Photovoltaic (PV) Wire

KrisTech’s PV wire meets the following standards and tests, including:

• ASTM B-1, B-3, B-8, and B-33
• UL 44 and UL 4703
• CSA C22.2 NO. 271-11
• ICEA S-95-658 / NEMA WC 70

• Conductors – Single conductors are available in solid or stranded configurations, with options for annealed or hardened. Tin-coated copper conductors are also available.
• Insulation – Conductors are insulated with a concentrically applied XLPE (crosslinked polyethylene) that is FV-1 flame and “Oil and Gasoline Resistant I” rated. An optional VW-1 flame rating is available on request. All black insulation is rated “Sunlight Resistant.” All colored insulation is rated “Sunlight Resistant” in sizes #6 AWG and larger, and optional in sizes #8 AWG and smaller.

Print legends on the wire include the manufacturer, conductor size, voltage rating, UL symbol (if applicable), and type designation. Standard length spools are 500 or 2,500 feet.

Print Legend – KRIS-TECH WIRE CO. #XX AWG XLPE TYPE PV WIRE 600V OR RHW-2 OR USE-2 2000V 90C WET OR DRY DIRECT BURIAL SUNLIGHT RESISTANT -40C FV-1 (UL)

Second Print Legend – KRIS-TECH WIRE CO. #XX AWG XLPE TYPE PV WIRE 2000V 90C WET OR DRY DIRECT BURIAL SUNLIGHT RESISTANT -40C FV-1 (UL)