12 AWG XHHW-2 Solid Copper Wire

Single conductor building wire with cross-linked polyethylene insulation, for feeders and branch circuits in wet or dry locations. Rated 600 V, 90 C.

From$0.2037/ft

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Ampacity	25 A (NEC Table 310.16, 75 C column)
Largest breaker	20 A (NEC 240.4(D))
Voltage drop at 100 ft	7.92 V, 6.6 percent at 20 A and 120 V single phase
Run length for 3 percent drop	About 45 ft one way at 20 A and 120 V
Outside diameter	0.149 in

What breaker can 12 AWG XHHW-2 Solid Copper Wire go on?: Up to 20 A. NEC 240.4(D) limits 12 AWG copper to 20 A of overcurrent protection whatever the ampacity table says.
How far can I run it before voltage drop is a problem?: At 20 A on a 120 V single phase circuit, about 45 ft one way keeps the drop at 3 percent, the figure an informational note to NEC 210.19(A) suggests for branch circuits. Try other loads in the voltage drop calculator.
Can it be buried directly in the ground?: No. It is not rated for direct burial. Run it in conduit, which counts as a wet location below grade, or use a direct burial type such as UF-B, USE-2 or URD.
Can I buy it by the foot?: It is sold on 500 ft spools or coils.

Type	XHHW-2
Gauge	12 AWG
Conductors	1
Conductor	copper
Stranding	solid
Insulation	XLPE
Voltage rating	600 V
Temperature rating	90 C
Listing	UL Listed, c(UL) Listed, RoHS Compliant
Nominal O.D.	0.149 in
Ampacity, NEC Table 310.16, 75 C column	25 A
Standard spools	500 ft
Ships in	1 to 2 business days from the order day

Insulation, ratings, listing and weight are confirmed from the manufacturer's sheet with your quote.

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What is the smallest cut?: 25 ft for this product, in whole feet, up to 5,000 ft per row. Each length ships on its own coil.
Can I return cut wire?: No. Cut wire is final sale. Uncut, unopened spools and boxes can come back within 30 days for a 15 percent restocking fee.
When does it ship?: The ship dates beside Add to cart are for this product and count business days in Eastern time. You get a tracking number by email the day it ships.

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