Utility Wire and Cable Solutions
Electrical excellence for every need
Whether it's oil and gas, power generation, healthcare or utility applications, wire and cable must perform under harsh, unforgiving conditions.
As the leading distributor in supplying Encore Wire's cable and wire products, Border States is prepared to support all your utility needs with our extensive inventory and industry expertise.
URD – TRI – XLPE
Available in sizes 6 AWG through 750 kcmil. Two black cross-link polyethylene (XLPE) insulated phase conductors are cabled together with one yellow, XLPE-insulated, neutral conductor. Conductors: Compact Stranded Aluminum Alloy 1350 Series per ASTM B230, ASTM B231, ASTM B609 and ASTM B836. Insulation: XLPE per UL-854 and ANSI/ICEA S-105-692. Black XLPE insulation on phase conductors, and yellow XLPE insulation on grounded neutral conductor.
- Superior weather, abrasion, crush and sunlight-resistant XLPE insulation.
- Conductors are surface printed for identification.
- Excellent ruggedized and mechanical protection.
- XLPE-insulated for utility underground applications. Non-NEC applications include direct burial, installation in electrical ducts or raceways.
URD – QUAD – XLPE
Available in sizes 4 AWG through 750 kcmil. Three black XLPE-insulated phase conductors cabled together with one yellow, XLPE-insulated, neutral conductor. Conductors: Compact Stranded Aluminum Alloy 1350 Series per ASTM B230, ASTM B231, ASTM B609 and ASTM B836. Insulation: XLPE per UL-854 and ANSI/ICEA S-105-692. Black XLPE insulation on phase conductors, and yellow XLPE insulation on grounded neutral conductor.
- Superior weather, abrasion, crush and sunlight-resistant XLPE insulation.
- Conductors are surface printed for identification.
- Excellent ruggedized and mechanical protection.
- XLPE-insulated for utility underground applications. Non-NEC applications include direct burial, installation in electrical ducts or raceways.
ACSR
Available in sizes 6 AWG through 4/0 AWG. Assembly: ACSR bare overhead supporting neutrals are concentric-lay stranded conductors with a single steel core wire or stranded steel core wires surrounded by one or more layers of helically applied aluminum alloy 1350 wires. Outer layer has right-handed lay. Conductors: Stranded, Concentric-Lay Aluminum 1350 Series with Steel Support Center Wire(s) per ASTM B232.
- Suitable for wet, damp and dry locations.
- Suitable for overhead transmission and distribution applications that require rated strengths for steel support.
- Overhead neutrals include Class AA for bare conductors commonly used in overhead lines and/or Class A conductors to be covered with weather-resistant materials.
Tracer wire
Available in sizes 14 AWG through 8 AWG. 30-volt styles have a 30-MIL insulation wall; 600-v styles have a 45-MIL insulation wall. Solid or stranded, soft uncoated, copper conductors. Colors are in accordance with the APWA Uniform Color Code: Yellow for gaseous materials; red for electrical lines; orange for communications; blue for potable water; green for sewers and drain lines. Other colors are available upon request.
- Suitable for wet, damp and dry locations.
- Excellent moisture, chemical, oil, crush and abrasion resistance.
- Permitted for direct burial.
- RoHS compliant.
Photovoltaic AL
Available in sizes 8 AWG through 1,000 kcmil. Outdoor rooftop PV source and outdoor circuits without raceways and raceways installed underground in wet locations. Conductors: Compact Stranded Conductors, Aluminum Alloy 8000 Series per ASTM B800, ASTM B801 and ASTM B836. Insulation: XLPE insulation per UL-44, UL-854 and UL-4703.
- Suitable for wet, damp and dry locations.
- Permitted for direct burial.
- RoHS compliant.
- Insulation compound is as rated sunlight-resistant in all sizes and colors.
Reel Payoff®
Benefits:
- Designed to simplify wire handling and improve productivity on job sites, offering substantial benefits for both efficiency and safety.
- Eliminates the need for additional jack stands or cumbersome setups, allowing users to roll the reel directly to the point of installation.
- Enables smooth, tangle-free wire dispensing, reducing setup time and minimizing waste due to wire damage.
- Reduces potential injuries and enhances safety on-site by eliminating the need for heavy lifting and extra equipment.
- Compact, easy to transport and supports faster, more organized installations, ultimately leading to lower labor costs and greater project efficiency, making it an ideal solution for industrial and commercial wiring needs.
Reel Payoff® Premium
Benefits:
- Takes wire handling to the next level, providing enhanced efficiency, safety and convenience for demanding job sites.
- Offers all the core benefits of the standard Reel Payoff® but with added durability and ease of use, ideal for larger-scale or high-intensity projects.
- Equipped with a smooth, free-spinning mechanism that allows for controlled, tangle-free wire dispensing directly from the reel, significantly reducing time spent on setup and wire management.
- Eliminates the need for additional jack stands, making it easier to maneuver and position, which minimizes physical strain and reduces the risk of injuries.
- Built for durability, can handle heavier loads and is designed to withstand the rigors of industrial environments, ultimately lowering labor costs and enhancing productivity on-site.
Use the Encore Wire Reel Calculator to determine the properly sized reels you need.
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