TC XLPE/PVC, 4+G C #4+8 Str BC, XLPE Ins M4, Blk PVC Jkt, 600/1000V TC-ER 90C Dry/Wet SUN RES DIR BUR
UL Type TC (1277) XLPE/PVC, 4+G Conductor 4+8AWG (7x12+7x16) Bare Copper, XLPE Insulation M4 Color Code, Black PVC Outer Jacket, 600/1000V TC-ER 90C Dry/Wet SUN RES DIR BUR
- Availability
- Global
- Status
- Active
Specifications
Information
| Put-Up Type | Reel |
|---|---|
| Update and Revision | Revision Number: 0.56 Revision Date: 02-03-2026 |
Physical Characteristics (Overall)
| Conductor Count | 4 |
|---|
Conductor
| Element | AWG | Stranding | Material | Nominal Diameter | No. of Conductors |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conductor(s) | 4 | 7x12 | BC - Bare Copper | 0.266 in | 4 |
| Ground | 8 | 7x16 | BC - Bare Copper | 0.143 in | 1 |
Insulation
| Material | Nominal Diameter | Nominal Wall Thickness |
|---|---|---|
| XLP, XLPO, XLPE (Thermoset) | 0.319 in | 0.047 in |
| XLP, XLPO, XLPE (Thermoset) |
Color Chart
| Number | Color |
|---|---|
| 1 | Black #1 |
| 2 | Black #2 |
| 3 | Black #3 |
| 4 | Black #4 |
Outer Jacket
| Material | PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride |
|---|---|
| Nominal Diameter | 0.920 in |
| Nominal Wall Thickness | 0.085 in |
Electrical Characteristics
Conductor DCR
| Nominal Conductor DCR |
|---|
| 0.264 Ohm/1000ft |
| 0.6795 Ohm/1000ft |
Current
| Max. Recommended Current [A] | 76 Amps per Conductor at 30oC |
|---|
Voltage
| Description | Type TC-ER |
|---|---|
| UL Voltage Rating | 600 / 1000V |
| Voltage Rating [V] | 600/1000 V RMS (Type TC) |
Temperature Range
| UL Temperature Rating | 90°C Dry, 90°C Wet |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature Range | -30°C To +90°C |
| Wet Temp Range | -30°C To +90 °C |
| Dry Temp Range | -30°C To +90 °C |
Mechanical Characteristics
| UV Resistance | Yes |
|---|---|
| Bulk Cable Weight | 796 lbs/1000ft |
| Maximum Recommended Pulling Tension | 2430 lbs |
| Minimum Bend Radius During Installation | 3.76 in |
| Minimum Continuous Flexing Bend Radius | 4.7 in |
| Minimum Minor Axis Bend Radius | 3.76 in |
Standards
| NEC Articles | Article 336, Article 310 |
|---|---|
| NEC/(UL) Compliance | TC-ER, XHHW-2 |
Applicable Environmental and Other Programs
| EU Directive 2000/53/EC (ELV) | Yes |
|---|---|
| EU Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS 2) | Yes |
| EU Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE) | Yes |
| EU Directive 2015/863/EU (RoHS 2 amendment) | Yes |
| EU Directive Compliance | Yes |
| EU CE Mark | Yes |
Suitability
| Suitability - Burial | Yes |
|---|---|
| Suitability - Indoor | Yes |
| Suitability - Outdoor | Yes |
| Suitability - Sunlight Resistance | Yes |
Flammability, LS0H, Toxicity Testing
| UL Flammability | UL 1685 UL Loading |
|---|---|
| IEEE Flammability | IEEE 1202 |
| UL voltage rating | 600/1000V RMS (Type TC) |
Plenum/Non-Plenum
| Plenum (Y/N) | No |
|---|
History
| Update and Revision | Revision Number: 0.56 Revision Date: 02-03-2026 |
|---|
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