Type W Cable
Cablcon Type W Cable delivers heavy-duty power performance in harsh environments, offering resistance to oil, chemicals, heat, moisture, and impact. Its rope-lay stranding and bound core provide exceptional flexibility and durability, with clear indent printing for easy identification. For full technical details, view the Type W Cable Product Sheet or contact the Cablcon team for additional support.
Construction
- Conductor: 8 AWG - 500 MCM fully annealed stranded bare copper
- Insulation: Premium-grade, color-coded 90°C EPDM
- Jacket: CPE 90°C, black
- Markings:
- SIZES SMALLER THAN 2-1/4”: TYPE W PORTABLE POWER CABLE (UL) 2000V DRY 90°C WET 75°C SUN RES CSA (-40°C) FT-5 P-7K-123049 MSHA SIZES 2-1/4”
- LARGER: TYPE W 90°C DRY AND WATER-RESISTANT 75°C 2000V SUN RES (UL) P-7K-123049 MSHA LR27161
Standards & Certifications
- CSA
- MSHA Approved
- UL® Type W
- RoHS Compliant
Features
- Voltage: 2000V
- Temperature range: -40°C to +90°C
- Flame Performance: FT5
Applications
- Designed for motor leads, battery leads, industrial and light- to medium-duty mining applications
- Ideal for AC systems (grounded and ungrounded), mobile and portable electrical equipment
- Suitable for environments requiring:
- 2-conductor cables - DC or AC single-phase (no grounding)
- 3-conductor cables - AC (no grounding) or DC (with one grounded conductor)
- 4-conductor cables -Two- or three- phase AC (with one grounding conductor)
- 5-conductor cables – Systems requiring neutral/frame ground separation
Looking for a Complete Power Assembly Solution?
Type W Cable is one of the many components used in Cablcon’s Custom Power Assemblies & Whips. If you need a fully engineered, ready-to-install solution, explore how our team designs power assemblies tailored to your exact specifications.