THHN/THWN-2

Application: 

Type THHN/THWN-2 is appropriate for general wiring applications as outlined by the National Electrical Code (NEC) for 600V applications. THHN/THWN-2 is offered in sizes ranging from #6 to 1000MCM. The conductors are crafted from an 8000 series aluminum alloy and are insulated with durable, heat-resistant PVC (polyvinyl chloride), topped with a nylon (polyamide) jacket. All sizes are equipped with a friction-reducing compound to facilitate the installation process.

product features: 

Standards:

  • UL 83, 1063, 758
  • UL VW-1
  • NEMA Publication No. WC70
  • c(UL) On All Sizes
  • ARRA 2009 Section 1605
ELITE WIRE THHN/THWN
Conductor
Size
(AWG/KCM)
Stranding
Insulation Thickness
(mils)
Jacket
Thickness
(mils)
Nominal O.D.
(mils)
Weight Per 1000 ft
(lbs)
Ampacity
(AMPS) *90° C
8
7
30
5
204
27
45
6
7
30
5
239
38
60
4
7
40
6
305
62
75
2
7
40
6
360
91
100
1
18
50
7
413
117
115
1/0
18
50
7
450
141
135
2/0
18
50
7
490
172
150
3/0
18
50
7
537
210
175
4/0
18
50
7
589
257
205
250
22
60
8
656
311
230
300
35
60
8
706
365
255
350
35
60
8
752
418
280
400
35
60
8
795
471
305
500
35
60
8
872
576
350
600
58
70
9
971
700
385
700
58
70
9
1,035
804
420
750
58
70
9
1,066
856
435
900
58
70
9
1,139
1,013
480
100
58
70
9
1,218
1,117
500
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  • The permissible ampacities displayed are intended for general use in accordance with the specifications outlined in the National Electrical Code, 2011 Edition, Section 310.15 and 240.4(D).
  • The allowable ampacities presented are designed for general use, adhering to the specifications outlined in the National Electrical Code, 2011 Edition, Section 310.15, and 240.4(D).
  • When connected to equipment for circuits rated 100 amperes or less, indicated for 14 through 1 AWG conductors, the temperature is 75°C.
  • For circuits rated over 100 amperes or marked for conductors larger than 1 AWG, the temperature is 90°C. In dry locations, THHN is used, and in wet or dry locations, THWN is employed for ampacity adjustment purposes, following NEC Section 310.15.