UL Type PV Wire, #18 Str TC, XLPO Ins, 2000V PV 90C Dry/Wet
UL Type PV Wire, 18AWG (16x30) Tinned Copper, XLPO Insulation, 2000V PV 90C Dry/Wet SUN RES
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- Global
- Status
- Active
- Orderable items
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Part numbers
38118 is a product family. Each item number below is a separate orderable part — colour, put-up and length differ.
| Item # | Color | Putup Type | Length | UPC | Footnote | Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38118 0105000 | Black | Reel | 5,000 ft | 612825147602 | C | Order online |
Specifications
Product Overview
| Suitable Applications | Interconnection wiring of grounded and ungrounded photovoltaic power systems as described in Section 690.31(A) of the 2008 NEC. |
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Construction Details
Conductor
| Size | 18 |
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| Stranding | 16x30 |
| Material | TC - Tinned Copper |
Insulation
| Material | Nom. Thickness | Nom. Insulation Diameter |
|---|---|---|
| XLP, XLPO, XLPE (Thermoset) | 0.078 in (2.0 mm) | 0.209 in (5.31 mm) |
| XLP, XLPO, XLPE (Thermoset) |
Electrical Characteristics
Electricals
| Nom. Conductor DCR | 6 Ohm/1000ft (20 Ohm/km) |
|---|---|
| Max. Current | 18 Amps Single Conductor in Free Air |
Voltage
| UL Voltage Rating | 2000 V |
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Mechanical Characteristics
| Max. Pull Tension | 21 lbs (9.5 kg) |
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| Bulk Cable Weight | 22 lbs/1000ft (33 kg/km) |
Temperature
| UL Temperature | 90°C |
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| Operating | -40°C To +90°C |
Standards and Compliance
| Environmental Suitability | Sunlight Resistance |
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| Flammability / Reaction to Fire | VW-1 |
| AWM Compliance | PV |
| European Directive Compliance | EU CE Mark, EU Directive 2015/863/EU (RoHS 2 amendment), EU Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS 2), EU Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE) |
History
| Update and Revision | Revision Number: 0.176 Revision Date: 01-15-2026 |
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| Footnote | C - CRATE REEL PUT-UP. |
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