AL SE-U with XHHW-2 Inners

Aluminum Service Entrance Cable with XHHW-2 Insulated Conductors

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

AL SE-U with XHHW-2 Inners is an aluminum service entrance cable designed for residential, commercial, and industrial electrical service and feeder applications.

The cable consists of stranded aluminum conductors individually insulated with XHHW-2 cross-linked polyethylene insulation. The insulated conductors are assembled into a service entrance cable construction suitable for electrical distribution systems where SE-U construction is permitted.

The XHHW-2 insulation provides excellent electrical, thermal, and moisture-resistant performance, with a 90°C temperature rating for wet and dry locations.

AL SE-U with XHHW-2 Inners is available in a wide range of conductor sizes and configurations for 600V low-voltage power distribution.

APPLICATIONS

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

• Service entrance applications

• Residential electrical service

• Commercial building service

• Industrial power distribution

• Feeder circuits

• Main electrical feeders

• Sub-feeder systems

• Distribution panels

• Service equipment

• Metering equipment

• Building 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. Aluminum Conductors

• Material: Electrical-grade aluminum

• Conductor type: Stranded aluminum

• Construction: Concentric-lay stranded

• Compact or standard construction available

• High electrical conductivity

• Lightweight construction

• Designed for reliable power distribution

2. XHHW-2 Inner Insulation

Each conductor is individually insulated with XHHW-2 insulation.

• 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

• Suitable for demanding electrical distribution environments

3. SE-U Cable Assembly

The insulated conductors are assembled as an SE-U service entrance cable construction.

Typical configurations may include:

• Two insulated conductors

• Three insulated conductors

• Two insulated conductors with grounding conductor

• Three insulated conductors with grounding conductor

• Other configurations according to project requirements

TYPICAL CABLE CONFIGURATIONS

Final construction depends on conductor size, application, applicable standards, and customer specifications.

TECHNICAL DATA

TYPICAL CONDUCTOR SIZES

Other conductor sizes are available according to project requirements.

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

AL SE-U with XHHW-2 Inners combines stranded aluminum conductors with high-performance XHHW-2 insulation to provide a lightweight and reliable solution for low-voltage service and feeder systems.

Key electrical characteristics include:

• High electrical conductivity

• Low conductor weight

• Stable electrical resistance

• Excellent insulation resistance

• 90°C wet and dry conductor rating

• Good moisture resistance

• Excellent thermal stability

• Reliable performance under continuous operating conditions

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

THERMAL PERFORMANCE

The 90°C XHHW-2 insulation provides improved thermal capability for properly engineered service and feeder systems.

INSTALLATION

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

• Service entrance systems

• Residential service installations

• Commercial buildings

• Industrial facilities

• Feeder circuits

• Main distribution systems

• Distribution panels

• Service equipment

• Metering systems

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

Aluminum-rated connectors, terminals, lugs, and other termination accessories should be selected for compatibility with the aluminum conductor.

KEY FEATURES

• 600V rated

• Aluminum stranded conductors

• XHHW-2 insulated inner conductors

• 90°C wet and dry temperature rating

• SE-U service entrance construction

• Excellent moisture resistance

• Good thermal stability

• Lightweight compared with equivalent copper construction

• Suitable for residential and commercial service

• Suitable for feeder applications where permitted

• Wide range of conductor sizes

• Multiple configurations available

• Custom construction available

PRODUCT ADVANTAGES

XHHW-2 Insulation

XHHW-2 provides excellent dielectric strength, moisture resistance, and thermal stability, making it suitable for demanding service and feeder applications.

Aluminum Conductor

Aluminum provides a lightweight and cost-effective conductor solution, particularly for larger service and feeder sizes.

600V Rating

The cable is designed for low-voltage electrical systems rated up to 600 V.

Service Entrance Design

SE-U construction is designed for service entrance applications and related feeder installations where the applicable electrical code permits its use.

Flexible Configuration

Different conductor sizes and configurations can be manufactured according to project requirements.

QUALITY CONTROL

Typical production and inspection procedures include:

• Conductor resistance testing

• Conductor dimensional inspection

• Stranding inspection

• Insulation thickness inspection

• Insulation resistance testing

• High-voltage testing

• Cable dimensional inspection

• Visual inspection

• Surface marking inspection

• Finished cable inspection

Test certificates and inspection documentation 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 length and packaging configuration can be customized according to cable size and shipping requirements.

CUSTOMIZATION

Available customization options include:

• Conductor size

• Number of conductors

• Grounding conductor

• Conductor stranding

• Insulation color

• Cable configuration

• Surface marking

• Drum length

• Packaging

• Customer-specific technical specifications

• Project-specific requirements

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

Technical support can include:

• Conductor size selection

• Service entrance cable configuration

• Feeder application guidance

• Ampacity reference

• Technical documentation

• Project-specific specifications

• Factory inspection

• Test certificates

• Packaging and shipping consultation

FAQ

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

AL SE-U with XHHW-2 Inners is a 600V aluminum service entrance cable using individually XHHW-2 insulated aluminum conductors in an SE-U cable construction.

2. What does SE-U mean?

SE-U refers to a Service Entrance Cable, Style U construction intended for service entrance applications and other permitted electrical installations.

3. What is XHHW-2?

XHHW-2 is a cross-linked polyethylene insulated conductor construction 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 insulated conductors are rated 90°C in wet and dry locations, subject to applicable standards and installation requirements.

6. What is the difference between SE-U and SE-R?

SE-U and SE-R are different service entrance cable constructions. SE-U generally refers to Style U, while SE-R refers to a service entrance cable construction with a round overall configuration. The appropriate construction should be selected according to the intended installation and applicable NEC requirements.

7. Why are aluminum conductors used?

Aluminum offers lower weight and generally lower material cost than copper, making it suitable for many residential, commercial, and industrial service applications.

8. Can AL SE-U with XHHW-2 Inners be used outdoors?

Outdoor suitability depends on the specific construction, environmental exposure, and applicable electrical code. UV-resistant constructions can be supplied when required.

9. What conductor sizes are available?

A broad range of AWG and kcmil sizes can be supplied, including common service and feeder sizes from 6 AWG through 1000 kcmil.

10. Can the cable construction be customized?

Yes. Conductor size, number of conductors, grounding conductor, insulation color, cable configuration, marking, packaging, and other project requirements can be customized.

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