3 AWG THHN/THWN-2 Stranded Copper Wire

Single conductor building wire for conduit and raceways, with PVC insulation under a nylon jacket that pulls easily. Rated 600 V, 90 C.

Per foot at 25 ft$2.36/ft

Spools ship by Thu, Oct 8. Cut lengths ship by Fri, Oct 9.

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Ampacity	100 A (NEC Table 310.16, 75 C column)
Largest breaker	100 A, or the next standard size up where NEC 240.4(B) allows. With 60 C rated terminals (the NEC 110.14(C) default at 100 A or less unless the equipment is marked 75 C) it is 85 A.
Voltage drop at 100 ft	4.90 V, 2.0 percent at 100 A and 240 V single phase
Run length for 3 percent drop	About 145 ft one way at 100 A and 240 V
Outside diameter	0.344 in

What breaker can 3 AWG THHN/THWN-2 Stranded Copper Wire go on?: Its ampacity is 100 A (75 C column of NEC Table 310.16). The breaker can be that size, or the next standard size up where NEC 240.4(B) allows it. Derate first for more than three current-carrying conductors or high ambient heat. With 60 C rated terminals (the NEC 110.14(C) default at 100 A or less unless the equipment is marked 75 C) it is 85 A.
How far can I run it before voltage drop is a problem?: At 100 A on a 240 V single phase circuit, about 145 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?: Yes, cut to length in whole feet from 25 ft, or on 500 ft spools. Cut wire is final sale; uncut spools can be returned within 30 days.

Type	THHN/THWN-2
Gauge	3 AWG
Conductors	1
Conductor	copper
Stranding	19-strand
Insulation	PVC
Jacket	Nylon
Voltage rating	600 V
Temperature rating	90 C
Listing	UL Listed, CSA Certified
Nominal O.D.	0.344 in
Ampacity, NEC Table 310.16, 75 C column	100 A
Sold by the foot	From 25 ft to 5,000 ft, in whole feet
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.

Spec sheet on request.

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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