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Multi-conductor 250 MCM-3C Type W cable is a heavy-duty 2000V portable power cable designed for high-amp three-wire temporary power distribution, dynamic portable equipment, industrial pumps, and mining equipment. Common uses include generator tails, heavy industrial motor leads, shallow water dewatering pumps, shipyard power, and temporary jobsite distribution panels. Explore our complete Type W cable collection for additional conductor counts and sizes.
Per NEC Table 400.5(A)(2) and manufacturer specifications, a 250 MCM 3-conductor Type W cable rated at 90°C carries a maximum continuous ampacity of 402 Amps in free air (based on a 30°C ambient temperature). Always check derating factors and local electrical codes for your specific setup.
Yes. 250 MCM Type W cable features an extra-heavy-duty CPE jacket and EPR insulation rated for shallow water immersion, as well as wet or dry environments from -40°C to +90°C. It handles continuous UV sunlight, ozone, oils, and aggressive jobsite chemicals without breaking down.
No. Under NEC Article 400, multi-conductor flexible portable power cords are restricted to temporary power distribution and equipment leads. Unlike single-conductor Type W (which carries a dual RHH/RHW-2 building wire rating), multi-conductor Type W cannot be pulled through permanent building conduit or raceways.
250 MCM 3-Conductor Type W uses 627 fine strands of tinned copper per conductor for extra flexibility around tight corners. With a minimum bending radius rating of 6 times the overall outer diameter (2.29" OD), this cable requires a minimum bending radius of 13.74 inches (349.2 mm) for safe field routing.
While both are extra-heavy-duty 2000V portable power cables built with flexible tinned copper, EPR insulation, and a rugged CPE thermoset jacket, their grounding construction differs:
The three conductors inside a 250 MCM-3C Type W cable are color-coded Black, White, and Green for clear circuit identification. Per UL and CSA standards, the Green conductor is designated specifically for equipment grounding purposes.
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