AL SE-R with XHHW-2 Inners

Aluminum Service Entrance Cable with XHHW-2 Insulated Conductors

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

AL SE-R with XHHW-2 Inners is an aluminum service entrance cable designed for residential, commercial, and industrial electrical distribution systems.

The cable consists of multiple aluminum conductors individually insulated with XHHW-2 cross-linked polyethylene insulation and assembled under a durable overall jacket. The XHHW-2 insulated conductors provide excellent electrical, thermal, and moisture-resistant performance, while the overall SE-R construction provides mechanical protection and a practical solution for service entrance and feeder applications.

The cable is designed for 600 V electrical distribution systems and is available in a wide range of conductor sizes and configurations.

APPLICATIONS

AL SE-R with XHHW-2 Inners is suitable for:

• Service entrance applications

• Residential electrical service

• Commercial building feeders

• Industrial power distribution

• Main feeder circuits

• Sub-feeder systems

• Distribution panels

• Metering and service equipment

• Residential and commercial construction

• Above-ground electrical distribution

• Wet and dry locations where permitted

STANDARDS & COMPLIANCE

• UL 44 — Thermoset-Insulated Wires and Cables

• UL 854 — Service-Entrance Cables

• ASTM B230 — Aluminum 1350-H19 Wire

• ASTM B231 — Concentric-Lay-Stranded Aluminum 1350 Conductors

• Applicable NEC requirements

• Applicable local electrical codes

Voltage Rating: 600 V

XHHW-2 Conductor Temperature Rating: 90°C Wet / Dry

CONSTRUCTION

1. Conductors

• Material: Aluminum

• Electrical grade aluminum

• Stranded, concentric-lay construction

• Compact or standard construction available

• High conductivity

• Lightweight compared with equivalent copper conductors

The aluminum conductors are individually insulated before being assembled into the overall cable.

2. Inner Insulation

Each insulated conductor uses XHHW-2 insulation.

• Material: Cross-Linked Polyethylene (XLPE)

• Temperature Rating: 90°C wet / 90°C dry

• Excellent dielectric strength

• Excellent moisture resistance

• Good thermal stability

• Good resistance to aging and environmental exposure

3. Overall Assembly

The insulated conductors are assembled together to form the service entrance cable configuration.

Depending on the required construction, the cable may include:

• Two insulated phase conductors

• Three insulated conductors

• Grounding conductor

• Neutral conductor

• Additional components according to project requirements

4. Overall Jacket

A durable overall jacket is applied over the assembled conductors.

Typical jacket materials may include:

• PVC

• Other suitable thermoplastic compounds according to project requirements

The jacket provides additional protection against mechanical damage, moisture, abrasion, and environmental exposure.

TYPICAL CABLE CONFIGURATIONS

Final construction shall be determined according to conductor size, application, applicable standards, and customer specifications.

TECHNICAL DATA

TYPICAL CONDUCTOR SIZES

Other sizes and constructions are available upon request.

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

The cable combines lightweight aluminum conductors with high-performance XHHW-2 insulation to provide a reliable solution for low-voltage power distribution.

Key characteristics include:

• High electrical conductivity

• Low conductor weight

• Stable conductor resistance

• Excellent insulation resistance

• 90°C wet and dry conductor rating

• Good moisture resistance

• Excellent thermal stability

• Suitable for feeder and service applications

Actual ampacity shall be determined according to conductor size, installation method, ambient conditions, number of current-carrying conductors, and applicable electrical codes.

THERMAL PERFORMANCE

The 90°C XHHW-2 insulation provides enhanced thermal performance for properly engineered electrical distribution systems.

INSTALLATION

AL SE-R with XHHW-2 Inners may be installed in applications permitted by applicable electrical codes, including:

• Service entrance systems

• Electrical feeders

• Residential distribution

• Commercial buildings

• Industrial facilities

• Distribution panels

• Metering equipment

• Above-ground electrical systems

Installation shall comply with the applicable NEC and local electrical requirements.

Appropriate connectors, lugs, terminals, and accessories rated for aluminum conductors should be used.

KEY FEATURES

• 600 V rated

• Aluminum conductors

• XHHW-2 insulated inner conductors

• 90°C wet and dry temperature rating

• Service entrance cable construction

• Excellent moisture resistance

• Good thermal stability

• Lightweight compared with copper

• Suitable for residential, commercial, and industrial applications

• Wide range of conductor sizes

• Multiple cable configurations available

• Custom constructions available

PRODUCT ADVANTAGES

XHHW-2 Inner Conductors

XHHW-2 insulation provides excellent electrical and thermal performance while maintaining reliable operation in wet and dry locations.

Aluminum Conductors

Aluminum reduces overall cable weight and provides a cost-effective alternative to copper for service and feeder applications.

Overall Jacket

The overall jacket provides additional mechanical and environmental protection to the assembled insulated conductors.

600V Distribution

The cable is designed for low-voltage service entrance, feeder, and distribution applications up to 600 V.

Flexible Configuration

Different conductor combinations, grounding configurations, sizes, and jacket constructions can be supplied according to project requirements.

QUALITY CONTROL

Typical production testing and inspection may include:

• Conductor resistance testing

• Conductor dimensional inspection

• Stranding inspection

• Insulation thickness inspection

• Insulation resistance testing

• High-voltage testing

• Jacket thickness inspection

• Jacket integrity testing

• Overall cable dimensional inspection

• Visual inspection

• Marking verification

Test reports and certificates can be provided according to project requirements.

PACKAGING

Available packaging options include:

• Wooden drums

• Plywood drums

• Steel-wooden drums

• Coils for suitable sizes

• Custom packaging

Drum lengths can be customized according to conductor size, cable construction, shipping requirements, and customer specifications.

CUSTOMIZATION

Available customization options include:

• Conductor size

• Number of conductors

• Neutral conductor

• Grounding conductor

• Conductor stranding

• Insulation color

• Jacket material

• Jacket color

• Cable marking

• Drum length

• Packaging

• Customer-specific construction

• Project-specific technical requirements

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

Technical support is available for:

• Cable size selection

• Service entrance cable configuration

• Feeder design

• Conductor configuration

• Ampacity reference

• Technical specifications

• Project-specific construction

• Inspection documentation

• Test certificates

• Packaging and shipping requirements

FAQ

1. What is AL SE-R with XHHW-2 Inners?

AL SE-R with XHHW-2 Inners is an aluminum service entrance cable consisting of individually XHHW-2 insulated aluminum conductors assembled under an overall protective jacket.

2. What does SE-R mean?

SE-R refers to a service entrance cable construction intended for service entrance and feeder applications in accordance with applicable requirements.

3. What is XHHW-2 insulation?

XHHW-2 is a cross-linked polyethylene insulated conductor construction designed for electrical applications requiring excellent thermal and moisture resistance, with a 90°C temperature rating for wet and dry locations.

4. What is the voltage rating?

The standard voltage rating is 600 V.

5. What is the temperature rating?

The XHHW-2 inner conductors are rated 90°C in wet and dry locations, subject to applicable standards and installation requirements.

6. Why use aluminum conductors?

Aluminum conductors provide a lightweight and economical solution for service entrance and feeder systems, particularly for larger conductor sizes.

7. Can this cable be used outdoors?

The suitability for outdoor installation depends on the specific cable construction, jacket, exposure conditions, and applicable electrical code. UV-resistant constructions can be supplied when required.

8. What applications are suitable for this cable?

Typical applications include residential service entrances, commercial feeders, industrial distribution systems, service equipment, and building electrical distribution.

9. Can the number of conductors be customized?

Yes. The number and size of insulated conductors, neutral conductors, grounding conductors, and other construction details can be customized.

10. Can the cable be supplied with different jacket colors?

Yes. Black is commonly supplied, while other jacket colors can be considered according to project requirements.

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