10/2 STOW Flexible Cord | 600V

Parent SKU :  STOW10-2

SKU :  STOW10-2-250-GY

OIL, WATER & SUN-LIGHT RESISTANT. UL/CSA LISTED. -20°C TO 60°C TEMP RATING.
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Wire Size 10 AWG
Conductor Material Copper
Conductor Type Stranded
Outer Diameter 0.622 in. / 15.799 mm
Conductor Count 2
Voltage Rating 600V
Ampacity Rating 30
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STOW FLEXIBLE 600V CORD is used with portable tools; motors; floor maintenance, hospital and sound equipment; washing machines; portable lights, lamps and similar equipment. The acronym indicates it is a Service, Thermoplastic, Oil-resistant, and Weather-resistant cord. Characterized by a robust PVC jacket, STOW is flexible and resists oil, moisture, and abrasion and is popular for use in wet environments. For applications up to 600 volts and temperatures from -20°C to 60°C.

INSULATION:
Industrial grade Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) insulation.

2 CONDUCTOR COLORS:
Black, White

JACKET:
Industrial grade Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) jacket, which is oil, water and sunlight resistant. Gray or yellow jacket colors are normally available.

AMPS:
30


All values are nominal and subject to correction ** Amps shown are for current carrying conductors per NEC table 400.5(A)(1). A grounding conductor, or one which carries only the unbalanced current from other conductors, is NOT counted in determining current carrying capacity.

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Physical Specifications

Wire Size (AWG/MCM) 10 AWG
Conductor Material Copper
Conductor Type Stranded
Strand Count 104/30
Outer Diameter (OD) (in/mm) 0.622 in. / 15.799 mm
Jacket Type PVC
Conductor Count 2
Shield Unshielded
Insulation Type (PVC) Polyvinyl Chloride
UL Listing Numbers UL/CSA

Technical Specifications

Voltage Rating 600V
Ampacity Rating 30
Submersible No
Flexibility Rating Very Good
Sunlight Resistance Rating Yes
Temperature Rating 60ºC
Standards UL 62 Flexible Cords and Cables
CSA C22.2 No. 49 Flexible Cords and Cables
OSHA accepted
Miscellaneous Information All values are nominal and subject to correction ** Amps shown are for current carrying conductors per NEC table 400.5(A)(1). A grounding conductor, or one which carries only the unbalanced current from other conductors, is NOT counted in determining current carrying capacity.
RoHS Compliance Yes

Usage & Installation

Primary ApplicationsPortable tools, motors, floor maintenenance, hospital equipment, sound equipment, washing machines, portable lights, lamps, construction.
Common Uses
  • Heavy-duty extension cords
  • industrial machinery
  • power tools
  • and equipment on construction sites or factory floors.

Packaging & Dimensions:

Weight per Foot 0.217 lb

Shipping and Returns

Shipping and Returns

General Shipping Information

In-stock orders placed before 3pm EST typically ship within 1-2 business days. Our business days are Monday through Friday; we do not process orders on Saturday, Sunday, or major US Holidays.

You will receive an e-mail with a tracking number within 1-2 business days from the time its shipped. You will also be able to view your order status and tracking numbers in your account order history.

Expedited Shipping

Expedited shipments are delivered Monday-Friday except on US Holidays. The order must be placed before 12pm CST to ship same day ( Mon-Fri Only).

Returns

You have 30 days from the day you receive the item to contact us for a return. Returns are subject to a 30% Restocking Fee.

Please contact us at help@wireamerica.com to request a return authorization. Have your order number or name the order was placed with ready and we will email you an RMA (return) number and instructions for return. Currently, we do not offer exchanges. A new order must be placed if you need a different item. If you provide the new order number at the time of your return request, the restocking fee may be lowered.

Orders on any items with a material value of $50 or less are non-returnable.

STOW Flexible 600V Cord

Wire America | Wire Flexibility Series

This video shows the flexibility, size, jacket detail, conductor material and stranding of the Gray 12-3 STOW Flexible 600V Cord.

10/2 STOW Flexible Cord | 600V

Parent SKU :  STOW10-2

SKU :  STOW10-2-250-GY

OIL, WATER & SUN-LIGHT RESISTANT. UL/CSA LISTED. -20°C TO 60°C TEMP RATING.
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STOW FLEXIBLE 600V CORD is used with portable tools; motors; floor maintenance, hospital and sound equipment; washing machines; portable lights, lamps and similar equipment. The acronym indicates it is a Service, Thermoplastic, Oil-resistant, and Weather-resistant cord. Characterized by a robust PVC jacket, STOW is flexible and resists oil, moisture, and abrasion and is popular for use in wet environments. For applications up to 600 volts and temperatures from -20°C to 60°C.

INSULATION:
Industrial grade Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) insulation.

2 CONDUCTOR COLORS:
Black, White

JACKET:
Industrial grade Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) jacket, which is oil, water and sunlight resistant. Gray or yellow jacket colors are normally available.

AMPS:
30


All values are nominal and subject to correction ** Amps shown are for current carrying conductors per NEC table 400.5(A)(1). A grounding conductor, or one which carries only the unbalanced current from other conductors, is NOT counted in determining current carrying capacity.

See Full Specifications

See Full Specifications
Download Spec Sheet

Physical Specifications

Wire Size (AWG/MCM) 10 AWG
Conductor Material Copper
Conductor Type Stranded
Strand Count 104/30
Outer Diameter (OD) (in/mm) 0.622 in. / 15.799 mm
Jacket Type PVC
Conductor Count 2
Shield Unshielded
Insulation Type (PVC) Polyvinyl Chloride
UL Listing Numbers UL/CSA

Technical Specifications

Voltage Rating 600V
Ampacity Rating 30
Submersible No
Flexibility Rating Very Good
Sunlight Resistance Rating Yes
Temperature Rating 60ºC
Standards UL 62 Flexible Cords and Cables
CSA C22.2 No. 49 Flexible Cords and Cables
OSHA accepted
Miscellaneous Information All values are nominal and subject to correction ** Amps shown are for current carrying conductors per NEC table 400.5(A)(1). A grounding conductor, or one which carries only the unbalanced current from other conductors, is NOT counted in determining current carrying capacity.
RoHS Compliance Yes

Usage & Installation

Primary ApplicationsPortable tools, motors, floor maintenenance, hospital equipment, sound equipment, washing machines, portable lights, lamps, construction.
Common Uses
  • Heavy-duty extension cords
  • industrial machinery
  • power tools
  • and equipment on construction sites or factory floors.

Packaging & Dimensions:

Weight per Foot 0.217 lb

Shipping and Returns

Shipping and Returns

General Shipping Information

In-stock orders placed before 3pm EST typically ship within 1-2 business days. Our business days are Monday through Friday; we do not process orders on Saturday, Sunday, or major US Holidays.

You will receive an e-mail with a tracking number within 1-2 business days from the time its shipped. You will also be able to view your order status and tracking numbers in your account order history.

Expedited Shipping

Expedited shipments are delivered Monday-Friday except on US Holidays. The order must be placed before 12pm CST to ship same day ( Mon-Fri Only).

Returns

You have 30 days from the day you receive the item to contact us for a return. Returns are subject to a 30% Restocking Fee.

Please contact us at help@wireamerica.com to request a return authorization. Have your order number or name the order was placed with ready and we will email you an RMA (return) number and instructions for return. Currently, we do not offer exchanges. A new order must be placed if you need a different item. If you provide the new order number at the time of your return request, the restocking fee may be lowered.

Orders on any items with a material value of $50 or less are non-returnable.

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STOW Flexible 600V Cord

Wire America | Wire Flexibility Series

This video shows the flexibility, size, jacket detail, conductor material and stranding of the Gray 12-3 STOW Flexible 600V Cord.
10/2 STOW Flexible Cord | 600V
Full Specifications

Physical Specifications

Wire Size (AWG/MCM) 10 AWG
Conductor Material Copper
Conductor Type Stranded
Strand Count 104/30
Outer Diameter (OD) (in/mm) 0.622 in. / 15.799 mm
Jacket Type PVC
Conductor Count 2
Shield Unshielded
Insulation Type (PVC) Polyvinyl Chloride
UL Listing Numbers UL/CSA

Technical Specifications

Voltage Rating 600V
Ampacity Rating 30
Submersible No
Flexibility Rating Very Good
Sunlight Resistance Rating Yes
Temperature Rating 60ºC
Standards UL 62 Flexible Cords and Cables
CSA C22.2 No. 49 Flexible Cords and Cables
OSHA accepted
Miscellaneous Information All values are nominal and subject to correction ** Amps shown are for current carrying conductors per NEC table 400.5(A)(1). A grounding conductor, or one which carries only the unbalanced current from other conductors, is NOT counted in determining current carrying capacity.
RoHS Compliance Yes

Usage & Installation:

Primary ApplicationsPortable tools, motors, floor maintenenance, hospital equipment, sound equipment, washing machines, portable lights, lamps, construction.
Common Uses
  • Heavy-duty extension cords
  • industrial machinery
  • power tools
  • and equipment on construction sites or factory floors.

Packaging & Dimensions:

Weight per Foot 0.217 lb
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AWG, or American Wire Gauge, is the standard system used primarily in North America to measure the diameter of electrical conductors. This system is critical because a wire's size directly impacts its electrical resistance and how much current (ampacity) it can safely carry. A key principle is that the smaller the AWG number, the larger the wire's diameter; for instance, 12 AWG is thicker and can carry more current than 14 AWG. Sizes beyond 0 AWG are referred to as "aught" (e.g., 1/0, 2/0). Selecting the correct AWG is essential for safe electrical installations, preventing overheating, and minimizing voltage drop.
Voltage drop is the natural reduction in electrical potential that occurs as current travels through a circuit, from the power source to a device. This happens because all wires inherently have resistance, which converts some electrical energy into heat, leading to a loss of voltage. While minor voltage drop is normal, excessive amounts can cause problems like dimming lights, slow or overheating motors, and erratic electronic behavior. It can also lead to higher energy consumption and, in severe cases, create safety hazards due to overheating wires. Key factors influencing voltage drop include the wire's length and thickness (gauge), the amount of current flowing through it, and the quality of electrical connections.
In electrical wiring, amps (amperes) measure the rate of electrical current flow. Think of it as the volume of electricity moving through the wire at any given time. Crucially, every electrical wire has an ampacity rating, which is the maximum current it can safely carry continuously without overheating. Exceeding a wire's ampacity can lead to insulation damage and fire hazards, highlighting why proper wire sizing based on expected amperage is vital for safe electrical systems.
A wire's ampacity, or its safe current-carrying capacity, changes with temperature primarily because of two factors. First, the electrical resistance of copper and aluminum wires increases as they get hotter, causing them to generate more heat when current flows. Second, every wire's insulation has a maximum temperature limit; exceeding this can cause degradation and safety hazards. Therefore, in hotter environments, a wire must carry less current to avoid exceeding its insulation's temperature rating. This ensures the wire remains safe and functional, preventing overheating and potential failures.
We aim to provide authentic, precise images of each wire; however, with various product variations, it can be challenging. In such instances, we focus on showcasing the fundamental design. Always refer to the product specifications rather than relying solely on images.
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