{"product_id":"12-3-tray-cable-thhn-pvc-vntc","title":"12\/3 VNTC Tray Cable Type TC-ER (THHN PVC 600V)","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e12 AWG 3-Conductor VNTC (Vinyl Nylon Tray Cable) without Ground (Black\/Blue\/Red Conductors)\u003c\/b\u003e is a highly versatile, multi-conductor industrial power, branch circuit, and machinery control cable engineered for installation in open cable trays, structural conduits, and commercial wireways. Comprising three standalone 12 AWG stranded bare copper conductors twisted into a balanced round core, this Type TC (Tray Cable) assembly utilizes high-performance THHN\/THWN-2 insulation cores wrapped in a rugged, flame-retardant, and sunlight-resistant Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) outer jacket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThis specific variation utilizes \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"33\"\u003eBlack, Blue, and Red\u003c\/b\u003e insulation for explicit line-to-line identification in 3-phase systems. It provides a compact, moisture-resistant wiring system optimized for routing ungrounded 3-phase machinery feeds, delta transformer connections, fractional horsepower motor loops, and industrial control tracks where a separate structural grounding path is provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eAMPACITY RATINGS (NEC 310.16)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e60°C Terminal Rating: 20 AMPS\u003c\/b\u003e This is the baseline engineering safety rating. Use this value for final circuit sizing under normal operating conditions when connecting to legacy equipment terminals or standard breaker lugs restricted to 60°C constraints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e75°C Terminal Rating: 25 AMPS\u003c\/b\u003e This is the standard engineering design rating. Use this value for most standard modern terminal blocks, motor starters, and electrical distribution equipment, as most modern industrial termination lugs are rated for 75°C constraints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e90°C Terminal Rating: 30 AMPS\u003c\/b\u003e This is the maximum capacity rating. Use this value strictly as the baseline calculation factor when adjusting or derating for high ambient operating temperatures, or when bundling multiple tray cables together in tightly packed industrial raceways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e3-Phase Circuit Identification:\u003c\/b\u003e Features one Black, one Blue, and one Red conductor. This color scheme explicitly indicates a 3-phase line-to-line configuration without a neutral, preventing installation errors and speeding up phase tracing during termination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIndustrial Round Profile Construction:\u003c\/b\u003e Wires are twisted inside the jacket into a nested round layout, maximizing physical symmetry. This structural design ensures uniform pulling tension, high physical strength, and smooth feeding through multi-bend conduit runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDual THHN \/ THWN-2 Conductor Insulation:\u003c\/b\u003e Inner copper conductors are wrapped in high-dielectric PVC and topped with a rugged clear nylon skin. This dual-layer architecture ensures superior resistance to oil, gasoline, moisture, and insulation scraping during difficult installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDirect Burial \u0026amp; Sunlight Resistant:\u003c\/b\u003e Protected by an extruded, flame-retardant outer PVC jacket that forms an impermeable barrier against harsh ambient conditions, making it safe for open air tray runs, direct burial trenching, or wet environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHighly Conductive Bare Copper:\u003c\/b\u003e Manufactured with high-purity, soft-annealed stranded bare copper conductors to deliver optimal electrical conductivity, minimal line resistance, and sufficient physical flexibility for long pulled runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRigorous Industrial Flame Ratings:\u003c\/b\u003e Engineered to prevent the migration of fire across open structural paths, fully certified to pass the demanding IEEE 1202 \/ UL 1685 vertical tray flame tests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eCommon Applications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e3-Phase Industrial Motor Feeds:\u003c\/b\u003e Supplying continuous ungrounded power directly to small 3-phase field motors, industrial exhaust fans, pumps, and automated conveyor drives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCommercial \u0026amp; Industrial Lighting Networks:\u003c\/b\u003e Sizing high-voltage, 3-phase multi-wire branch lighting circuits, automated facility overhead lighting runs, and industrial LED banks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eControl \u0026amp; Signaling Pathways:\u003c\/b\u003e Routing continuous line-to-line control signals, heavy-duty safety interlock loops, and machinery contactor coils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUtility Feeder \u0026amp; Branch Distribution:\u003c\/b\u003e Pulling branch infrastructure connections through structural conduits, commercial utility tunnels, underground duct banks, or open-air wire mesh trays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHazardous Environment Deployment:\u003c\/b\u003e Approved under strict National Electrical Code provisions for installation within Class I, Division 2 hazardous industrial locations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eCircuit Identification: Black\/Blue\/Red Color Code\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eConductor 1:\u003c\/b\u003e Black Insulation (Phase A \/ Line 1)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eConductor 2:\u003c\/b\u003e Red Insulation (Phase B \/ Line 2)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eConductor 3:\u003c\/b\u003e Blue Insulation (Phase C \/ Line 3)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"14,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNote: Surface tracking information is continuously printed on the black outer PVC jacket for compliance auditing.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eConductor Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 12 AWG\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNumber of Wires:\u003c\/b\u003e 3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCable Geometry:\u003c\/b\u003e Round (Twisted Core)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eConductor Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Stranded Bare Copper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInsulation Material:\u003c\/b\u003e PVC with Nylon Skin (THHN\/THWN-2)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eJacket Material:\u003c\/b\u003e PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) - Black\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVoltage Rating:\u003c\/b\u003e 600 Volts RMS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaximum Temperature Rating:\u003c\/b\u003e 90°C Dry \/ 90°C Wet Continuous Operating\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFlame Test Ratings:\u003c\/b\u003e IEEE 1202, UL 1685 Vertical Tray Flame Test, FT4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,9,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,9,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCompliance Standards:\u003c\/b\u003e UL 1277 (Type TC), NEC Article 336, Type THHN\/THWN-2 Conductors, RoHS Compliant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnical Note:\u003c\/b\u003e When engineering layouts with 12 AWG multi-conductor tray cable, the installer must account for the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"116\"\u003eNEC \"Small Conductor\" rule (NEC 240.4(D))\u003c\/b\u003e. Even though the physical 90°C thermal threshold of a 12 AWG copper conductor allows it to carry 30 Amps safely, the electrical code mandates that the overcurrent protection device (the circuit breaker) cannot exceed \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"375\"\u003e20 Amps\u003c\/b\u003e under standard branch circuit conditions. However, the higher 30-Amp rating remains highly useful as a mathematical starting point when calculating derating penalties per NEC Article 310.15(C)(1) if multiple cables are bundled tightly together or routed through high ambient thermal paths inside industrial processing facilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCABLE TYPE:\u003c\/b\u003e 12 AWG \/ 3-Conductor Stranded Round THHN\/PVC Type TC Tray Cable (Black\/Red\/Blue, No Ground)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDISCLAIMER:\u003c\/b\u003e The technical information provided is for general reference only. Large-scale industrial control pathways, lighting grids, and tray layouts must strictly adhere to the National Electrical Code (NEC), local building structures, and relevant industrial safety parameters. 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