ALCAN - The 1966 Installer Handbook For Alcan Wire and Cables Wireman Guide 1996

THE 1996
INSTALLERS
HANDBOOK
FOR ALCAN
WIRE AND
CABLES
About Alcan
Alcan has a long history in the electrical conductor field. The
company started manufacturing electrical conductors before the turn
of the century and, in the intervening ninety-five years, Alcan has
supplied more than three million kilometres of conductor to the
electrical industry in Canada and around the world.
Today, with cable plants spanning the continent, Alcan is a major

factor in the wire and cable market in Canada. Alcan produces bare,
covered and insulated conductors in NUAL, aluminum and copper,
for carrying electricity from the generating station to the utilization
point. So when you are thinking about ACSR, service cable, building
wires and armoured cables, think about Alcan.
Table of Contents
Engineering Information ..................................................................3
Alcan Armoured Cables...................................................................4
Fire Test Standards ..........................................................................7
Splicing and Terminating Conductors ...........................................12
Single- vs Multi-Conductor Constructions
General .......................................................................................14
Voltage Drop...............................................................................15
Magnetic Fields and Harmonics .................................................16
Circulating Currents ...................................................................17
Equipment Certification Implications..........................................18
Installation of Single-Conductor AC90, ACWU90 and
TECK90 Cables...........................................................................19
Recommended Configuration for Parallel Operation of
Single-Conductor Cables in Free Air..........................................21
Ampacities and Installation Configurations for Single
Conductors Buried in the Earth...................................................24
Ampacities and Installation Configurations for Single
Conductors in Underground Ducts.............................................26
C.E.C. APPLICATION RULES
Section 4: Conductors
Rule 4-004: Ampacity of Wires and Cables ................................28
Rule 4-008: Sheath Currents ......................................................29
Section 12: Wiring Methods

Rule12-012: Underground Installations .....................................30
Rule 12-106: Multi- and Single-Conductor Cables....................31
Rule 12-118: Termination and Splicing of
Aluminum Conductors..............................................................31
Rules 12-600 - 12:618: Armoured Cable Work Rules ................33
Rules 12-2200 - 12-2212: Cables in Trays.................................36
TABLES
Allowable ampacities and Conduit Fills
(*from C.E.C. Tables 1-4) ...........................................................40
Tables 5a/5b/5c: Correction Factors..............................................42
Table 5d: Current Rating Correction Factors..................................44
Table 8: Percent Conduit and Tubing Fill.......................................44
Table 9: Cross-sectional Areas of Conduit and Tubing..................45
Table 10: Dimensions of Insulated Conductors .............................46
Table 19: Conditions of Use...........................................................48
Tables 20/21/22: Spacings and Support .......................................60
Table 16: Min. Size of Bonding Conductors ..................................61
Tables 17/18: Min. Size of Grounding Conductors........................62
Dimensions of Stranded Bare Conductors.....................................64
Tables D6/D7: Tightening Torques.................................................66
GLOSSARY...................................................................................68
Engineering Information
NUAL
The term NUAL refers to Alcan manufactured aluminum alloy
conductor material, designated as ACM in the Canadian Electrical
Code. NUAL is produced in rod form and afterwards drawn to the
appropriate wire diameter for fabrication into solid or stranded
conductor building wire and cable.
NUAL is CSA-certified in finished building wire form, as well as in
raw material form as rolled rod for processing by cable fabricators
into finished wire and cable. Meeting all of the physical and electrical
requirements of aluminum to CSA and UL standards, NUAL in
addition provides superior connectability in both solid and stranded
conductor form.
NUAL is CSA-certified up to 2000 kcmil and is mandatory in sizes
12 and 10 AWG solid. NUAL or aluminum can be used in sizes larger
than 8 AWG. Alcan supplies six product lines; overhead service cable
is 1350 aluminum, all others are NUAL.
Thermosetting wires (RW90 XLPE, RWU90 XLPE) to

CSA Standard C22.2 No.38
Non-metallic Sheathed Cable (NMD90) to
CSA Standard C22.2 No. 48
Armoured Cable (AC90, ACWU90) to CSA Standard C22.2
No. 51
TECK Cable to CSA Standard C22.2 No. 131
Thermoplastic Wires (TW75) to CSA Standard C22.2 No. 75
Service cables for underground and overhead installations
(USE-I, USE-B, NS-1, NSF-2) to CSA Standard C22.2 No.52
Wiring methods described for NUAL are equally applicable to
aluminum and copper conductors. All of the aforementioned cable
types except overhead are made in NUAL conductors as a standard
construction, in sizes ranging from 8 AWG to 2000 kcmil.
Alcan Armoured Cables

AC90
Available sizes
Single-conductor
Multi-conductor
NUAL
1/0 AWG to 2000 kcmil
8 AWG to 750 kcmil
Alcan AC90 Single-Conductor Cable

NUAL
or Copper
Phase
Conductors
RW90
XLPE
Insulation
COPPER
SPECIFICATION
CSA C22.1 No. 51
FMRC Class 3972 Fire Test GP-1
FT4 Rated: Vertical Cable Tray Test
14 AWG to #6 AWG
Alcan AC90 Multi-Conductor Cable

NUAL or Copper
Bonding Conductor
Concentric
NUAL or Copper
Bonding Conductor
Interlocked
Aluminum
Armour
NUAL or
Copper Phase
Conductors
RW90 XLPE
Insulation
Interlocked
Aluminum Armour
ACWU
Available sizes
Single-conductor
Multi-conductor
NUAL
8 AWG to 750 kcmil
ACWU90 Multi-Conductor Cable
ACWU90 Single-Conductor Cable

RW90
XLPE
Insulation
SPECIFICATION
CSA C22.2 No. 51
CSA C22.2 No. 174 Hazardous Locations
FMRC Class 3972 Fire Test GP-2
RW90 XLPE
Insulation
NUAL
Phase
Conductors
Interlocked
Aluminum
Armour
Interlocked
Aluminum Armour
ALCAN B 3/C 500 KCMIL AL ACM NUA
NUAL
Phase
Conductors
Concentric
NUAL Bonding
Conductor
FT4-rated
PVC Jacket
NUAL
Bonding
Conductor
FT4-rated PVC
Jacket AG 14
TECK
Available sizes
Single-conductor
Multi-conductor
NUAL
8 AWG to 750 kcmil
COPPER
14 AWG to 750 kcmil
TECK90 Single-Conductor Cable

NUAL or
Copper
Phase
Conductors
Concentric
NUAL or
Copper
Bonding
Conductor
90C PVC LGE

inner jacket
SPECIFICATION
CSA C22.2 No. 131 (TECK)
CSA C22.2 No. 174 (Hazardous Locations)
FMRC Class 3972 Fire Test GP-1 (unjacketed) GP-2 (jacketed)
TECK90 Multi-Conductor Cable

FT4-rated
AG14
PVC Jacket
NUAL or
Non-hygroscopic
Copper
filler
Phase
Conductors
Interlocked
Aluminum Armour
ALCAN B 3/C 750 KCMIL AL
ALCAN B 1/C 750 KCMIL AL A
RW90 XLPE
Insulation
Non-hygroscopic
filler
Interlocked
Aluminum
Armour
FT4-rated
AG14
PVC Jacket
NUAL or
Copper
Bonding
Conductor
RW90
90C
XLPE
PVC LGE
Insulation inner jacket
Fire Test Standards

TABLE 1
Classification
Application
Test Procedure
Standard Criteria
FT1
The vertical test is a residential

use or commercial buildings in
conduit and is similar to the
UL VW-1 test.
As Clause 4.11.1*,
Vertical Test
Burning shall cease within 60 s,

and not more than 25% of the
extended portion of the indicator
shall be burned.
FT2
The horizontal test is generally

accepted as not being as severe
a test as the FT1 vertical. It is
required for all flexible cords and
is optional for appliance wire.
As Clause 4.11.2*,
Horizontal Test
The charred portion of the

specimen shall not exceed 100 mm
measured from end to end.
FT3
Dropping of flaming particles test

is a classification for cross linking
structures such as XLPE
insulation but is basically not
considered a flame spread
classification.
As Clause 4.11.3*,
Burning Particles
(Dropping) Test
Burning particles from the

specimen shall not cause the
newsprint to ignite (flame).
Fire Test Standards continued

TABLE 1 continued
Classification
Application
FT4
The vertical flame test in cable

trays is general purpose use
wire or cable and is comparable
to the UL vertical tray flame test.
As Clause 4.11.4*,
Vertical Flame Test
Cables in Cable Tray
The length of char shall not

exceed 1.5 m.
FT5
Flame resistance test is normally

used on portable cables for use
in underground workings or
mines such as type G-GC cable.
As Clause 4.11.5*,
Flame Resistance Test
Normally used on
Portable Cables for use
in Underground Workings.
The length of the burned area

shall not exceed 150 mm and
shall not continue to burn for
more than 4 min. following the
flame resistance test.
FT6
Horizontal flame and smoke test

cables for use in air handling
spaces (plenums). This test is
identical to UL 910.
National Fire Protection

Association 262-1985.
The maximum flame spread shall

be 1.5 m. The smoke density
shall be:
(i) 0.5 at peak optical density and
(ii) 0.15 at maximum average
optical density.
* Reference CSA Standard C22.2 No. 0.3-M1985
Test Procedure
Standard Criteria
FT1 & FT4 RATINGS

The CSA Standard for AC90, ACWU90 and TECK90 cables require
that all cables meet the Vertical Flame Test (FT1 Bunsen burner test)
to CSA Standard C22.2 No. 0.3. In addition, a much tougher level of
performance is specified in the CSA Vertical Flame TestCables in
Cable Tray to CSA Standard C22.2 No. 0.3.
FT4 TEST REQUIREMENT

The char distance must not be greater than 1.5 metres from the
point of flame impingement.
Typical Test Results
Type
FT4-rated PVC jacket
Standard PVC jacket
Flame
Spread
Acid Gas
Evolution
% by weight
0.8 m
2.5 m
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All Alcan ACWU90 and TECK90 cables meet both these levels of
flammability performance. Typical results are shown in the following
table. Compliance is indicated by the designation FT4 printed on the
outer PVC jacket and on shipping tags.
PVC-jacketed cables meeting the FT4 standard are accepted by the

National Building Code for installation in all parts of non-combustible
buildings, including vertical shafts and return air plenums. The 1994
Canadian Electrical Code Part I reflects an equivalent performance
level requirement, harmonizing the two major installation codes.
Note: Check with your provincial building code officials to ensure

compliance with local amendments.
The unjacketed construction, type AC90, is not required to meet the FT4
test. Its interlocked aluminum armour is considered equivalent to
insulated conductors in metal conduit and is highly resistant to flame
spread.
Note: Alcan does not represent that FT4-rated will not burn or propagate flame other
than expressly set forth in the above test conditions.
Fire Test Standards continued

Appendix B of the 1994 CEC explains the application of cables
bearing the FT1 and FT4 designations.
2-128 The flame spread requirements for wiring and cables in

buildings are located in the 1990 Edition of the National Building
Code as follows:
Combustible building construction .......................ARTICLE 3.1.4.3
Noncombustible building construction ......................ARTICLE 3.1.5.17
Plenum spaces in buildings ..................................ARTICLE 3.5.4.3
The markings for wires and cables meeting the flame spread
requirements of the National Building Code of Canada (without
additional fire protection) are:
FT1 - Wires and cables that are suitable for installation in buildings
of combustible construction; and
FT4 - Wires and cables that are suitable for installation in:
(a) buildings of noncombustible and combustible
construction; and
(b) spaces between a ceiling and floor, or ceiling and roof,
that may be used as a plenum in buildings of combustible
or noncombustible construction.
Wires and cables with combustible insulation, outer jackets or
sheaths that do not meet the above classifications should be located
in enclosed non-combustible raceways, masonry walls or concrete
slabs.
Wire and cable passing these tests will be marked FT1 or FT4 directly
on their jackets. They will be suitable for installation in buildings as
shown above.
FACTORY MUTUAL RATINGS
NOTICE
Alcan type ACWU90 and jacketed TECK90 armoured cables are

available with a Factory Mutual Group 2 rating and type AC90 and
unjacketed TECK90 are available with a Group 1 rating, to save on
your fire protection costs. Both types have been demonstrated to
withstand a four-hour firestop penetration test when tested with a
commercially available firestop sealant.
Products listed by Factory Mutual are identified by markings FMRC
followed by the marking GP-1 or GP-2 for Group 1 and Group 2
listings, respectively. Cables without jackets have FMRC markings
indented on the interlocked armour; cables with jackets carry markings
printed on the jacket, as well as markings indented on the armour.
Purchasers, installers and end-users of cables with non-metallic

coverings should note the following warning:
WARNING
FLAMMABLE: Non-metallic coverings of electric cable will
burn and may transmit fire when ignited.
TOXIC:
Burning non-metallic coverings may emit acid
gases which are highly toxic, and dense smoke.
CORROSIVE: Emission of acid gases may corrode metal in
the vicinity, such as sensitive instruments and
reinforcing rods in concrete.
L TECK90 XLPE (-40C) 1000V HL FT4 AG14 FMRC GP-2 CSA
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Splicing and Terminating Conductors

GENERAL
When splicing and terminating either aluminum or copper conductor,
care should be taken to ensure service continuity. Alcan Cable
recommends the following procedures for all cable connections:
1) Fittings:
Use only CSA-approved terminal lugs and

connectors marked AL9CU and AL7CU
which are suitable for both aluminum and
copper. If the equipment is not approved for
aluminum, an approved adapter such as a
Coppertail may be used.
2) Insulation:
Remove insulation from the conductor end by

pencilling; ringing can nick the conductor.
3) Cleaning:
Wire brush the exposed conductor end to

remove any oxide film. Coat with a suitable joint
compound to inhibit its reformation, thus
protecting the contact surfaces from air and
moisture.
4) Installation:
Insert the prepared cable end into the connector

or terminal lug and secure the connection.
Ensure that the correct tool and die are used for
compression fittings and that appropriate torque
is applied to bolted connectors.
5) Binding:
When connecting solid conductor with a binding

head screw, make a 3/4 loop under the screw
head and secure.
OUTDOOR ARMOURED CABLE TERMINATIONS

For outdoor terminations on Alcan ACWU90 and TECK90 cables such as
connections to overhead lines or outdoor bus, or where it is permitted to
discontinue the bonding conductor, we recommend the method shown
below. Typical examples are 1) in service entrances, in both single- and
multi-conductor constructions, where the neutral conductor also serves
as the ground path, and 2) in single-conductor feeders rated over 425
amps, where the bonding circuit is discontinuous in order to avoid sheath
circulating currents. Care must be taken to seal the cable ends properly
and to solidly bond the armour and bonding conductor wires at the other
end of the cable using a CU9AL or CU7AL rated connector bolted to the
equipment enclosure.
Multiple-Conductor Cables
1 As step 1 above.
2 Cut off the bonding conductor flush with the armour.
3 As step 3 above.
Note: Care must be taken to seal the exposed conductor by taping it with
a self-sealing rubber tape or heat shrink tubing. The goal is to prevent
water getting inside the insulation and the cable assembly.
SERVICES ABOVE AND BELOW GROUND
Alcan type ACWU90 and TECK90 cable may be used for services both in
the single- and multi-conductor form. Single-conductor services should
have all the bonding conductor wires attached to a common lug bolted to
the service equipment using a AL9CU connector.
PARALLEL CIRCUITS
For very large loads it is sometimes economical to parallel two or more
cables. When this is done, we strongly recommend that the lengths, size
and construction of the cables be identical and that multiple barrelled lugs
or crimp type flat lugs with separate screws or studs be used.
Single-Conductor Cables
1 Strip back armour and PVC jacket.
2 Fold the bonding conductor strands back over the armour.
3 Waterproof the whole termination by using CSA-approved wet rated
heat shrink tubing.
In order to obtain reasonably good load-sharing among the singleconductor cables, it is important that the impedance of each cable be
almost identical to that of the other cables of the same phase, and for
this reason we recommend the configurations shown on pages 21-23.
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Single- vs Multi-Conductor Constructions

GENERAL
It is well known and understood that installations of armoured cable
are more economical than pipe and wire installations. This is due
largely to the fact that the activities of conduit installation and wire
pulling are not required with armoured cable. Armoured cables are
readily available in single and multi-conductor constructions. There
are various aspects that should be taken into consideration when
choosing between these two.
The attractions of first-cost savings of single-conductor cable may
need to be tempered with other technical considerations. The firstcost savings may be much less than they first appear, and the integrity
of the circuit is subject to some potential pitfalls.
The cost savings from smaller conductors, sized in accordance
with Tables 1 and 3 of the code, are diminished by increased
armour, bonding conductor, or metal sheath, extra jacket cost, and
the addition of an external bonding conductor in large singleconductor cables.
The 70% derating for single conductors may call for a higher
equipment and cable cost than expected, when compared with the
80% derating for multiple-conductor cables. (Code Rule 8-104).
When comparing single-conductor to multiple-conductor cables,

fully account for the end-user energy conservation needs, and
ensure that all code rules, equipment limitations and health
concerns have been fully addressed.
Some of these technical concerns are outlined below. If assistance is
needed, do not hesitate to contact your nearest Alcan Cable sales
office.
COST OF MATERIAL
Recent analyses demonstrate that multi-conductor armoured cables
can be more cost-effective than single-conductor constructions for
many installations. While single-conductors can often save first costs,
due to higher ampacity ratings, this advantage is partially offset by the
extra cost of additional armour or sheath on singles vs only one on
multi-conductor cable.
COST OF LABOUR
Labour is often higher in single-conductor installations. Each phase
being an individual cable requires all the same handling procedures
as multi-conductor cables which contain all of the phases.
VOLTAGE DROP
A further effect of single-conductors in longer feeder circuits can be
increased voltage drop. This arises not only on account of the higher
resistance of the smaller conductors, but also on account of the
increased spacing between conductors in single-conductor systems.
It is a fact that greater spacing increases impedance and inductive
reactance, which is the main contribution to voltage drop.
The following table demonstrates the relative performance of
multi- vs single-conductor NUAL conductors in typical circuits.
MAXIMUM DISTANCE ALLOWED FOR 3% VOLTAGE DROP*

NUAL
Size
1/0
3/0
250
350
500
750
Single-Conductor
Multi-Conductor
Ampacity
Max distance Max distance
Ampacity
A (table 3)
for 3% V drop for 3% V drop
A (table 4)
190
96
174
120
255
108
190
165
330
112
214
215
415
115
223
260
515
118
236
330
670
116
253
405
Maximum distance in metres, not to exceed 3.01% voltage drop.

*For 600V, 3 phase, 3 wire system, 90% P.F. using 80% of ampacity.
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Single- vs Multi-Conductor Constructions continued

MAGNETIC FIELDS AND HARMONICS
The magnetic fields surrounding single-conductors can extend much
farther than those surrounding multiple-conductor cables. Concerns
have been expressed in some circles that magnetic fields may be
linked with cancer. The cautious consultant or end-user may wish to
exercise the option of minimizing magnetic field strengths until more
definitive medical evidence is available.
The nuisance effects of the magnetic fields can be both elusive and
expensive to correct. Typical nuisance effects involve the actions of
the magnetic fields on sensitive electronic equipment, such as
computers. In extreme cases, shielding and filtering of power supplies
may be the only way to remedy the situation.
The magnetic field from each conductor is nullified by those of the
neighbouring conductors in a three-phase system with a pure sine
wave form. In a four-conductor cable, the magnetic fields neutralize
almost totally within the cable. However, the fields of single
conductors can extend much farther, depending on the spacing
between the conductors.
Magnetic fields are amplified in circuits with high levels of third

harmonic currents and multiples of the third harmonic. These currents
are common today due to electronic devices which chop the wave
form of the voltage. One of the unexpected results is that third
harmonic magnetic fields in each of the three phases are additive, so
the magnetic field surrounding a group of three conductors can be
much greater than would be expected. This amplified magnetic field is
cancelled only by the field from the neutral conductor. In large singleconductor feeders, the neutral conductor is often located a significant
distance from some of the phase conductors, leading to propagation
of third harmonic magnetic fields to greater distances. The use of
multi-conductor cables will eliminate this concern, owing to their
close proximity.
Special precautions are necessary with single-conductor systems, in

addition to those previously mentioned. Accessories which totally
surround single-conductor cables, such as clamps and connectors,
must be non-ferrous to avoid magnetic hysteresis and eddy current
losses, which could lead to major overheating. Third harmonic
currents will greatly increase the magnetic losses in such
components. The current sharing between parallel conductors of the
same phase must be ensured by attention to phase configurations.
Sometimes imbalances in the current sharing can be present due to
inherent difficulties in complying with spacing requirements. It is
virtually impossible to balance the third harmonic currents equally
with any type of single-conductor phase configuration, although this
is automatically achieved with 4-conductor cables.
CIRCULATING CURRENTS
Single-conductor feeder circuits rated higher than 425 amps require
special measures to avoid circulating currents in the sheath, or
armour and bonding conductor, and massive derating. Non-magnetic
entry plates are required on the equipment enclosures at the end at
which the armour and bonding conductor is bonded to the enclosure.
The armour and bonding conductor must be isolated from grounded
metal and the outer metal of the other conductors at the other end by
means of an insulating entry plate. Similarly, the armour sheath must
be continuously insulated from grounded metal such as cable tray
or struts. This is accomplished with an outer PVC jacket over the

sheath or armour. (The outer jacket is not required in dry locations if
multiple-conductor cable is used.) Further, an external bonding
conductor must be provided for the group of single-conductors in
these higher ampacity circuits. This external bonding conductor is an
extra cost in the system which is often overlooked.
At the remote end of the cable, closest to the point of utilization, the
armour and bonding conductor will carry a significant potential
difference to ground whenever current flows in the central conductor.
If the armour becomes grounded by accidental contact with grounded
metal, a spark can be generated with considerable energy loss
an unexpected hazard for maintenance crews or non-electrical
tradespeople working in the area. For these reasons, installation of
single-conductor circuits in code-defined hazardous locations must
be avoided. See pages 12 and 13 for single-conductor termination
procedures.
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Single- vs Multi-Conductor Constructions continued

EQUIPMENT CERTIFICATION IMPLICATIONS
The connection of smaller conductors, as permitted by Tables 1 and 3
of the code, has a bearing on the performance of the electrical
equipment to which the cables are connected. The smaller conductors
operate at higher temperatures inside the equipment and their close
proximity compared to the major part of the run does not allow for the
same heat dissipation. Electrical equipment in fact relies to some
degree on the conductors to dissipate heat from the equipment.
Underwriters Laboratories Inc., in the United States, has taken a
strong position on this practice the certification of the equipment
is voided if it is connected in a manner that differs from the test. This
will assume greater importance as more UL-listed equipment appears
in Canada as a result of North American Free Trade Agreement.
According to Canadian Electrical Code rules, equipment which is
continuously loaded is subject to a derating (CEC Rule 8-104):
to 80% when connected to multiple-conductors
to 70% when connected to single-conductors
In practice, the calculated ampacity for selecting the correct cable and
equipment has to be increased by the reciprocal of these factors
about 14% higher for the sizing of conductors in single-conductor
circuits. This higher ampacity applies not only to the conductors, but
to the equipment as well. In some cases the equipment may need to
be increased in size for single-conductor installations, compared to
multi-conductors, due to the difference in derating factors. The singleconductor choice could turn out to be expensive under some
conditions.
Installation of Single-Conductor AC90, ACWU90 and TECK90 Cables

CIRCUITS RATED UP TO 425 AMPS INCLUSIVE
On any AC system, currents flowing in the centre conductor will
induce small currents in the concentrically applied bonding wires and
in the interlocked armour.
For circuit ampacities up to and including 425 amps these induced

currents do not affect the cable ampacity and may be neglected. We
recommend terminating the cables as follows: the bonding wires of all
cables entering the equipment enclosure should be bunched and
connected to the bonding screw of the terminal (2), the armour of
each cable should be attached to the entry plate by means of an
approved connector, and the entry plate should be aluminum or some
other non-magnetic conducting material (1).
Aluminum Plate
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Installation of Single-Conductor AC90, ACWU90 and TECK90 Cables continued

CIRCUITS RATED OVER 425 AMPS
For single-conductor cables rated over 425 amps, the induced current
in the concentric bonding conductor is potentially large and
precautions must be taken to interrupt it. It is recommended that the
cable at one end, preferably the supply end, enter the panel by means
of an aluminum plate (3) and that the bonding wires from each cable
be connected together in a common lug and bonded to the metallic
enclosure or grounding bus of the equipment (4). At the other end, the
cables should enter the panel through a non-conducting plate (5) and
the bonding wires cut off as in (6). It may be necessary to run an
external bonding conductor to bond the equipment at each end to
comply with code rules.
Aluminum Plate
Fibre Plate non-conducting
Note 1:
Single-conductor type AC90 cables, in circuits rated over 425 amps
and sized according to Table 3, C.E. Code Part I, ampacities are not
recommended due to the excessive risk of overheating caused by
circulating armour and bonding conductor currents. The PVC jacket
is the only practical, effective means of armour isolation from
grounded metal parts.
Note 2:
To avoid the heating effect caused by eddy currents, make certain, that
individual single conductor cables are not surrounded by magnetic
material. Avoid the use of steel or iron cable connectors or steel clips
on to steel supports.
Recommended Configuration for Parallel Operation of Single-Conductor Cables in Free Air

Single Phase
Two Conductors per Phase
x
Four Conductors per Phase

x
OR
x
x
OR
x
x
x
x
Three Conductors per Phase*

A
3x
* Precise load sharing is difficult with

3 conductors per phase and the configurations
shown represent the most practical compromise.
Alcan strongly recommends the use of one, two or four
conductors per phase due to the ease of achieving equal
current sharing in practical installations.
3x
N*
Note: (1) Neutral conductors may be located outside the above

groups in the most convenient manner or as shown.
(2) Not all the configurations shown provide precisely
equal load sharing. The imbalance is decreased as the
separation of the groups is increased relative to the
spacing of conductors within the group.
= One cable diameter (above ground).
A,B,C= Phase conductor designation.

N
= Neutral conductor designation.
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Recommended Configuration for Parallel Operation of Single-Conductor Cables in Free Air

Three Phase
Two Conductors per Phase
A
Three Conductors per Phase*

x
3x
OR
x
3x
OR
OR
x
C
A
C*
OR
A
x
A
x
A
x
A
x
* Precise load sharing is difficult with

3 conductors per phase and the configurations
shown represent the most practical compromise.
Alcan strongly recommends the use of one, two or four
conductors per phase due to the ease of achieving equal
current sharing in practical installations.
N*
Four Conductors per Phase
A
x
A
x
OR
OR
x
A
Note: (1) Neutral conductors may be located outside the above
groups in the most convenient manner or as shown.
(2) Not all the configurations shown provide precisely
equal load sharing. The imbalance is decreased as the
separation of the groups is increased relative to the
spacing of conductors within the group.
A
x
= Separation of groups equal to width of one group.
= One cable diameter (above ground).
A,B,C= Phase conductor designation.

N
= Neutral conductor designation.
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Ampacities and Installation Configurations for Single Conductors Buried in the Earth
Installation
Configuration
Conductor
Size
1
AWG or
kcmil
Copper
Detail Number
NUAL
Copper
NUAL
Copper
NUAL
Copper
NUAL
Copper
NUAL
Copper
NUAL
1/0
*203
*158
*220
*171
165
129
179
*140
2/0
*229
*178
*248
*193
186
145
202
*157
3/0
*258
*201
*280
*218
210
163
228
178
4/0
*291
*227
*315
*246
236
183
256
200
250
*421
*328
*317
*247
*343
*267
256
200
278
217
350
*500
*390
*520
*410
*375
*292
*408
*318
304
237
331
258
500
*605
*471
*630
*495
452
352
*489
*383
365
284
396
309
600
*659
*513
*682
*541
491
382
*534
*419
397
308
433
340
750
*845
*665
*745
*580
*775
*610
554
431
*596
469
447
348
482
379
1000
*980
*780
*846
*659
*890
*710
627
488
683
542
505
393
551
437
1500
*1176
*952
*1011
*821
*1068
*865
746
605
813
660
600
487
665
531
*These values cannot be used when the circuit is deemed to be carrying a continuous load.
Copper NUAL
Applicable Installation Configurations

Note: All dimensions in mm
B
190
915
915
915
Detail 3: 2 cables per phase
Detail 1: 1 cable per phase
B
190
190
C
190
C
190
B
190
B
190
190
C
610
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
610
190
190
190
915
915
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
190
915
A
190
190
190
915
190
190
190
610
190
190
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Ampacities and Installation Configurations for Single Conductors in Underground Ducts

Installation
Configuration
Conductor
Size
1
AWG or
kcmil
Copper
Detail Number
NUAL
Copper
NUAL
Copper
NUAL
Copper
NUAL
1/0
*231
*180
*201
*157
159
123
146
114
2/0
*264
*205
*228
*178
180
140
164
128
3/0
*301
*235
*260
*203
204
158
186
145
4/0
*345
*269
*296
*231
231
180
211
164
250
*379
*296
*325
*253
252
197
230
179
350
*461
*360
*391
*306
303
236
275
213
257
500
*564
*442
*475
*372
364
283
330
600
*621
*488
*521
409
404
314
365
284
750
*706
*556
589
464
448
349
406
315
1000
*823
*653
682
541
526
409
474
370
1500
*1004
*813
824
667
618
501
556
452
*These values cannot be used when the circuit is deemed to be carrying a continuous load.
Assumptions:
Load factor 100%
Conductor temperature 90C
Ambient temperature 20C
Thermal resistivity
(Deg. C-cm/watt)
Earth - 90
Duct bank - 85
Insulation/jacket - 400
Shield/sheath open-circuit
Non-magnetic duct
One cable per 5" duct
Applicable Installation Configurations

Note: All dimensions in mm
Detail 1: 1 conductor per phase
Detail 2: 2 conductors per phase
760
290
or
190
190
190
480
190
690
190
or
450
190
640
480
640
190
760
190
190
760
760
190
450

760
B
190
C
190
640
190
190
830
760
190
190
190
190
1200
190
640
190
190
830
190
190
or
190
190
190
190
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Application Rules
Section 4 - Conductors
4-004 AMPACITY OF WIRES AND CABLES
(SEE APPENDIX B OF 1994 CODE)
1) The maximum current which a copper conductor of a given size
and insulation may carry shall be as follows:
a) Single-conductor, and single-conductor metal sheathed or
armoured cable, in a free air run, as specified in Table 1; and
b) 1, 2, or 3 conductors in a run of raceway, or 2- or 3-conductor
cable, as specified in Table 2; and
c) 4 or more conductors in a run of raceway or cable, as specified
in Table 2 with the correction factors applied as specified in
Table 5C.
d) Single-conductor and single-conductor metal sheathed and
metal armoured cables in an underground run, as calculated by
the method of the IEEE/ICEA publication Power Cable
Ampacities, IEEE S135.
2) The maximum current which an aluminum conductor of a given
size and insulation may carry shall be as follows:
a) Single-conductor, and single-conductor metal sheathed or
armoured cable, in a free air run, as specified in Table 3; and
b) 1, 2, or 3 conductors in a run of raceway, or 2- or 3-conductor

cable, as specified in Table 4; and
c) 4 or more conductors in a run of raceway or cable, as specified
in Table 4 with the correction factors applied as specified in
Table 5C.
d) Single-conductor and single-conductor metal sheathed and
metal armoured cables in an underground run, as calculated by
the method of the IEEE/ICEA publication Power Cable
Ampacities, IEEE S135.
3) A neutral conductor which carries only the unbalanced current
from other conductors, as in the case of normally balanced
circuits of three or more conductors, shall not be counted in
determining ampacities as provided for in Subrules (1) and (2).
4) When a load is connected between a single-phase conductor and
the neutral, or between each of two phase conductors and the
neutral, of a three-phase, four-wire system, the common
conductor carries a current comparable to that in the phase
conductors and shall be counted in determining the ampacities as
provided for in Subrules (1) and (2).
5) The maximum allowable ampacity of neutral supported cable shall

be as specified in Table 36.
6) A bonding conductor shall not be counted in determining the
ampacities as provided for in Subrules (1) and (2).
7) The correction factors specified in this Rule:
a) Apply only to, and shall be determined from, the number of
power and lighting conductors in a cable or raceway; and
b) Shall not apply to conductors installed in auxiliary gutters.
8) The ambient correction factors of Table 5A shall apply where
conductors are installed in an ambient exceeding or anticipated to
exceed 30C.
9) Where single-conductors having a free air rating are run in contact
with each other, the ampacity shall be corrected by applying the
factors in Table 5B for up to four conductors in contact, and by
utilizing the ampacity of Table 2 or 4 where there are more than
four in contact.
10) Where multi-conductor cables are run in contact with each other
for distances exceeding 600 mm, the ampacity of the conductors
shall be corrected by applying the factors in Table 5C.
11) The ampacity of conductors of different temperature ratings
installed in the same raceway shall be determined on the basis of
the conductor having the lowest temperature rating.
12) The ampacity of conductors added to a raceway and the ampacity

of the conductors already in the raceway shall be determined in
accordance with the applicable Subrules.
13) Where more than one cable ampacity could apply for a given
circuit, the lower value shall be used, except that the higher
ampacity shall be permitted beyond the point of transition for a
maximum distance of 3 m or 10% of the circuit length figured at
the higher ampacity, whichever is less.
4-008 SHEATH CURRENTS IN SINGLE-CONDUCTOR METAL
SHEATHED CABLES (SEE APPENDIX B OF 1994 CODE)
1) Where sheath currents in single-conductor cables having
continuous sheaths of lead, aluminum or copper are likely to cause
the insulation of the conductors to be subjected to temperatures in
excess of the insulation ratings, the cables shall be:
a) Derated to 70% of current-carrying rating which would
otherwise apply; or
b) Derated in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations
by special permission; or
c) Installed in such a manner as to prevent the flow of sheath currents.
2) Circulating currents in single-conductor armoured cable shall be
treated in the same manner as sheath currents in Subrule (1).
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Section 12 - Wiring Methods

12-012 UNDERGROUND INSTALLATIONS
1) Direct buried conductors, cables or raceways shall be installed to
meet the minimum cover requirements of Table 53.
2) The minimum cover requirements shall be permitted to be
reduced by 150 mm where mechanical protection is placed in the
trench over the underground installation.
3) Mechanical protection shall consist of one of the following and,
when in flat form, shall be wide enough to extend at least 50 mm
beyond the conductor, cables or raceways on each side:
a) Treated planking at least 35 mm thick; or
b) Poured concrete at least 50 mm thick; or
c) Concrete slabs at least 50 mm thick; or
d) Concrete encasement at least 50 mm thick; or
e) Other acceptable material.
4) Direct buried conductors or cables shall be installed so that they
run adjacent to each other and do not cross over each other and
with a layer of 6 mm (nominal) screened sand or screened earth at
least 75 mm deep both above and below the conductors.
5) Where conductors or cables rise for terminations or splices or

where access is otherwise required, mechanical protection shall
be provided in the form of rigid conduit terminated vertically in the
trench and including a bushing or bell end fitting, or other
acceptable protection, at the bottom end from 300 mm above the
bottom of the trench to at least 2 m above finished grade, and
beyond that as may be required by other Rules of the Code, and
with sufficient slack provided in the conductors at the bottom end
of the conduit so that the conductors enter the conduit from a
vertical position.
6) Where deviation has been allowed in accordance with Rule 2-030,
cables buried directly in earth may be spliced or tapped in
trenches without the use of splice boxes and such splices and
taps shall be made by methods and with material approved for the
purpose.
7) Raceways or cables, if located in rock, may be installed at a lesser
depth entrenched into the rock in a trench not less than 150 mm
deep and grouted with concrete to the level of the rock surface.
8) Raceways may be installed directly beneath a concrete slab at
grade level provided the concrete slab is not less than a nominal
100 mm in thickness, the location is adequately marked, and the
raceway will not be subject to damage during or after installations.
9) Any form of mechanical protection which may adversely affect the

conductors or cable assemblies shall not be used.
2) A multi-conductor cable shall not contain circuits of different

systems except as permitted in Rule 12-3034.
10) Backfill containing large rock, paving materials, cinders, large or

sharply angular substances, or corrosive material shall not be placed
in an excavation where such materials may damage cables, raceways
or other substructures, prevent adequate compaction of fill, or
contribute to corrosion of cables, raceways or other substructures.
3) Where single-conductor cables are used, all single-conductor

cables of a circuit shall be of the same type and temperature rating
and, if run in parallel, shall be in accordance with Rule 12-108.
4) Single-conductor armoured cable used as a current-carrying
conductor shall be of a type having non-ferrous armour.
11) The initial installation shall be provided with adequate marking in

a conspicuous location to indicate the location and depth of the
underground installation.
5) A single-conductor cable carrying a current over 200 A shall be

run and supported in such a manner that the cable is not encircled
by ferrous material.
12) For installations not covered by the foregoing requirements of this

Rule, the requirements of CSA Standard CAN3-C22.3 No. 7-M86,
Underground Systems, or the appropriate authority, whichever is
greater, shall apply.
12-118 TERMINATION AND SPLICING

OF ALUMINUM CONDUCTORS
12-106 MULTI- AND SINGLE-CONDUCTOR CABLES

1) Where multi-conductor cable is used, all conductors shall be
contained in the same multi-conductor cable except that, where it
is necessary to run conductors in parallel due to the capacity of an
alternating current circuit, additional cables may be used provided
any one such cable includes an equal number of conductors from
each phase and the neutral and shall be in accordance with
Rule 12-108.
1) Adequate precaution shall be given to the termination and splicing

of aluminum conductors including the removal of insulation and
separators, the cleaning (wire brushing) of stranded conductors,
and the compatibility and installation of fittings.
2) A joint compound, capable of penetrating the oxide film and
preventing its reforming, shall be used for terminating or splicing
all sizes of stranded aluminum conductors, unless the termination
or splice is approved for use without compound and is so marked.
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Section 12 - Wiring Methods continued

3) Equipment connected to aluminum conductors shall be
specifically approved for the purpose and be so marked except:
a) Where the equipment has only leads for connection to the
supply; and
b) Equipment such as outlet boxes having only grounding
terminals.
4) Aluminum conductors shall not be terminated or spliced in wet
locations unless the termination or splice is adequately protected
against corrosion.
5) Field-assembled connections between aluminum lugs and
aluminum or copper bus bars or lugs, involving bolts or studs
3/8-inch diameter or larger, shall include as part of the joint any of
the following means of allowing for expansion of the parts:
a) A conical spring washer; or
b) A helical spring washer of the heavy series, provided that a flat
steel washer of thickness not less than one-sixth of the nominal
diameter of the bolt or stud is interposed between the helical
washer and any aluminum surface against which it would bear; or
c) Aluminum bolts or studs, provided that all the elements in the
assembled connection are of aluminum.
6) Connection of aluminum conductors to wiring devices having

wire binding terminal screws, about which conductors can be
looped under the head of the screw, shall be made by forming the
conductor in a clockwise direction around the screw into threefourths of a complete loop and only one conductor shall be
connected to any one screw.
Armoured Cable
12-600 ARMOURED CABLE WORK RULES
Rules 12-602 to 12-618 apply only to armoured cable work.
12-602 USE
1) Armoured cable may be installed in or on buildings or portions of
buildings of either combustible or non-combustible construction.
2) Armoured cable shall be of the type listed in Table 19 as suitable
for direct burial if used:
a) For underground runs; or
b) For circuits in masonry or concrete provided the cable is
encased or embedded in at least 50 mm of the masonry or
concrete; or
c) In locations where it will be exposed to weather, continuous
moisture, excessive humidity, or to oil or other substances
having a deteriorating effect on the insulation.
3) Notwithstanding Subrule (2), armoured cable which has the

armouring made wholly or in part of aluminum shall not be
embedded in concrete containing reinforcing steel unless:
a) The concrete is known to contain no chloride additives; or
b) The armour has been treated with a bituminous base of paint or
other means to prevent galvanic corrosion of the aluminum.
4) Where armoured cables are laid in or under cinders or cinder
concrete, they shall be protected from corrosive action by a
grouting of non-cinder concrete at least 25 mm thick entirely
surrounding them unless they are 450 mm or more under the
cinders or cinder concrete.
5) In buildings of non-combustible construction, armoured cables
having conductors not larger than 10 AWG copper or aluminum
may be laid on the face of the masonry or other material of which
the walls and ceiling are constructed and may be buried in the
plaster finish for extensions from existing outlets only.
Note: PVC jackets, as in on Alcan ACWU90 and TECK90, meet the condition set out in 3(b).
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12-604 PROTECTION FOR ARMOURED CABLES IN LANES
12-610 TERMINATING ARMOURED CABLE
If subject to mechanical injury and unless otherwise protected,

acceptable steel guards of not less than No. 10 MSG, adequately
secured, must be installed to protect armoured cables less than 2 m
above grade in lanes and driveways.
1) Where conductors issue from armour, they shall be protected from

abrasion:
a) By acceptable bushings of insulating material or equivalent
devices; or
b) By the sheath of lead-sheathed armoured cable.
12-606 USE OF THERMOPLASTIC COVERED ARMOURED CABLE

Armoured cable of the type listed in Table 19 as suitable for direct earth
burial and which has a thermoplastic outer covering shall only be used
where the outer covering will not be subjected to mechanical injury.
12-608 CONTINUITY OF ARMOURED CABLE
The armour of cables shall be mechanically and electrically
continuous throughout and shall be mechanically and electrically
secured to all equipment to which it is attached except that the leadsheath of lead-sheathed armoured cable need not be bonded.
2) Where conductors are 8 AWG or larger, copper or aluminum, such

protection shall consist of:
a) Insulated type bushings, unless the equipment is equipped with
a hub having a smoothly rounded throat; or
b) Insulating material fastened securely in place which will
separate the conductors from the armoured cable fittings and
afford adequate resistance to mechanical injury.
3) Where armoured cable is fastened to equipment, the connector or
clamp shall be of such design as to leave the insulating bushing or
its equivalent, or the end of the lead-sheath, visible for inspection.
4) Where conductors connected to open wiring issue from the ends
of armouring, they shall be protected with boxes or with fittings
having a separately bushed hole for each conductor.
5) Where lead-sheathed armoured cables are used in locations

where moisture may accumulate, a pothead or equivalent device
shall be used to protect the conductors from moisture and
mechanical injury at their point of issue from the lead sheathing.
12-612 PROXIMITY TO KNOB-AND-TUBE AND
NON-METALLIC SHEATHED CABLE SYSTEMS
Where armoured cable is used in a building in which concealed knoband-tube wiring or concealed non-metallic sheathed cable wiring is
installed, the cable shall not be fished if there is a possibility of
damage to the existing wire.
12-614 RADII OF BENDS IN ARMOURED CABLES
1) Where armoured cables are bent during installation, the radius of
the curve of the inner edge of the bends shall be at least 6 times
the internal diameter of the armoured cable.
12-616 CONCEALED ARMOURED CABLE INSTALLATION

1) Where armoured cable is run through studs, joists, or other
members, it shall be:
a) located so that its outer circumference is at least 32 mm from
the nearest edge of the members; or
b) Protected from mechanical injury where it passes through holes
in the members.
2) Where armoured cable is installed immediately behind baseboards,
it shall be protected from mechanical injury from driven nails.
12-618 RUNNING OF CABLE BETWEEN BOXES, ETC.
Armoured cable shall be supported between boxes and fittings in
accordance with Rule 12-510.
2) Where lead-sheathed armoured cable is used, the radius of the

curve of the inner edge of the bends shall be at least 10 times the
internal diameter of the armoured cable.
3) Bends shall be made without undue distortion of the armour and
without injury to its inner or outer surfaces.
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Cable Trays
12-2200 RESTRICTION OF USE
Cable trays shall not be used in any hazardous location except as
permitted by Rule 18-068.
12-2202 METHOD OF INSTALLATION
1) Cable trays shall be installed as a complete system using fittings
or other acceptable means to provide adequate cable support and
bending radius before the conductors are installed.
2) The maximum design load and associated support spacing shall
not exceed the values specified in Table 42.
3) Cable trays shall not pass through walls except where the walls
are constructed of noncombustible material.
4) Cable trays may extend vertically through floors in dry locations, if
provided with acceptable fire stops, and if totally enclosed where
passing through and for a minimum distance of 2 m above the
floor to provide adequate protection from mechanical injury.
5) Cable trays shall be adequately supported by noncombustible
supports.
6) Dead-ends of cable trays shall be closed by the use of end fittings.

7) The minimum clearances for cable trays shall be:
a) 150 mm vertical clearance, excluding depth of cable trays,
between cable trays installed in tiers except where cables of
2-inch diameter or greater may be installed, the clearance shall
be 300 mm; and
b) 300 mm vertical clearance from the top of the cable tray to all
ceilings, heating ducts, and heating equipment and 150 mm for
short length obstructions; and
c) 600 mm horizontal clearance on one side of cable trays mounted
adjacent to one another or to walls or other obstructions.
12-2204 CONDUCTORS IN CABLE TRAYS
1) Conductors for use in cable trays shall be listed in Table 19 and
except as permitted in Subrules (2) and (3) shall have a
continuous metal sheath or interlocking armour.
2) Type TC tray cable shall be permitted in cable trays in areas of
industrial establishments which are inaccessible to the public
provided the cable is:
a) Installed in conduit or other suitable raceway when not in cable

tray; and
b) Provided with mechanical protection where subject to damage
either during or after installation; and
c) No smaller than 1/0 AWG if a single-conductor is used; and
d) Installed only where qualified persons service the installation.
3) Conductors having moisture-resistant insulation and flame tested
non-metal coverings or sheaths of a type listed in Table 19 shall
be permitted in ventilated or non-ventilated cable trays where not
subject to damage during or after installation in:
a) Electrical equipment vaults and service rooms; and
b) In other locations which are inaccessible to the public and are
constructed as a service room where a deviation has been
allowed in accordance with Rule 2-030.
4) Single-conductors shall be fastened to prevent excessive
movement due to fault-current magnetic forces.
5) Where single-conductors are fastened to cable trays, precautions
shall be taken to prevent overheating of the fasteners due to
induction.
12-2206 JOINTS AND SPLICES WITHIN CABLE TRAYS

Where joints and splices are made on feeders or branch circuits
within cable trays, they shall be made and insulated by acceptable
methods and shall be in accessible locations.
12-2208 CONNECTION TO OTHER WIRING METHODS
Where cable trays are connected to other wiring methods, the
arrangement shall be such that the conductors will not be subject to
mechanical damage or abrasion, and such that effective bonding will
be maintained.
12-2210 PROVISIONS FOR BONDING
1) Where metal supports for metal cable trays are bolted to the tray
and are in good electrical contact with the grounded structural
metal frame of a building, the tray shall be deemed to be bonded
to ground.
2) Where the conditions of Subrule (1) do not apply, the metal cable
tray shall be adequately bonded at intervals not exceeding 15 m
and the size of bonding conductors shall be based on the
maximum rating or setting of an overcurrent device in the circuits
carried by the cable tray in accordance with the requirements of
Rule 10-814.
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12-2212 AMPACITIES OF CONDUCTORS IN CABLE TRAYS
1) In ventilated and ladder-type cable trays, where the air space
between conductors, cables or both is maintained at greater than
100% of the largest conductor or cable diameter, the ampacity of
the conductors or cables shall be the value specified in Paragraph
(a) or (b):
a) Single-conductors, single-conductor metal sheathed or
armoured cable and single-conductor mineral-insulated cable,
as specified in Tables 1 and 3; and
b) Multi-conductor cables as specified in Tables 2 and 4,
multiplied by the correction factor in Table 5C for the number of
conductors in each cable.
between conductors, cables or both is maintained at not less than
25% nor more than 100% of the largest conductor or cable
diameter, the ampacity of the conductors or cables shall be the
value specified in Subrule (1), multiplied by the correction factor
specified in Table 5D for the arrangement and number of
conductors or cables involved unless a derivation has been
allowed in accordance with Rule 2-030 for other correlation
factors.

between conductors, cables or both is less than 25%, and for any
spacing in non-ventilated cable tray, the ampacity of the
conductors or cables shall be the value as specified in Table 2 or 4
multiplied by the correction factor specified in Table 5C for the
total number of conductors in the cable trays.
4) In determining the total number of conductors in the cable tray in
Subrule (3), Rule 4-004(7) shall apply.
5) Where cable trays are located in room temperatures above 30C
the temperature correction factor of Table 5A shall be applied to
the ampacities determined from Subrules (1), (2) and (3) as
applicable.
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Allowable Ampacities and Conduit Fills

The following table has been compiled by Alcan Cable to consolidate
reference to Tables 1-4 of the Canadian Electrical Code. References to
these tables in related sections of the Rules of Application can be
cross-referenced to Alcans composite table. The composite table also

provides a simple conversion guide for finding equivalent cables in
copper and NUAL constructions.
CONDUCTOR AMPACITIES AND

MAXIMUM PERMISSIBLE NUMBER OF CONDUCTORS IN CONDUIT
AWG AMPACITY IN CONDUIT AMPACITY
IN FREE AIR
TABLES 2 & 4+
OR
TABLES 1 & 3+
TW75
RW90
RW90
KCMIL CU CU
NUAL
NUAL CU
14
15
15
20
12
20
20
15
25
20
10
30
30
25
40
30
8
45
45
30
70
45
6
65
65
*55 100
80
4
85
85
65 135
105
3 100 105
75 155
120
2 115 120
*95 180
140
1 130 140
105 210
165
1/0 150 155
120 245
190
2/0 175 **185
145 285
220
MAXIMUM PERMISSIBLE NUMBER OF CONDUCTORS IN CONDUIT

TYPES TW75 AND RW90 XLPE+
NOMINAL DIAMETER OF CONDUIT
1/2"
3/4"
9
7
5
2
1
1
1
1
15
12
9
4
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1" 11/4" 11/2"

25
44
60
20
35
47
15
26
36
7
12
17
4
7
10
3
5
7
2
4
6
2
4
5
1
3
4
1
2
3
1
1
3
2" 21/2"
99
142
78
111
60
85
28
40
16
23
12
17
10
15
9
13
6
9
5
8
5
7
3" 31/2"
200
200
171
200
131
176
62
83
36
48
27
36
23
31
20
27
14
19
12
16
10
14
4"
200
200
200
107
62
47
40
34
25
21
18
3/0
4/0
250
300
350
400
500
600
750
1000
1500
200
230
255
285
310
335
380
420
475
545
210
235
265
295
325
345
395
455
500
585
165 330
*185 385
215 425
240 480
260 530
290 575
330 660
370 740
405 845
480 1000
255
300
330
375
415
450
515
585
670
800
1020
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
4
3
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
6
5
4
3
3
2
1
1
1
1
1
9
7
6
5
4
4
3
3
2
1
1
12
10
8
7
6
5
4
4
3
2
1
15
13
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
For 3-wire 120/240 and 120/208V residential services or sub-services the allowable
ampacity for size 6 AWG shall be 60 amp, size 2 AWG shall be 100 amp and
4/0 shall be 200 amp. In this case the 5% adjustment per Rule 8-106(1) cannot be applied.
** For 3-wire 120/240 and 120/208V residential services or sub-services the allowable
ampacity for size 2/0 shall be 200 amp. In this case the 5% adjustment per Rule 8-106(1)
cannot be applied.
+ SOURCE: 1994 Canadian Electrical Code Part I, Table 6
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Table 5A
TABLE 5A
(See Rules 4-004(8), 12-2212 and Tables 1, 2, 3, 4, 57, 58 and D3)
CORRECTION FACTORS APPLYING TO TABLES 1, 2, 3 AND 4
AMPACITY CORRECTION FACTORS FOR AMBIENT TEMPERATURES ABOVE 30C
(These correction factors apply, column for column, to Tables 1, 2, 3, and 4)
60C
Ambient Type
Temp.
TW
C
0.82
40
0.71
45
0.58
50
0.41
55
60
70
75
80
90
100
120
140
75C
Types
RW75,
TW75
0.88
0.82
0.75
0.65
0.58
0.35
Correction Factor
85-90C
Types
110C
R90, RW90
See
T90, NYLON Note (2)
0.94
0.90
0.90
0.85
0.87
0.80
0.83
0.74
125C
See
Note (2)
0.95
0.92
0.89
0.86
200C
See
Note (2)
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
0.67
0.52
0.43
0.30
0.79
0.71
0.66
0.61
0.83
0.76
0.72
0.69
0.91
0.87
0.86
0.84
0.50
0.61
0.51
0.80
0.77
0.69
0.59
Notes:
(1) The ampacity of a given conductor type
at these higher ambient temperatures is
obtained by multiplying the appropriate
value from Table 1, 2, 3 or 4 by the
correction factor for that higher temperature.
(2) These ampacities are only applicable
under special circumstances where
the use of insulated conductors having
this temperature rating are acceptable.
Table 5B, Table 5C

TABLE 5B
TABLE 5C
(See Rule 4-004(9) and Tables 1 and D3)

CORRECTION FACTORS FOR TABLES 1 AND 3
WHERE FROM 2 TO 4 SINGLE-CONDUCTORS
ARE PRESENT AND IN CONTACT
(See Rules 4-004 and 12-2212

and Tables 2 and 4)
AMPACITY CORRECTION FACTORS
FOR TABLES 2 AND 4
Number of Conductors Correction Factors

0.90
2
0.85
3
0.80
4
Notes:
(1) Where four conductors form a
three-phase-with-neutral system,
the values for three conductors
may be used. Where three conductors
form a single-phase, three-wire system,
the values for two conductors may be used.
(2) Where more than four conductors are
in contact, the ratings for conductors
in raceways shall be used.
Number of Conductors
1 3
4 6
7 24
25 42
43 and up
Ampacity Correction Factor

1.00
0.80
0.70
0.60
0.50
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Table 5D, Table 8

TABLE 8
TABLE 5D
(See Rule 12-2212)
CURRENT RATING CORRECTION FACTORS WHERE
SPACINGS ARE MAINTAINED
(VENTILATED AND LADDER-TYPE CABLE TRAYS)
Number of
Conductors or Cables 1
Horizontally
1.00
Vertically
0.89
(See Rules 12-1014)

MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE PER CENT
CONDUIT AND TUBING FILL
6
Construction
0.93
0.83
0.87
0.79
0.84
0.76
0.83
0.75
0.82
0.74
1
Conductors or multi-conductor
cables (not lead-sheathed)
Lead-sheathed conductors or
multi-conductor cables
Number of Conductors or
Multi-conductor Cables
2
3
4
Over 4
53
31
40
40
40
55
30
40
38
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Table 9
TABLE 9
(See Rule 12-1014)
CROSS-SECTIONAL AREAS OF CONDUIT AND TUBING
Trade
Size
Inches
1
/2
3/4
1
11/4
11/2
2
21/2
3
31/2
4
41/2
5
6
Internal
Diameter
Inches
0.622
0.824
1.049
1.380
1.610
2.067
2.469
3.068
3.548
4.026
4.506
5.047
6.065
Percent Cross-Sectional Area of Conduit Square Inches

100%
0.30
0.53
0.86
1.50
2.04
3.36
4.79
7.38
9.90
12.72
15.94
20.00
28.89
55%
0.165
0.292
0.473
0.825
1.122
1.848
2.635
4.060
5.450
7.000
8.771
11.000
15.900
53%
0.159
0.281
0.456
0.795
1.081
1.780
2.540
3.910
5.250
6.745
8.452
10.600
15.320
40%
0.120
0.212
0.344
0.600
0.816
1.344
1.916
2.952
3.960
5.088
6.378
8.000
11.556
38%
0.114
0.202
0.327
0.570
0.776
1.277
1.820
2.805
3.765
4.840
6.060
7.600
10.980
35%
0.105
0.185
0.301
0.525
0.714
1.176
1.677
2.585
3.465
4.450
5.581
7.000
10.120
Note: The dimensions represent average conditions only and variations

will be found in dimensions of conduit and tubing of different manufacture.
31%
0.09
0.16
0.27
0.47
0.63
1.04
1.48
2.29
3.07
3.94
4.94
6.20
8.96
30%
0.090
0.159
0.258
0.450
0.612
1.008
1.437
2.214
2.970
3.820
4.784
6.000
8.670
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Table 10
(See Rule 12-1014)
DIMENSIONS OF INSULATED CONDUCTORS FOR CALCULATING CONDUIT AND TUBING FILL
Notes:1) Subject to the range of conductors and types of wires for which aluminum conductors are approved.
2) The dimensions represent average conditions only and variations will be found in dimensions of conductors of different manufacture.
RUBBER (THERMOSET) AND THERMOPLASTIC-INSULATED CONDUCTORS (0-600 V)
Size
AWG
kcmil
Types RW75
RW90, RW75 EP,
RW90 EP,
RW75 XLPE**
RW90 XLPE**
Diameter
Inches
14
14
14
12
12
12
10
10
10
8
6
4
(2/64) 0.171
(3/64) 0.024*
(2/64) 0.188
(3/64) 0.221*
0.242
0.311
0.397
0.452
Area
Inches2
0.0230
0.0327*
0.0278
0.0384*
0.0460
0.0760
0.1238
0.1605
Types TW, TW75,

RW75 XLPE
RW90 XLPE
R90 Silicone,
R90 XLPE
Diameter
Inches
0.131
0.166
0.148
0.183
0.168
0.204
0.248
0.323
0.372
Area
Inches2
0.0135
0.0216
0.0172
0.0263
0.0224
0.0327
0.0475
0.0819
0.1087
Types TWU,
RWU75 XLPE
RWU90 XLPE
Diameter
Inches
0.193
0.209
0.230
0.324
0.363
0.412
Area
Inches2
0.0293
0.0343
0.0415
0.0824
0.1035
0.1333
Types RWU75 EP
RWU90 EP
Diameter
Inches
0.231
0.247
0.268
0.345
0.456
0.505
Area
Inches2
0.0419
0.0479
0.0564
0.0935
0.1633
0.2003
Type T90 Nylon
Diameter
Inches
Area
Inches2
0.105
0.0087
0.122
0.0117
0.153
0.219
0.257
0.328
0.0184
0.0377
0.0519
0.0845
3
2
1
0
00
000
0000
250
300
350
400
500
600
700
750
800
900
1000
1250
1500
1750
2000
0.481
0.513
0.588
0.629
0.675
0.727
0.785
0.868
0.933
0.985
1.032
1.119
1.233
1.304
1.339
1.372
1.435
1.494
1.676
1.801
1.916
2.021
0.1817
0.2067
0.2715
0.3107
0.3578
0.4151
0.4840
0.5917
0.6837
0.7620
0.8365
0.9834
1.1940
1.3355
1.4082
1.4784
1.6173
1.7531
2.2062
2.5475
2.8895
3.2079
0.401
0.433
0.508
0.549
0.595
0.647
0.705
0.788
0.843
0.895
0.942
1.029
1.143
1.214
1.249
1.282
1.345
1.404
1.577
1.702
1.817
1.922
0.1263
0.1473
0.2027
0.2367
0.2781
0.3288
0.3904
0.4877
0.5581
0.6291
0.6969
0.8316
1.0261
1.1575
1.2252
1.2908
1.4208
1.5482
1.9532
2.2748
2.5930
2.9013
0.440
0.473
0.544
0.585
0.632
0.684
0.744
0.822
0.878
0.930
0.978
1.064
1.180
1.252
1.287
1.321
1.385
1.444
1.616
1.741
1.858
1.966
0.1521
0.1757
0.2324
0.2688
0.3137
0.3675
0.4347
0.5307
0.6055
0.6793
0.7512
0.8891
1.0936
1.2311
1.3009
1.3706
1.5066
1.6377
2.0510
2.3806
2.7113
3.0357
0.533
0.566
0.649
0.690
0.737
0.789
0.849
0.977
1.033
1.085
1.133
1.219
1.301
1.373
1.408
1.442
1.506
1.565
1.809
1.934
2.051
2.159
* These are dimensions for Types RW75 and R90.

Dimensions of R90 Silicone in sizes 14 to 10 AWG. Dimensions of R90 Silicone in sizes 8 AWG and larger are the same as Type TW.
Dimensions for Types RW75 XLPE, R90 XLPE, RW90 XLPE, RWU75 XLPE and RWU90 XLPE conductors without a jacket.
** Dimensions for Types RW75 XLPE and RW90 XLPE conductors with a jacket.
0.2231
0.2516
0.3308
0.3739
0.4266
0.4889
0.5661
0.7497
0.8381
0.9246
1.0082
1.1671
1.3294
1.4806
1.5570
1.6331
1.7813
1,9236
2.5702
2.9377
3.3039
3.6610
0.356
0.388
0.450
0.491
0.537
0.588
0.646
0.716
0.771
0.822
0.869
0.955
0.0995
0.1182
0.1590
0.1893
0.2265
0.2715
0.3278
0.4026
0.4669
0.5307
0.5931
0.7163
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Table 19
TABLE 19
(See Rules 4-006, 6-300, 12-100, 12-302, 12-404, 12-602, 12-606, 12-902, 12-904, 12-1608, 12-2104, 12-2204, 16-112, 16-210, 22-200, 22-202, 22-204, 22-206, 26-642,
30-312, 30-1004, 30-1102, 32-100, 32-202, 34-216, 38-006, 54-100, 56-704, 60-302, 74-004, 78-104, 80-004 and Tables 1, 2, 3, 4 and D1)
CONDITIONS OF USE AND MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE CONDUCTOR TEMPERATURE OF WIRES AND CABLES
OTHER THAN FLEXIBLE CORDS, PORTABLE POWER CABLES AND EQUIPMENT WIRES
Conditions of Use
Trade Designation
CSA Type Designation
Maximum Allowable
Conductor Temperature C
Reference
Notes
90
90
90
4, 10, 12
4, 10, 12
2, 4, 10, 12
For exposed wiring in dry locations only
Armoured Cable
For exposed wiring in dry locations where

exposed to corrosive action, if suitable for
corrosive conditions encountered
Armoured Cable
TECK90
AC90
TECK90
For exposed wiring in dry locations where

not exposed to mechanical injury
Non-metallic Sheathed Cable
NMD90
90
23
For exposed wiring in dry locations and

in Category 1 and 2 locations, where not
exposed to mechanical injury
Non-metallic Sheathed Cable
NMW, NMWU
60
23
For exposed wiring in dry or damp

locations
For exposed wiring in wet

locations
R90
90
4, 9, 10, 11,
12
Thermoplastic-Insulated
Cable
TW
60
Nylon-Jacketed
T90 NYLON
90
14
Non-metallic Sheathed
Cable
NMD90
90
18, 23
Armoured Cable
TECK90
ACWU90
90
90
4, 7, 10, 12
4, 7, 10, 12
Rubber (Thermoset-)
Insulated Cable
RW75
RL90, RW90
75
90
4, 7, 10, 12
4, 7, 10, 12
Aluminum-Sheathed Cable
RA75
RA90
75
90
7
4, 7, 10, 12
Mineral-Insulated Cable
MI, LWMI
90
1, 7, 21
Cable
TW
TW 75
NMWU
60
75
60
4, 7
4, 7
7, 8, 23
Rubber (Thermoset-)
Insulated Cable
Cable
49
Conditions of Use
For exposed wiring where exposed
to the weather
For concealed wiring in dry

locations only
and damp locations
locations and in Category 1 and 2
locations where not exposed to
mechanical injury
Trade Designation
Maximum Allowable
Reference
Notes
Armoured Cable
TECK90
90
4, 10, 12
Rubber (Thermoset-)
Insulated Cable
RW75
R90, RW90
75
90
4, 10, 12
4, 10, 12
Cable
TW, TWU
TWU75
60
75
4
4
Neutral-Supported Cable
NS-1, NSF-2
75
Cable
Armoured Cable
NMWU
60
8, 23
TECK90
AC90
NMD90
90
90
90
4, 10, 12
4, 10, 12
18, 23
NMW, NMWU
60
23
Cable
Cable
For concealed wiring in wet

locations
For use in raceways, except

cable trays, in dry or damp
locations
Armoured Cable
TECK90
ACWU90
90
90
4, 7, 10, 12
4, 7, 10, 12
Cable
NMWU
60
7, 8, 23
RA75
RA90
75
90
7
4, 7, 10, 12
MI, LWMI
90
1, 7, 21
Rubber (Thermoset-)
Insulated Cable
R90
90
4, 9, 10, 11,
12
Cable
TW
60
Nylon Jacketed
Cable
T90 NYLON
90
14
51
Maximum Allowable
Rubber (Thermoset-)
Insulated Cable
RW75, RWU75
RW90, RWU90
75
90
4, 7, 10, 12
4, 7, 10, 12
Cable
TW, TWU
TW75, TWU75
60
75
4, 6, 7
4, 7
For use in ventilated, nonventilated and ladder-type cable

trays in dry locations only
Armoured Cable
AC90
TECK90
90
90
4, 10, 12
4, 10, 12
For use in ventilated, nonventilated and ladder-type cable

trays in wet locations
Armoured Cable
TECK90
ACWU90
90
90
4, 7, 10, 12
4, 7, 10, 12
RA75
RA90
75
90
7
4, 7, 10, 12
MI, LWMI
90
Rubber (Thermoset-)
Insulated Lead-Sheathed
Cable
RL90
90
4, 7, 10, 12
Conditions of Use
For use in raceways, except cable
trays, in wet locations
Trade Designation
Reference
Notes
For use in ventilated and nonventilated cable trays in vaults and

switch rooms
Rubber (Thermoset-)
Insulated Cable
RW75
RW90
75
90
4, 10, 12, 13
4, 10, 12, 13
For direct earth burial (with

protection as required by
inspection authority)
Armoured Cable
ACWU90
TECK90
90
90
4, 5, 10, 12
4, 5, 10, 12
Cable
NMWU
60
5, 23
Rubber (Thermoset-)
Insulated Cable
RWU75
RL90, RWU90
75
90
4, 5, 10, 12
4, 5, 10, 12
RA75
RA90
75
90
5
4, 5, 9, 10
MI, LWMI
90
1, 5, 21
Cable
TWU
TWU75
60
75
4, 5, 6
4, 5
Airport series lighting

cable
ASLC
90
22
Armoured Cable
AC90
ACWU90
TECK90
90
90
90
19
RA75
RA90
75
90
For direct earth burial (with

protection as required by
inspection authority)
For service entrance above ground
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Reference
Notes
Trade Designation
For service entrance above ground
MI
90
Neutral Supported Cable
NS-1
NSF-2
USEI90
USEB90
75
90
90
4, 5, 10, 12
4, 5, 10, 12, 15
Thermoplastic Insulated
Wire
TWU
TWU75
60
75
4, 5
4, 5
Rubber (Thermoset-)
Insulated Cable
RWU75
RWU90
75
90
4, 5, 10, 12
4, 5, 10, 12
Armoured Cable
TECK90
ACWU90
90
90
RA75
RA90
75
90
For high-voltage wiring in

luminous-tube signs
Luminous-Tube Sign Cable
GTO, GTOL
60
For use in raceways in hoistways

For use in Class 2 circuits, in
exposed or concealed wiring or
use in raceways, in dry or damp
locations
Hoistway Cable
Extra-Low-Voltage Control
Cable
LVT
60
60
For service entrance below ground
Service-Entrance Cable
Maximum Allowable
Conditions of Use
1, 21
5
5
16,17
For use in Class 2 circuits, in dry

locations in concealed wiring or
exposed wiring where not subject
to mechanical injury
Extra-Low-Voltage Control
Cable
ELC
60
20
For use when concealed indoors

under carpet squares, in dry or
damp locations
Flat Conductor Cable
FCC
60
For use in communication circuits

when exposed, concealed or used
in raceways, indoors in dry or
damp locations, or in ceiling air
handling plenums
Inside Wiring Cable

Z Station Wire
IWC
60
60
25
25
60
60
25
25
For use in communication and

community antenna distribution
circuits when exposed, concealed
or used in raceways, indoors in dry
or damp locations or in plenums
Coaxial Cable
CXC
60
27
For use in communication circuits,

when exposed, concealed, or used
in raceways, in dry or damp
locations, within and between
buildings
Communication Building
Cable
CBC
60
Premise Commun. Cable

Communication Cable
ZSW
PCC
MPP, CMP, MPR, CMR, MPG,
CMG, MP, CM, CMX, CMH
55
Conditions of Use
Trade Designation
Maximum Allowable
Reference
Notes

when concealed indoors under
carpet squares, in dry or
damp locations
Communication Flat
Cable
CFC
60
24

when exposed, concealed or used
damp locations, or in ceiling air
handling plenums
Flame and Smoke Tested

Cable
FSTC
60
25
For use in fire alarm, signal and

voice communication circuits
where exposed, concealed or used
damp locations
Fire Alarm and Signal

Cable
FAS
FAS 90
FAS 105
FAS 200
60
90
105
200
26
For use in raceways including

ventilated, non-ventilated and
ladder-type cable trays in wet
locations and where exposed to
weather
Tray Cable
TC
28
For use in cable trays in Class 1,

Division 2 and Class 2 hazardous
locations
Tray Cable
TC
28
For use in buildings in dry or damp

locations where exposed,
concealed or used in raceways, or
in plenums
Non-conductive Optical
Fiber Cable
OFNP, OFNR, OFNG,

OFN, OFNH
29

locations where exposed,
concealed or used in raceways, or
in plenums
Conductive Optical Fiber

Cable
OFCP, OFCR, OFCG,

OFC, OFCH
29

locations where exposed or
concealed
Hybrid Conductor
Cable
NMDH90
90
30
Notes
(1) A maximum sheath temperature of 250C is permissible for
mineral-insulated cable, provided the temperature at the
terminations does not exceed that specified in Tables 1 and 2.
Any protective covering provided shall be suitable for the
applicable sheath temperature.
(2) May be used where exposed to heat, grease or corrosive fumes,
if suitable for the corrosive condition.
(3) For bare or tinned copper conductors having individual strands

smaller in diameter than 0.015 inch, the maximum allowable
conductor temperature is 150C.
(4) When any of these types have an insulation or covering suitable
for installation and use at temperatures down to minus 40C,
they are surface printed with the type designation followed by
MINUS 40C or (-40C).
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(5) Conductors or cable assemblies acceptable for direct earth

burial may be used for underground services in accordance
with Rule 6-300.
(6) Types TW and TWU, when provided with a nylon jacket, are
also approved for use where adverse conditions may exist,
such as in oil refineries and around gasoline storage or pump
areas (e.g., where subjected to alkaline conditions in the
presence of petroleum solvents).
(13) Types RW75 and RW90, when used under Rule 12-2204,
are required to be flame-tested.
(14) When exposed to oil, Type T90 NYLON is limited to 60C.
(15) Type USEB90 shall have a non-metallic jacket over concentric
neutral conductor.
(16) Hoistway cables may also be provided with 90C insulation.
(7) Types suitable for use in wet locations may also be used in dry
or damp locations.
(17) Except for short runs not exceeding 1.5 m in length, the parallel
construction is intended for use in raceways in which the
cables are laid in.
(8) Type NMWU cable is not suitable for use in aerial spans.
(18) With thermoplastic jacket in damp locations.
(9) Types having silicone rubber insulation are surface marked

with the type designation followed by silicone
e.g., R90 (silicone).
(19) For dry locations only.
(10) Types having cross-linked polyethylene insulation are surface

marked with the type designation followed by X-Link or
XLPE e.g., R90 (X-Link) or R90 XLPE.
(21) Mineral-insulated cable having a stainless steel sheath requires

a separate grounding conductor. (See Rule 10-804(e)).
(11) Type R90 Silicone may be used to connect equipment which is

marked as requiring supply conductors having insulation
suitable for a temperature up to 125C.
(23) NMD90, NMW and NMWU were previously marked NMD-7,

NMW-9 and NMW-10 respectively.
(12) Types having ethylene-propylene insulation are surface marked

with the type designation followed by EP, e.g., R90 (EP).
(20) Type ELC cable is limited to Class 2 circuit application as per

Rule 16-210.
(22) Type ASLC is for use only in accordance with Section 74.
(24) CFC conductors that are used to electrically connect

communications equipment to a telecommunications network
shall not be smaller than 26 AWG copper. Conductors of 28
and 30 AWG copper shall be permitted for other types of
communications applications.
(29) OFNP, OFNR, OFNG, OFN, OFNH, OFCP, OFCR, OFCG, OFC
and OFCH shall have a minimum cable temperature rating of
60C. Cables having a temperature rating greater than 60C
shall be permitted provided that the temperature rating is
surface marked on the cable.
(25) FSTC, IWC, ZSW and PCC that meet with the flame-spread
requirements of Rule 2-128 for plenum spaces shall also be
permitted for communication circuits when exposed in ceiling
air handling plenums.
(30) The signalling conductors of a hybrid conductor cable shall not

be smaller than No. 24 AWG.
(26) Types FAS, FAS 90, FAS 105 and FAS 200 may be provided
with mechanical protection such as interlock armour or an
aluminum sheath, with or without overall thermoplastic
covering. A thermoplastic covering shall be provided over the
interlock armoured cable when installed in a damp location.
(27) CXC that meets the flame-spread requirements of Rule 2-128
for plenum spaces shall also be permitted for communication
and community antenna distribution circuits when exposed in
ceiling air handling plenums.
(28) The maximum allowable conductor temperature for Type TC
cables is dependent on the temperature rating of the cable so
marked.
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Tables 20-22
TABLE 20
TABLE 22
(See Rule 12-204 and 12-214)

SPACINGS FOR CONDUCTORS
(See Rule 12-3038)

SPACE FOR CONDUCTORS IN BOXES
Minimum Distance
Millimetres
Voltage
of Circuit
Volts
0 to 300
301 to 750
Between Conductors From Adjacent Surfaces

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13
100
25
TABLE 21
(See Rule 12-120)
SUPPORTING OF CONDUCTORS IN VERTICAL RUNS OF RACEWAYS
Conductor Size
AWG and kcmil
14 to 8
6 to 0
00 to 0000
250 to 350
Over 350 to 500
Over 500 to 750
Over 750
Note:
Maximum Distance - Metres

Copper
30
30
24
Aluminum
30
60
55
18
15
12
10
40
35
30
25
For installation of armoured cables in vertical raceways

please contact Alcan Cable for assistance.
Size of Conductor Usable Space Required

for Each Insulated
Conductor
AWG
Cubic Inches
14
12
10
8
6
1.5
1.75
2.25
2.75
4.5
Table 16
TABLE 16
(See Rules 10-518, 10-814, 10-816, 10-906, 12-1814, 24-104, 24-202, 66-202, 68-058 and 68-406)
MINIMUM SIZE CONDUCTORS FOR BONDING
RACEWAYS AND EQUIPMENT
Rating or setting of
Overcurrent Device in
Circuit Ahead of Equipment,
Conduit, etc.
Not Exceeding - Amperes
20
30
40
60
Size of Bonding Conductor

Copper Wire
AWG
Aluminum Wire
AWG
14
12
10
10
12
10
8
8
100
200
300
400
8
6
4
3
6
4
2
1
500
600
800
2
1
0
0
00
000
1000
1200
1600
2000
00
000
0000
250 kcmil
0000
250 kcmil
350 kcmil
400 kcmil
2500
3000
4000
5000
6000
350 kcmil
400 kcmil
500 kcmil
700 kcmil
800 kcmil
500 kcmil
600 kcmil
800 kcmil
1000 kcmil
1250 kcmil
NOTES:
(1) Refer to appendix B C.E.C.
Rule 10 - 814(1) for sizing
bonding conductors in factory
assembled cables.
(2) Refer to definitions in section
O C.E.C. for:Grounding Conductor
Bonding Conductor
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Table 17
TABLE 17
(See Rules 10-204, 10-206 and 10-812)
MINIMUM SIZE OF GROUNDING CONDUCTOR FOR AC
SYSTEMS OR COMMON GROUNDING CONDUCTOR
Size of Copper
Ampacity of Largest Service
Conductor or Equivalent for Grounding Conductor
AWG
Multiple Conductors
100 or less
101 to 125
126 to 165
8
6
4
166 to 200
201 to 260
3
2
261 to 355
356 to 475
Over 475
0
00
000
Note: The ampacity of the largest service conductor, or equivalent

if multiple-conductors are used, is to be determined from the
appropriate Code Table taking into consideration the number
of conductors in the conduit and the type of insulation.
Table 18
TABLE 18
(See Rule 10-812)
MINIMUM SIZE OF GROUNDING CONDUCTOR FOR
SERVICE RACEWAY AND SERVICE EQUIPMENT
Ampacity of
Largest Service Conductors
or Equivalent
for Multiple Conductors
Not Exceeding - Amperes
60
100
200
400
600
800
Over 800
Size of Grounding Conductor

Metal Conduit
Electrical
Copper Wire
or Pipe
Metallic Tubing
AWG
8
8
6
3
1
0
00
Inches
1
11/4
Inches
1
11/4
11/2
21/2
3
4
6
21/2
4
4
3/4
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Dimensions of Stranded Bare Copper and Aluminum Conductors

SIZE
AWG
20
18
16
14
12
10
8
6
4
3
2
1
1/0
2/0
3/0
4/0
250
300
350
400
500
600
750
1000
1250
1500
1750
2000
CONDUCTOR
AREA
Circ. Mils
mm2
1020
0.519
1620
0.823
2580
1.31
4110
2.08
6530
3.31
5.26
10380
16510
8.37
26240
13.30
41740
21.15
52620
26.66
66360
33.62
83690
42.41
105600
53.51
133100
67.44
167800
85.02
211600
107.22
kcmil
126.68
152.01
177.34
202.68
253.36
304.02
380.03
506.70
633.38
760.05
866.73
1013.40
sq. in.
.00080
.00128
.00203
.00323
.00513
.00816
.01297
.02061
.03278
.04133
.05212
.06573
.08291
.1045
.1318
.1662
.1963
.2356
.2749
.3142
.3927
.4712
.5890
.7854
.9817
1.178
1.374
1.571
NO.
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
19(18)
19(18)
19(18)
19(18)
19(18)
37(35)
37(35)
37(35)
37(35)
37(35)
61(58)
61(58)
61(58)
91
91
127
127
Reduced number of wires for compact strandings shown in parentheses.
WIRES
DIAMETER
mm
in.
0.31
.0121
0.39
.0152
0.49
.0192
0.61
.0242
0.77
.0305
0.98
.0385
1.23
.0486
1.55
.0612
1.96
.0772
2.30
.0867
2.47
.0974
1.69
.0664
1.89
.0745
2.13
.0837
2.39
.0940
2.68
.1055
2.09
.0822
2.31
.0900
2.47
.0973
2.64
.1040
2.95
.1162
2.52
.0992
2.82
.1109
3.25
.1280
2.98
.1172
3.26
.1284
2.98
.1174
3.19
.1255
Class B Standard
mm
in.
0.92
.036
1.16
.046
.058
1.46
1.84
.073
2.32
.092
2.95
.116
3.71
.146
4.67
.184
5.89
.232
6.60
.260
7.42
.292
8.43
.332
9.47
.373
10.64
.418
.470
11.94
.528
13.41
14.60
.575
16.00
.630
.681
17.30
.728
18.49
20.65
.813
22.68
.893
25.35
.998
29.26
1.152
32.47
1.289
35.86
1.412
38.76
1.526
41.45
1.632
NOMINAL CONDUCTOR DIAMETER

Compressed Round
mm
in.
1.78
2.25
2.86
3.60
4.53
5.71
6.40
7.20
8.18
9.19
10.32
11.58
13.00
14.16
15.52
16.78
17.94
20.03
22.00
24.59
23.38
31.76
34.78
37.60
40.21
.071
.089
.113
.142
.179
.225
.252
.282
.322
.362
.406
.456
.512
.558
.611
.661
.706
.789
.866
.968
1.117
1.250
1.370
1.479
1.583
Compact Round
mm
in.
3.40
4.29
5.41
6.05
6.87
7.60
8.55
9.57
10.8
12.1
13.2
14.5
15.7
16.7
18.7
20.7
23.0
26.9
.134
.169
.213
.238
.268
.299
.336
.376
.423
.475
.520
.570
.616
.659
.736
.813
.908
DC Resistance Values of Stranded Copper and Aluminum Conductors

Conductor
Size
AWG or kcmil
20
18
16
APPROXIMATE NET WEIGHT

kg per 1000 m
Lbs per 1000 ft.
Copper
Aluminum
Copper
Aluminum
3.15
4.70
5.02
7.46
7.97
11.9
14
12
10
18.9
30.0
47.7
8
6
4
75.9
121
192
242
305
385
9.12
14.5
12.7
20.2
32.1
51.0
81.0
129
162
205
259
326
411
518
653
AVERAGE DC RESISTANCE* +25C

Ohms% 1000 m
Ohms% 1000 ft.
Copper
Aluminum
Copper
Aluminum
10.5
34.6
6.64
21.8
4.18
13.7
8.61
5.42
3.41
2.14
1.35
0.848
0.673
.0553
.0423
.0335
.0266
0.211
0.167
0.142
0.118
0.101
0.0885
3.52
2.21
1.39
1.10
0.875
0.694
0.550
0.436
0.436
0.274
0.232
0.194
0.166
0.145
2.63
1.65
1.04
.653
.411
.258
.205
.163
.129
.102
.0811
.0643
.0510
.0432
.0360
.0308
.0270
8.89
5.59
2.71
1.70
1.07
.674
.424
250
300
350
400
500
600
750
1000
1150
1380
1610
1840
349
419
489
559
772
925
1080
1240
6.13
9.75
15.5
24.6
39.2
49.4
62.3
78.6
99.1
125
157
199
235
282
329
376
2300
2760
3450
4590
699
838
1050
1400
1540
1850
2320
3090
469
563
705
939
0.0708
0.0590
0.0472
0.0354
0.116
0.0967
0.0774
0.0580
.0216
.0180
.0144
.0108
.0354
.0295
.0236
.0177
1250
1500
1750
2000
5740
6890
8040
9091
1750
2100
2440
2790
3860
4630
5400
6180
1170
1410
1640
1880
0.0283
0.0236
0.0202
0.0177
0.0464
0.0387
0.0332
0.0290
.00863
.00719
.00616
.00539
.0142
.0118
.0101
.00885
3
2
1
1/0
2/0
3/0
4/0
485
611
771
972
23.1
36.7
58.3
73.5
92.7
117
147
186
234
296
.336
.267
.211
.168
.133
.105
.0836
.0708
.0590
.0506
.0442
* Approximate weights and average DC resistances are considered to apply to all types of strands.
Conductor data and metric equivalents in these tables are based where possible on EEMAC (Electro-Federation) recommendations current at time of compilation, otherwise on published ICEA standards.
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Table D6
RECOMMENDED* TIGHTENING TORQUES FOR WIRE BINDING
SCREWS,CONNECTORS WITH SLOTTED SCREWS
AND CONNECTORS FOR EXTERNAL DRIVE WRENCH
TABLE D6
Wire Size Tightening Torque

Pound-Inches
AWG kcmil
Wire Binding Screws
14-10
12
Connectors
14, 12 & 10
20
with Slotted
8
30
Screws
6&4
35
3 to 4/0 Incl.
40
1/0
175
Connectors
for
2/0
175
External
3/0
250
Drive
Wrench
4/0
250
250
350
300
350
350
350
400
350
400
500
600
400
700
400
750
400
800
450
900
450
1000
450
1250
600
1500
600
1750
600
2000
600
Type of Connection
* For proper termination of conductors,

it is very important that field connections
be made properly tight. In the absence
of manufacturers instructions on the
equipment, the torque values given in
Tables D6 and D7 are recommended.
Since it is normal for some relaxation
to occur in service, checking torque
values some time after installation is
not a reliable means of determining the
values of torque applied at installation.
Table D7
RECOMMENDED* TIGHTENING TORQUES FOR CONNECTORS
WITH HEXAGONAL SOCKET SCREWS
TABLE D7
Socket Size
(across flats)
Inches
5/32
3/16
7/32
1/4
5/16
3/8
1/2
9/16
Tightening Torque
Pound-Inches
100
120
150
175
250
350
450
600
* For proper termination of conductors,

it is very important that field connections
be made properly tight. In the absence
of manufacturers instructions on the
equipment, the torque values given in
Tables D6 and D7 are recommended.
Since it is normal for some relaxation
to occur in service, checking torque
values some time after installation is
not a reliable means of determining the
values of torque applied at installation.
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GLOSSARY
A
Abrasion Resistance - Ability of a metal or cable to resist surface wear.
ACM - Aluminum conductor material.
Adjacent Conductor - Any conductor next to another conductor either in the same
multi-conductor cable or in adjacent layers.
Alloy - A metal formed by the combination of two or more elements.
Alternating Current - An electric current that continually reverses its direction giving
a definite plus and minus wave form at fixed intervals.
American Wire Gage (AWG) - A standard system used in the United States for
designating the size of an electrical conductor based on a geometric
progression between two conductor sizes.
Ampere - The unit expressing the rate of flow of an electric current. The current produced
by a difference of potential of one volt across a resistance of one ohm.
Anneal - The process of controlled heating and cooling of a metal to achieve
predetermined characteristics as to tensile strength and elongation.
Armour - The outermost layer of a cable applied for mechanical protection usually
consisting of a layer or layers of a metallic tape, braid or served wires.
Attenuation - The measure of the loss of energy between the transmitting and
receiving terminal and depends on several external and internal factors.
B
Binder - A spirally served tape or thread used for holding assembled cable components
in place.
Bobbins - Metal spools used for taking up drawn wire and subsequently used for
payout packages in cabling and stranding equipment.
Bonding - A low impedance path obtained by permanently joining all non-currentcarrying metal parts to assure electrical continuity and having the capacity to
conduct safely and current likely to be imposed on it.
Braid - A fibrous or metallic group of filaments interwoven in cylindrical form to form a
covering over one or more wires.
C
Cable Filler - A material used in a multiple-core conductor cable to occupy space and
thus round up the cable, sometimes used to accomplish conductor spacing.
Cable Sheath - The outermost covering of a cable providing overall protection.
Cabling - The act of twisting together two or more insulated components by machine to
form a cable.
CEC - Canadian Electrical Code.
Circuit (Electric) - A conductive path over which an electric charge can flow.
Circular Mil - A unit of measure used to define the area of a wire. The area of a circle
one one-thousandth inches in diameter.
CMA - Circular Mil Area.
Coaxial - A cable configuration having two cylindrical conductors with coincidental
axes, such as, conductor with a tubular shield surrounding one conductor and
insulated from it.
Cold Bend - Generally refers to a test to determine cable or wire characteristics at low
temperatures.
Colour Code - Colour code is the use of different coloured insulated wires in a multiconductor cable for purposes of identification.
Compact Conductor - A concentric stranded conductor which after stranding, and on

subsequent layers in a multiple layered cable, is passed through a closing die
or roller die to reduce the diameter approximately 10%, thus eliminating the
normal interstices in the cable.
Composite Conductor - A composite conductor consists of two or more strands of
different metals, such as aluminum and steel, or copper and steel. (i.e., ACSR,
ACAR, AWAC).
Compressed Conductor - A concentric stranded conductor which after stranding, or
on subsequent layers of a multiple layered conductor, is passed through a die
to reduce the overall diameter approximately 3%.
Concentric-Lay Cable - A concentric-lay conductor or a multiple-conductor cable
composed of a central core surrounded by one or more layers of helically laid
conductors.
Concentric Neutral - A number of wires concentrically stranded about a cable for use
as a neutral.
Conventional Concentric Conductor - Conductor constructed with a central core
surrounded by one or more layers of helically laid wires. The direction of lay is
reversed in successive layers, and generally with an increase in length of lay for
successive layers.
Conductivity - A term used in describing the capability of a conductor to carry electric
current. Usually expressed as a percent of a soft copper conductor which is
defined as being 100% conductive.
Conductor - A wire or combination of wires not insulated from one another, suitable for
carrying an electric current. A conductor may be used bare or insulated.
Connector - A mechanism used to unite two pieces of cable or cable to an apparatus,
both physically and electrically.
Control Cable - A multi-conductor cable made for operating in control or signal
circuits, usually flexible, relatively small in size, and with relatively small
current rating.
Core - In cables, a term used to denote a component or assembly of components over

which additional components, such as shield, sheath or armour, are applied.
Cross-linked - Intermolecular bonds produced between long chain molecules in a
material to increase molecular size by chemical or electron bombardment,
resulting in a change in physical properties in the material, usually improved
properties.
CSA - Canadian Standards Association.
Current Carrying Capacity - The current a conductor of a given size is capable of
carrying safely without exceeding its own temperature limitations, in a defined
set of conditions.
D
Design Voltage - Voltage for which a cable is designed.
Dielectric - A material with good electrical insulating characteristics, insulating
medium.
Dielectric Strength - A term used to define the degree of insulating characteristics
possessed by a dielectric.
Direct Current (DC) - An electrical current that flows in one direction only.
Drawing - The process of reducing a cylindrical rod or wire to a desired diameter by
pulling the wire through a die or series of dies, thus stretching the wire.
E
EC - Electrical conductor (electrical grade aluminum - now known as Alloy 1350).
Electromagnetic - Magnetism caused by the flow of an electric current.
Emergency Overloads - Loads which occur when larger than normal currents are
carried through a cable or wire over a certain period of time.
EPR - Ethylene-propylene Rubber.
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F
FMRC - Factory Mutual Research Corporation.
FT Fire Test.
G
Gauge - A term used to denote the physical size of a wire. See American Wire Gauge.
Galvanizing - A coating of some metal part (usually steel or iron) with zinc by dipping
or electroplating.
Ground - An electrical term meaning to connect to the earth or other large connecting
body serving as an earth, thus making a complete electrical circuit.
Insulation - A non-conductive material usually surrounding or separating two or more

conductive materials.
Insulation Resistance (IR) - As applied to wire and cable, is the amount of resistance
offered by the insulation on an insulated conductor to leakage current, usually
expressed in megohms per 1000 ft.
Insulator - A non-conducting substance such as porcelain, plastic, glass, rubber, etc.
J
Jacket - A covering put around an insulated conductor for the purpose of protection
and/or resistance.
Junction Box - A box used in an electrical circuit to enclose and permit access to
electrical connections.
Hard Drawn - Wire that has been drawn to a specific size without being annealed.
HV - High Voltage.
Hybrid Cable - A multi-conductor cable containing two or more types of cable and/or
metal.
Hygroscopic - Readily absorbing and retaining moisture.
Lay -
I
ID Internal Diameter.
IACS - International Annealed Copper Standard.
Impedance - The apparent resistance to flow of an alternating current. Generally
expressed in ohms.
The distance taken to complete one revolution of helically laid strands or strand
of wire around a central core.
Lay Direction - The direction in which the members of a cable are applied, the
direction of twist, normally referred to as left hand S or right hand Z. The
direction in which the strands diverge from an observer when looking
perpendicular to a cable end.
Line Voltage - The voltage existing in a phase conductor in an electrical circuit, either
phase-to-ground (neutral) or phase-to-phase.
M
Magnetic Field - The region within which a body or current experiences magnetic
force.
Marker Tape - A tape laid parallel to the conductors under the sheath in a cable,
imprinted with the manufacturers name and the specification to which the cable
is made.
Messenger - A bare cable used for its strength characteristics to support power
conductors and insulated power cables. A messenger can be used as a
conductor, partial conductor, or non-conductor.
Mono Filament - A term denoting a single strand filament as opposed to a braided or
twisted filament.
Multi-conductor Cable - More than one conductor within a single cable complex.
Mylar - A synthetic compound with high dielectric qualities. A product of DuPont.
Usually sold in film form. DuPont
N
NEC - National Electric Code. Equivalent to CSA Part I.
Neutral Conductor - In multiphase circuits the conductor used to carry unbalanced
current and in single phase systems the conductor used for a return current
path.
Nominal (NOM) - The preferred size or weight that is specified or indicated for a certain
cable element.
NUAL - Alcan Cables registered trade name for its ACM formula. NUAL is designated
AA 8030 by the Aluminum Association.
O
Ohm - A unit of electrical resistance, the resistance of a circuit in which a potential
difference of one volt produces a current of one ampere.
P
Peak Voltage - The maximum instantaneous voltage of an electrical circuit.
Proximity Effect - The phenomenon of non-uniform current distribution over the
cross-section of a conductor caused by the variation of the current in an
adjoining conductor.
R
Redraw - The consecutive drawing of wire through a series of dies to reach a desired
wire size.
Resistance - The property of an electric circuit which determines, for a given current,
the rate at which electric energy is converted into heat and has a value such that
the current squared, multiplied by the resistance, gives the power converted.
Rod - The solid round metallic form of copper and aluminum which is the most
effective shape from which to draw wire.
Rope-Lay Cable - A concentric stranded cable designed for flexibility with its individual
members made up of strands which are either concentric stranded or bunched.
S
Sag (Conductor) - The vertical distance between a suspended conductor and an
imaginary straight line connecting the points of suspension. Sag may be
measured at the mid-point between the suspensions, the lowest point of the
conductor or at any specified point.
Screw Extruder - A machine which accepts solid particles (pellet or powder) or liquid
(molten) feed; melts and conveys it through a surrounding barrel by means of a
rotating screw and pumps it, under pressure, through a die.
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SD - Service Drop cable.

SDC - Self Damping Conductors.
Sector Cable - A multicore cable in which the cross-section of each conductor is
substantially a section of a circle, an ellipse (oval), or a figure intermediate
between them; when cabled, contributes to a smaller overall diameter.
Self-Supporting Cable - Made with a steel support strand capable of supporting its
own weight across spans.
Semi-conductor - A non-conductive material made slightly conductive by the addition
of a specific sum of conductive material.
Semi-Rigid - A cable containing a flexible inner core and a relatively inflexible
sheathing.
Short Circuit - Loads which occur during fault conditions and are characterized by
very heavy current flow.
Skin Effect - In an alternating current system, a phenomenon that occurs at increased
frequencies causing an increase in resistance of the conductor leaving the outer
skin to carry most of the current. The phenomenon increases in intensity the
higher the frequency.
Solid Conductor - A conductor consisting of a single wire.
Spark Test - Test given to wire or cable to determine if there are defects in the
insulation.
Stranded Conductor - A conductor composed of a group of wires, or of any
combination of groups of wires.
Surface Resistivity - The resistance of a material between two opposite sides of a
squared unit (of measurement) of its surface.
T
Tensile Strength - A term denoting the greatest longitudinal tensile stress a substance
can bear without tearing apart or rupturing.
Thermal Aging - Exposure to a given thermal condition or a programmed series of

conditions for predescribed periods of time.
Thermal Expansion - The expansion of a material when subjected to heat.
Thermal Rating - The maximum and/or minimum temperature at which a material will
perform its function without undue degradation.
Thermal Resistance of a Cable - The resistance offered by the insulation of the flow
of heat from the conductor(s) to the sheath.
Thermoplastic (T) - Insulation that will soften and distort from its formed shape by
heating above a critical temperature peculiar to the material.
Thermosetting (R) - Term describing insulation that will not re-soften or distort from
its formed shape by heating until a destructive temperature is reached.
THHN - Thermoplastic insulated, high heat resistant, nylon-jacketed cable, 90C dry
location. T90 equivalent.
THW - Thermoplastic insulated, heat and moisture resistant cable, 75C dry and wet
location. TW75 equivalent.
THWN - Thermoplastic insulated, heat and moisture resistant, nylon-jacketed cable,
75C dry and wet location.
U
UL -
Underwriters Laboratory. Standards and tests that wire must meet in order to
receive UL approval.
Ultraviolet Degradation - The degradation caused by long-time exposure of a
material to sunlight or other ultraviolet rays containing radiation.
Unilay Conductor - Conductor constructed with a central core surrounded by more
than one layer of helically laid wires, all layers having a common length and
direction of lay.
USE-I - Underground service entrance cable, 75C wet location.
V
Volt - A unit of electromotive force. It is the difference in potential required to produce
a current of one ampere through one ohm of resistance.
Voltage Drop - A term expressing the amount of voltage loss from original input in a
conductor of given size and length.
W
Water Absorption Test - A method to determine the water absorbed through an
insulating material after a given water immersion period.
Watt - An electrical unit representing power. One hundred watts is the amount of
power dissipated, as heat, when a current of ten amps flows through one ohm
of resistance.
W/G - With ground.
W/O/G - Without ground.
Y
Yield Strength - The minimum stress at which a material will start to physically deform
without further increase in load.
BASIC METRIC CONVERSION FACTORS

CONVERT
circular mils
cubic inches
feet
inches
kcmil
kilograms
kilograms per kilometre
kilometres
kilometres
metres
metres
millimeters
pounds
pounds per foot
square inches
square inches
square millimetres
square millimetres
tons (long)
tons (long)
tons (metric)
tons (short)
tons (short)
INTO
square mils
litres
metres
centimetres
square millimetres
pounds
pounds per foot
miles
yards
feet
yards
inches
kilograms
kilograms per kilometre
circular mils
square millimetres
circular mils
square inches
kilograms
pounds
pounds
kilograms
pounds
MULTIPLY BY
0.7854
0.01639
0.3048
2.540
0.5067
2.205
0.00067197
0.6214
1 094
3.281
1.094
0.03937
0.4536
1488.16
1273.23
645.16
973.55
1.550 x 10-3
1016
2240
2205
907.18
2000
TEMPERATURE
C = (F -32) x 5/9
F = (C x 9/5) + 32
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THE 1996

Today, with cable plants spanning the continent, Alcan is a major

Section 12: Wiring Methods

Thermosetting wires (RW90 XLPE, RWU90 XLPE) to

Alcan Armoured Cables

Alcan AC90 Single-Conductor Cable

Alcan AC90 Multi-Conductor Cable

ACWU90 Multi-Conductor Cable

ACWU90 Single-Conductor Cable

ALCAN B 3/C 500 KCMIL AL ACM NUA

TECK90 Single-Conductor Cable

90C PVC LGE

TECK90 Multi-Conductor Cable

ALCAN B 3/C 750 KCMIL AL

ALCAN B 1/C 750 KCMIL AL A

Fire Test Standards

The vertical test is a residential

Burning shall cease within 60 s,

The horizontal test is generally

The charred portion of the

Dropping of flaming particles test

Burning particles from the

Fire Test Standards continued

The vertical flame test in cable

The length of char shall not

Flame resistance test is normally

The length of the burned area

Horizontal flame and smoke test

National Fire Protection

The maximum flame spread shall

* Reference CSA Standard C22.2 No. 0.3-M1985

FT1 & FT4 RATINGS

FT4 TEST REQUIREMENT

Typical Test Results

PVC-jacketed cables meeting the FT4 standard are accepted by the

Note: Check with your provincial building code officials to ensure

Fire Test Standards continued

2-128 The flame spread requirements for wiring and cables in

FACTORY MUTUAL RATINGS

Alcan type ACWU90 and jacketed TECK90 armoured cables are

Purchasers, installers and end-users of cables with non-metallic

L TECK90 XLPE (-40C) 1000V HL FT4 AG14 FMRC GP-2 CSA

Splicing and Terminating Conductors

Use only CSA-approved terminal lugs and

Remove insulation from the conductor end by

Wire brush the exposed conductor end to

Insert the prepared cable end into the connector

When connecting solid conductor with a binding

OUTDOOR ARMOURED CABLE TERMINATIONS

Single- vs Multi-Conductor Constructions

When comparing single-conductor to multiple-conductor cables,

MAXIMUM DISTANCE ALLOWED FOR 3% VOLTAGE DROP*

Maximum distance in metres, not to exceed 3.01% voltage drop.

Single- vs Multi-Conductor Constructions continued

Magnetic fields are amplified in circuits with high levels of third

Special precautions are necessary with single-conductor systems, in

or struts. This is accomplished with an outer PVC jacket over the

Single- vs Multi-Conductor Constructions continued

Installation of Single-Conductor AC90, ACWU90 and TECK90 Cables

For circuit ampacities up to and including 425 amps these induced

Installation of Single-Conductor AC90, ACWU90 and TECK90 Cables continued

Fibre Plate non-conducting

Recommended Configuration for Parallel Operation of Single-Conductor Cables in Free Air