | 7/2.02 | 1.14 | 7.79 | 1.39 | 80.87 |
| 2 | 7/2.58 | 1.14 | 9.19 | 0.875 | 119.36 |
| 1 | 18/1.82 | 1.40 | 10.49 | 0.693 | 154.03 |
| 1/0 | 18/2.02 | 1.40 | 11.54 | 0.550 | 188.61 |
| 2/0 | 18/2.32 | 1.40 | 12.49 | 0.436 | 230.30 |
| 3/0 | 18/2.58 | 1.40 | 13.64 | 0.346 | 282.87 |
| 4/0 | 18/2.83 | 1.40 | 15.04 | 0.276 | 348.40 |
| 250 | 36/2.22 | 1.65 | 16.67 | 0.232 | 419.95 |
| 300 | 36/2.42 | 1.65 | 17.92 | 0.194 | 493.90 |
| 350 | 36/2.58 | 1.65 | 19.07 | 0.166 | 567.33 |
| 500 | 36/3.10 | 1.65 | 22.07 | 0.116 | 788.01 |
| 600 | 58/2.65 | 2.03 | 24.56 | 0.0967 | 963.32 |
| 750 | 58/2.98 | 2.03 | 27.16 | 0.0774 | 1185.04 |
Certification
UL44 full listed, qualified for North American distribution panel electrical acceptance, traceable outer cable marking.

Heat Resistance
Abrasion Resistant
Oil and Gasoline Resistant
UL Certified


APPLICATIONS
XHHW wire is primarily used for service entrance, feeder, and branch circuit wiring in building electrical systems, and is widely used in commercial buildings, industrial facilities, and large residential projects.

Underground Conduit Installation
XHHW/XHHW-2 wire is widely used in underground conduit runs, delivering dependable power for service entrances, site feeders and outdoor distribution systems. Its moisture-resistant XLPE insulation withstands soil humidity and pulling abrasion, suitable for buried wet-location raceways per NEC standards.

Cable Tray & Raceway Systems
For cable tray and raceway installations, XHHW/XHHW-2 wire offers exceptional performance with its durable XLPE insulation that resists mechanical stress and environmental exposure. The wire's versatility allows for neat, organized routing in open tray systems, making it a preferred choice for industrial and commercial power distribution projects.

Conduit Wiring
XHHW/XHHW-2 wire is ideally suited for conduit wiring applications, pulling smoothly through EMT, rigid metal, and PVC conduits. Its abrasion-resistant insulation and stranded conductor options ensure reliable performance and long service life in both new construction and retrofit installations.

Service Entrance Wiring
For main service entrance runs, AA8000 aluminum XHHW/XHHW-2 cable ensures stable power transfer between utility service boxes and main distribution panels. Its 90°C heat resistance and outstanding waterproof performance support long-term heavy power loads, perfectly fitting large-scale commercial complexes and industrial plant power distribution systems.
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Packaging Information
XHHW/XHHW-2 wire is typically supplied in three packaging forms: Roll, Small Wooden Reel, and Large Wooden Reel, to meet the needs of different project scales.

Roll

Small Wooden Reel

Large Wooden Reel
Global Certification
Geritel Wire Manufacturer holds 50+ international certifications, including UL, cUL, SAA, TUV, CE, VDE, ISO, and others. Our cables meet the highest global quality and safety standards.

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TUV

ISO
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