SPEC 45442
Southwire® Machine Flex® CU 600V XLPE Insulation Shielded TPE jacket. XHHW-2 Reduced Diameter Flexible Variable Frequency Drive (VFD)
Reduced Diameter Type TC-ER Variable Frequency Drive Cable, 600 Volts or 1000 Volts, Tinned Copper Conductors, Crosslinked Insulation Type XHHW-2, Thermoplastic Elastomer Jacket, Rated 90°C Dry or Wet, -40°C Cold Impact, Identification Method 4. 1000 Volts Flexible Motor Supply. CSA CIC/TC FT4 Flame.
Construction:
- Conductor:Class K, flexible stranded tinned annealed copper per ASTM B3, B172, and B174
- Insulation:Cross linked insulation on all conductors (Type XHHW-2 on 14 AWG and larger)
- Ground:One green ground with yellow Stripe cross linked insulation (size equal to phase conductor)
- Drain Wire:Tinned copper drain wire
- Shielding:100% coverage aluminum/Mylar/aluminum foil, overall 85% coverage tinned copper braid
- Jacket:Black Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE)
Applications and Features:
Applications and Features: Power supply cable for VFDs and motors, suitable for cable tray, conduit, raceways, exposed run (TC-ER) and conforming to NFPA 79 2018. Suitable for free air and direct burial. Its flexible design is ideal for use on operation processes in accordance with NEC® Articles 336, 501 and 502 including, but not limited to: fans, pumps, conveyors, compressors, elevators and lifts, extruders, crushers and presses, assembly lines, food and beverage, wind energy and data centers. Cable is rated for -40C Cold Bend and Impact. Multiple approvals for multiple applications.
Specifications:
Sample Print Legend:
SOUTHWIRE® XX AWG (XX{mm2}) 4/C VFD TYPE TC-ER E75755 {UL} 600V 90C DRY 90C WET SUN RES OIL RES I/II DIR BUR -40C OR WTTC 1000V OR AWM 20886 105C 1000V OR FLEXIBLE MOTOR SUPPLY CABLE 1000V OR SUBMERSIBLE PUMP CABLE 600V -- LL90458 {CSA} CIC/TC 600V FT4 OR AWM I/II A/B 105C 1000V -40C FT4 -- {CE} ROHS-2 MADE IN USA
Table 1 – Weights and Measurements
| Cond. Size | Cond. Number | Strand Count | Diameter Over Conductor | Insul. Thickness | Ground | Drain Wire | Dia. Over Shield | Jacket Thickness | Approx. OD | Copper Weight | Approx. Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWG/Kcmil | No. of Strands | inch | mil | No. x AWG | No. x AWG | inch | mil | inch | lb/1000ft | lb/1000ft | |
| 8 | 3 | 168 | 0.153 | 45 | 1 x 8 | 4x14 | 0.650 | 62 | 0.774 | 302 | 480 |
All dimensions are nominal and subject to normal manufacturing tolerances
◊ Cable marked with this symbol is a standard stock item
* Ampacities based upon 2023 NEC Table 310.16. See NEC sections 310.15 and 110.14(C) for additional requirements.
TBA stock codes are estimations only and actual product may vary. Please wait until a stock code is assigned to purchase connectors and/or fittings.
TBA stock codes are estimations only and actual product may vary. Please wait until a stock code is assigned to purchase connectors and/or fittings.
Table 2 – Electrical and Engineering Data
| Cond. Size | Cond. Number | Min Bending Radius | Max Pull Tension | DC Resistance @ 25°C | AC Resistance @ 75°C | Capacitive Reactance @ 60Hz | Inductive Reactance @ 60Hz | Allowable Ampacity At 75°C | Allowable Ampacity At 90°C |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWG/Kcmil | inch | lb | Ω/1000ft | Ω/1000ft | MΩ*1000ft | Ω/1000ft | Amp | Amp | |
| 8 | 3 | 9.3 | 396 | 0.715 | 0.861 | 0.033 | 0.052 | 50 | 55 |
Revision: 1.000.010
Updated On: March 7, 2025, 9:50 p.m. UTC
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