10 RW90 Copper · 600 V XLPE Insulation · Red Stranded

What this product is for

This 10 AWG RW90 copper building wire is used for insulated single-conductor wiring in conduit and raceway systems for commercial, industrial, and residential electrical work in Canada. The red insulation helps with conductor identification in panel, feeder, and branch circuit installations.

Use for

Use for 600 V copper conductor installations in conduit or raceway where RW90 insulation is specified. It is commonly selected for indoor raceway runs, service and distribution work, and other applications requiring XLPE insulated building wire.

Avoid for

Avoid using this as a non-metallic sheathed cable replacement or where a cable assembly is required. Do not assume suitability for direct burial or exposed use unless the full product listing, markings, and local code requirements confirm it.

Best for

Best for electricians and contractors needing a 10 AWG insulated copper conductor for conduit-based installations with colour identification. Red is commonly chosen where phase, switched leg, or circuit identification matters.

Installed in

Typically installed in EMT, rigid conduit, PVC conduit, or other approved raceway systems in commercial units, residential buildings, utility rooms, and service spaces. 10 AWG conductors are commonly used on 30A circuits as a rule of thumb, but actual conductor sizing and overcurrent protection must follow the Canadian Electrical Code and equipment termination ratings.

Why this product exists

RW90 wire provides a single insulated copper conductor with XLPE insulation for raceway-based wiring methods where heat resistance, conductor identification, and code-compliant installation are required. Compared with cable assemblies, single conductors give flexibility when pulling multiple circuits through conduit.

Compared with similar products

Compared with solid 10 AWG RW90, stranded 10 AWG RW90 is typically easier to pull and terminate in longer or more complex conduit runs. Compared with NMD90 cable, RW90 is intended for conduit and raceway wiring methods rather than open cable runs through framing. Actual selection depends on the wiring method, environment, and local code.

Specifications

• Product type: RW90 copper building wire
• Conductor size: 10 AWG
• Conductor material: Copper
• Insulation type: XLPE
• Voltage rating: 600 V
• Colour: Red
• Wiring method: For conduit and raceway installations
• Temperature rating: 90 deg C insulation class typical for RW90 listings
• Typical conductor construction for 10 AWG RW90: 7-strand on many manufacturer listings
• Approximate conductor diameter reference from published RW90 data: about 0.21 in (5.3 mm) overall, depending on manufacturer

Typical trade guidance only: 10 AWG copper is commonly used for 30A circuits. Actual performance depends on installation conditions, insulation, layout, termination temperature limits, and local electrical code.