10 RW90 Copper · 600 V XLPE Insulation · Red Stranded

What this product is for

This is a single-conductor 10 AWG RW90 copper building wire for installation in raceways for 600 V wiring systems. It uses XLPE insulation and a 7-strand copper conductor for applications that need a 90 deg C rated insulated conductor with good pullability.

Use for

• Branch circuit wiring in conduit and raceways
• Commercial and industrial control and power wiring
• Residential and light commercial projects where red phase or switched conductor identification is required
• Installations where stranded 10 AWG is preferred over solid for easier handling on longer pulls

Avoid for

• Direct burial unless the full cable assembly and installation method are approved for it
• Applications requiring a jacketed multi-conductor cable
• Open wiring where RW90 in raceway is not the intended wiring method

Best for

Electricians and contractors buying 10 AWG copper conductors for conduit runs, panels, equipment connections, and control wiring where a red insulated conductor is needed. A typical trade rule of thumb is that 10 AWG copper is commonly used on 30 A circuits, but actual conductor sizing and overcurrent protection must follow the Canadian Electrical Code and equipment requirements.

Installed in

Commonly installed in EMT, rigid conduit, and other approved raceway systems in commercial buildings, industrial spaces, and residential service areas. The approximate outside diameter is 0.17 to 0.18 in (4.3 to 4.5 mm), which can help when planning conduit fill.

Why this product exists

RW90 gives contractors a 600 V copper building wire with heat- and moisture-resistant XLPE insulation for raceway installations. The 7-strand construction offers more flexibility than solid 10 AWG, which can make pulling, terminating, and routing easier in many field conditions.

Compared with similar products

Compared with solid 10 AWG RW90, this 7-strand version is typically easier to pull and bend. Compared with jacketed cable, this single conductor is intended for raceway-based wiring methods. Actual performance depends on installation conditions, conduit fill, ambient temperature, termination ratings, and local electrical code.

Specifications

• Product type: RW90 copper building wire
• Conductor size: 10 AWG
• Conductor: Copper
• Stranding: 7-strand
• Insulation: XLPE (cross-linked polyethylene)
• Insulation colour: Red
• Voltage rating: 600 V
• Temperature rating: -40 deg C to 90 deg C (-40 deg F to 194 deg F)
• Approximate outside diameter: 0.17 to 0.18 in (4.3 to 4.5 mm)
• Approximate copper content: 32 lb/MFT (48 kg/km)
• Approximate net weight: 38 to 39 lb/MFT (57 to 58 kg/km)
• Reel length: 300 m (1000 ft)
• Standard: CSA C22.2 No. 38