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Questions and Answers for Southwire (By-the-Foot) 6 Black Stranded CU SIMpull THHN Wire

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  • #6 AWG commercial wiring - Sold by the Foot (continuous)
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  • #6 THHN comes stranded with variety of colors and lengths

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Q:Is this wire insulation rated to be installed outside to the weather without being in conduit?
by|Jan 30, 2022
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A:  This wire can be used in wet or dry locations at temperatures not to exceed 194 degree F (90 degree C) or not to exceed 167 degree F (75 degree C) when exposed to oil or coolant. For assistance with if it needs to be in conduit, please consult with our experts at CableTechSupport@southwire.com and we'd be happy to help!

by|Jan 31, 2022

    A:  No, THHN insulated wire is NOT rated for outside exposure to the weather. For starters, ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun will (in as little as a year) DESTROY the outer nylon insulation coating of the wire. "USE-2" or "PV Wire" ARE rated for this use, however, provided you ensure adherence to their ratings of temperature versus de-rated current-carrying capacity, for example.

    by|Aug 13, 2023

      A:  No

      by|Aug 13, 2023
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        Q:Can this be buried underground in metal or pvc conduit
        by|Nov 8, 2021
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        A:  We are happy to help! Please contact our team at CableTechSupport@southwire.com for a quick response to your question.

        by|Dec 3, 2023
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          Q:Can i run this 120 ft to 60 gfci spa sub breaker thru 3/4 in schedule 40 using 60 amp at the main. Thanks in advance
          by|Jun 28, 2021
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          A:  We suggest that you consult with your electrician or reach out to a member of our team at CableTechSupport@southwire.com.

          by|Jun 29, 2021
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            Q:Can this be used for 70 amp sub panel
            by|Sep 30, 2020
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            A:  This is suitable maybe a bit overkill for a 70 amp sub actual. The required ground wire would be #8.

            by|Dec 26, 2023

              A:  No, this is 6 gauge wire, which is more suitable for 50-55 amps. For 70, you want 4 gauge.

              by|Feb 11, 2023
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              Q:Can this wire THHN be buried in PVC conduit underground, outside?
              by|Aug 16, 2020
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              A:  Yes, THHN is allowed to be used in wet locations and can be installed in conduit.

              by|Aug 16, 2020

              A:  We are happy to help! Please consult with our team at cabletechsupport@southwire.com for further assistance.

              by|Aug 16, 2020
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                Q:Can this wire be buried in conduit underground?
                by|Aug 16, 2020
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                A:  We are happy to help! Please consult with our team at cabletechsupport@southwire.com for further assistance.

                by|Dec 3, 2023
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                  Q:Can I use this for 70 Amps for a workshop
                  by|May 31, 2020
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                  A:  We are happy to help! Please consult with our team at cabletechsupport@southwire.com for further assistance.

                  by|Feb 9, 2024
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                    Q:Can I use this for 70 Amps. im building a workshop about 100 ft from my house. im curious how it would do overtime.
                    by|May 5, 2020
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                    A:  We are happy to help! Please consult with our team at cabletechsupport@southwire.com for further assistance.

                    by|Sep 30, 2020
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                      Q:I would like to run #6 thhn to a sub-panel. The run is 105 feet and will have a 50 A breaker. Is this OK?
                      by|Apr 27, 2020
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                      A:  We are happy to help! Please consult with our team at cabletechsupport@southwire.com for further assistance.

                      by|Apr 1, 2024
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                        A:  Yes. 6AWG is rated for 55 Amps @ 70C and 75 Amps @ 90C.

                        by|Feb 9, 2021
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                          Q:I have a Hobart stick mate that runs a 50 amp service
                          by|Apr 12, 2020
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                          A:  Please contact our team at cabletechsupport@southwire.com for further assistance.

                          by|May 6, 2023
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