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Parent SKU : PPLEX3/0-3-BOY
SKU : PPLEX3/0-3-BOY-250
Purpose-built for high-leg delta and 480V industrial systems, this 3/0 AWG Priority-Plex® twisted assembly is designed to overcome the physical and logistical barriers of high-amperage installations. By factory-synchronizing three phase conductors into a single, cohesive twist, this cable removes the complexity of managing three separate reels and the physical strain of manual wire paralleling, ensuring a more efficient and safer pull for your crew.
Navigating 3/0 conductors through tight industrial raceways requires a cable that works with the installer, not against them. The Priority-Plex® configuration minimizes the "sweep" area required in conduit bends and reduces surface friction, allowing for a much smoother glide than loose conductors. This balanced architecture also ensures that pulling tension is distributed evenly across the bundle, protecting the insulation’s integrity during high-stress pulls.
480V System Identification: Features industry-standard Brown, Orange, and Yellow conductors for immediate circuit recognition and code-compliant termination in high-voltage panels.
Streamlined Site Logistics: Consolidating three heavy-gauge leads onto a single reel drastically reduces equipment setup time and the overall job site footprint.
Rugged XHHW-2 Shielding: The cross-linked polyethylene (XLP) insulation is optimized for maximum heat dissipation, chemical resistance, and long-term moisture protection in wet or dry locations.
AA-8000 Series Conductivity: Offers the high-volume current capacity needed for industrial services with a manageable weight profile that is significantly easier to handle than copper.
Conductor Size: 3/0 AWG
Number of Conductors: 3 (Twisted)
Color Code: Brown, Orange, Yellow
Ampacity: 155 Amps at 75°C / 175 Amps at 90°C (NEC Table 310.16)
Voltage: 600V
Insulation: Cross-linked Polyethylene (XLP), Type XHHW-2
Max Temp: 90°C (Wet/Dry)
Conductor Material: AA-8000 Series Aluminum Alloy
Standards: UL 44, UL 854, ASTM B800, B801, Federal Spec A-A-59544
Industrial 480V Services: The primary choice for supplying high-voltage power to heavy manufacturing machinery, compressors, and large motor control centers.
Commercial Distribution Hubs: Ideal for routing power from the main service entrance to large distribution panels in shopping centers and office towers.
Institutional Infrastructure: A reliable choice for university campuses, hospital wings, and government complexes where high-load stability is critical.
Complex Raceway Networks: The reduced surface contact of the twisted design makes it the superior choice for pulls involving multiple bends in heavy-wall PVC or rigid conduit.
Technical Note: All values are nominal and subject to industry tolerances and manufacturer corrections. Specifications are subject to change without notice. It is the buyer’s responsibility to verify that all materials meet the specific requirements of the project and comply with local electrical codes.
PRIORITY PART#: 3/0-03PPLEX-BOY
*All values are nominal and subject to correction. Ampacity is based on the National Electrical Code (NEC) for conductors in raceway or earth, adjusted for specific ambient conditions and fill factors as applicable.
| Wire Size (AWG/MCM) | 3/0 |
| Conductor Material | Aluminum |
| Conductor Type | Stranded |
| Outer Diameter (OD) (in/mm) | 1.16 in. / 29.5 mm |
| Conductor Count | 3 |
| Shield | Unshielded |
| Insulation Type | XLPE |
| UL Listing Numbers | UL 44, UL 1685, UL 2557 |
| Voltage Rating | 600/1000V |
| Ampacity Rating | 175 |
| Submersible | No |
| Sunlight Resistance Rating | Yes |
| Temperature Rating | 90ºC |
| Standards | UL44/C22.2 No.38 UL 1685 UL 2556 ASTM B800 ASTM B801 |
| Miscellaneous Information | All values are nominal and subject to correction. Ampacities for aluminum conductors in raceway or cable based on an ambient temperature of 30°C per NEC Table 310.16 for 3 current carrying conductors |
| Primary Applications | Power Distribution, Feeder and Branch Circuits |
| Common Uses |
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| Weight per Foot | 0.601 lb |
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 shipments are delivered Monday-Friday except on US Holidays. The order must be placed before 12pm CST to ship same day ( Mon-Fri Only).
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.
Parent SKU : PPLEX3/0-3-BOY
SKU : PPLEX3/0-3-BOY-250
Parent SKU : PPLEX3/0-3-BOY
SKU : PPLEX3/0-3-BOY-250
Purpose-built for high-leg delta and 480V industrial systems, this 3/0 AWG Priority-Plex® twisted assembly is designed to overcome the physical and logistical barriers of high-amperage installations. By factory-synchronizing three phase conductors into a single, cohesive twist, this cable removes the complexity of managing three separate reels and the physical strain of manual wire paralleling, ensuring a more efficient and safer pull for your crew.
Navigating 3/0 conductors through tight industrial raceways requires a cable that works with the installer, not against them. The Priority-Plex® configuration minimizes the "sweep" area required in conduit bends and reduces surface friction, allowing for a much smoother glide than loose conductors. This balanced architecture also ensures that pulling tension is distributed evenly across the bundle, protecting the insulation’s integrity during high-stress pulls.
480V System Identification: Features industry-standard Brown, Orange, and Yellow conductors for immediate circuit recognition and code-compliant termination in high-voltage panels.
Streamlined Site Logistics: Consolidating three heavy-gauge leads onto a single reel drastically reduces equipment setup time and the overall job site footprint.
Rugged XHHW-2 Shielding: The cross-linked polyethylene (XLP) insulation is optimized for maximum heat dissipation, chemical resistance, and long-term moisture protection in wet or dry locations.
AA-8000 Series Conductivity: Offers the high-volume current capacity needed for industrial services with a manageable weight profile that is significantly easier to handle than copper.
Conductor Size: 3/0 AWG
Number of Conductors: 3 (Twisted)
Color Code: Brown, Orange, Yellow
Ampacity: 155 Amps at 75°C / 175 Amps at 90°C (NEC Table 310.16)
Voltage: 600V
Insulation: Cross-linked Polyethylene (XLP), Type XHHW-2
Max Temp: 90°C (Wet/Dry)
Conductor Material: AA-8000 Series Aluminum Alloy
Standards: UL 44, UL 854, ASTM B800, B801, Federal Spec A-A-59544
Industrial 480V Services: The primary choice for supplying high-voltage power to heavy manufacturing machinery, compressors, and large motor control centers.
Commercial Distribution Hubs: Ideal for routing power from the main service entrance to large distribution panels in shopping centers and office towers.
Institutional Infrastructure: A reliable choice for university campuses, hospital wings, and government complexes where high-load stability is critical.
Complex Raceway Networks: The reduced surface contact of the twisted design makes it the superior choice for pulls involving multiple bends in heavy-wall PVC or rigid conduit.
Technical Note: All values are nominal and subject to industry tolerances and manufacturer corrections. Specifications are subject to change without notice. It is the buyer’s responsibility to verify that all materials meet the specific requirements of the project and comply with local electrical codes.
PRIORITY PART#: 3/0-03PPLEX-BOY
*All values are nominal and subject to correction. Ampacity is based on the National Electrical Code (NEC) for conductors in raceway or earth, adjusted for specific ambient conditions and fill factors as applicable.
| Wire Size (AWG/MCM) | 3/0 |
| Conductor Material | Aluminum |
| Conductor Type | Stranded |
| Outer Diameter (OD) (in/mm) | 1.16 in. / 29.5 mm |
| Conductor Count | 3 |
| Shield | Unshielded |
| Insulation Type | XLPE |
| UL Listing Numbers | UL 44, UL 1685, UL 2557 |
| Voltage Rating | 600/1000V |
| Ampacity Rating | 175 |
| Submersible | No |
| Sunlight Resistance Rating | Yes |
| Temperature Rating | 90ºC |
| Standards | UL44/C22.2 No.38 UL 1685 UL 2556 ASTM B800 ASTM B801 |
| Miscellaneous Information | All values are nominal and subject to correction. Ampacities for aluminum conductors in raceway or cable based on an ambient temperature of 30°C per NEC Table 310.16 for 3 current carrying conductors |
| Primary Applications | Power Distribution, Feeder and Branch Circuits |
| Common Uses |
|
| Weight per Foot | 0.601 lb |
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 shipments are delivered Monday-Friday except on US Holidays. The order must be placed before 12pm CST to ship same day ( Mon-Fri Only).
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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This 3/0 AWG, 3-conductor cable is specifically color-coded for 480V 3-phase industrial power distribution. The Brown, Orange, and Yellow phase identification is the industry standard for high-voltage commercial and industrial systems (typically 277/480V). It is commonly utilized as a feeder for mid-to-large scale industrial motors, commercial HVAC systems, and distribution panels where three phases are required without a neutral in the conduit run.
Managing three separate 3/0 conductors in an industrial environment can lead to "jamming" or "birdcaging" within the conduit. Priority-Plex® factory-twists these three phases into a single, synchronized helical bundle. This structural design ensures the conductors move as a single unit, significantly reducing pulling friction and preventing the wires from wedging against each other in 90-degree elbows. This reduces the physical labor required and speeds up installation times on high-voltage projects.
In high-voltage industrial applications, thermal stability and chemical resistance are critical for long-term safety. XHHW-2 insulation is made of Cross-Linked Polyethylene (XLPE), a thermoset material that offers superior heat resistance compared to standard PVC-based THHN. It will not melt or deform under emergency overload conditions or in high-ambient-temperature environments like mechanical rooms. Furthermore, XLPE provides excellent protection against moisture and industrial oils, ensuring the 480V power backbone remains stable.
The allowable ampacity for 3/0 Aluminum is determined by the temperature rating of the equipment terminations per NEC Table 310.16. For 75°C Terminations, it is rated for 155 Amps, and for 90°C Terminations, it is rated for 175 Amps. Because all three conductors in this Priority-Plex® bundle (Brown, Orange, and Yellow) are current-carrying phases, standard NEC adjustment factors must be applied if the cable is installed in a raceway with other circuits to prevent overheating.
Proper infrastructure is necessary to accommodate the diameter and stiffness of 3/0 AWG wire. To comply with the NEC 40% fill requirement, a 2-inch conduit is generally the minimum recommended for a 3-conductor 3/0 AWG twisted pull. Always use UL-listed AL9CU mechanical or compression lugs. It is a best practice to wire-brush the 8000-series aluminum alloy and apply an antioxidant joint compound before torquing the connection to the manufacturer’s specified tension to ensure a lifetime of low-resistance performance.
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