{"product_id":"12-awg-cathodic-protection-cable","title":"#12 AWG HMWPE Cathodic Protection Cable | 600V Direct Burial","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eThis #12 AWG HMWPE Cathodic Protection Cable is a precision-engineered, single-conductor wire designed for smaller-scale impressed current cathodic protection (ICCP) systems or as monitoring leads. Built to survive direct burial in aggressive soils and submersion in water, it provides a durable, high-conductivity path for corrosion mitigation on underground or submerged metallic structures.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eWhy Choose #12 AWG HMWPE Cable?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eWhile larger cables handle main feeder current, #12 AWG HMWPE is often the \"intelligence\" of the system, used for test leads, reference electrode wiring, or low-current anode connections. Standard insulation would quickly fail in the presence of the corrosive gases and moisture found in ground beds; High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (HMWPE) provides the specialized protection required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003eChemical \u0026amp; Gas Barrier:\u003c\/b\u003e The HMWPE jacket is specifically designed to resist the corrosive chlorine and hydrogen gases produced during the electrolytic process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003eMechanical Resilience:\u003c\/b\u003e Offers superior resistance to abrasion and environmental stress cracking, ensuring the conductor remains protected during the backfilling and soil-settling process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003eDirect Burial Performance:\u003c\/b\u003e Engineered to be buried directly in the earth without the need for conduit, significantly reducing installation labor and costs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003eEfficient Conductivity:\u003c\/b\u003e Features stranded bare copper to ensure reliable electrical performance and flexibility during terminal connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eTechnical Specifications: #12 AWG HMWPE\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003eConductor Size:\u003c\/b\u003e #12 AWG\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003eConductor Material:\u003c\/b\u003e Stranded Bare Copper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003eInsulation Material:\u003c\/b\u003e High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (HMWPE)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003eVoltage Rating:\u003c\/b\u003e 600V\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0\"\u003eTemperature Rating:\u003c\/b\u003e 75°C (167°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,5,0\"\u003eAmp Rating:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"12\" data-path-to-node=\"6,5,0\"\u003e25 Amps\u003c\/b\u003e (@ 75°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,6,0\"\u003eStandard Color:\u003c\/b\u003e Black (UV Resistant)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,7,0\"\u003eApprovals:\u003c\/b\u003e ASTM D-1248, ICEA S-95-658\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eCommon Applications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003eTest Leads:\u003c\/b\u003e Used to monitor the potential of buried pipelines and tanks at test stations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003eReference Electrodes:\u003c\/b\u003e Connecting permanent reference cells (like Copper\/Copper Sulfate) to monitoring equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003eSacrificial Anode Leads:\u003c\/b\u003e Wiring for smaller galvanic anodes in residential or light commercial applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003eMonitoring Systems:\u003c\/b\u003e Integrated into remote monitoring units (RMUs) to track the health of the cathodic protection system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eTechnical Note:\u003c\/b\u003e Because #12 AWG is a smaller conductor, it is particularly susceptible to mechanical breakage if the soil shifts significantly. Ensure there is adequate \"slack\" left in the trench during installation. As with all CP cables, any nick in the insulation will lead to rapid copper corrosion. For high-chlorine or hydrocarbon environments, a dual-insulated construction (HALAR\/HMWPE) is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wire America","offers":[{"title":"250 ft. Spool","offer_id":51981868892474,"sku":"CPC12-250","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 ft. Spool","offer_id":51981868925242,"sku":"CPC12-500","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 ft. 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