3/0-3C Aluminum Tray Cable Type TC-ER with Ground (XHHW-2 PVC)

A heavy-duty 3/0 AWG 3-conductor aluminum tray cable (600V/1000V) engineered for power, control, signal, lighting, and branch circuit distribution in commercial, industrial, and utility environments. Constructed with Class B compact stranded 8000 series aluminum alloy conductors wrapped in flame-retardant XHHW-2 insulation, this cable is protected by a heavy-duty, sunlight- and moisture-resistant black Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) outer jacket. Featuring an Exposed Run (TC-ER-JP) rating, it can transition directly from cable trays to equipment or conduit without requiring metal armor or continuous conduit enclosures per NEC Article 336.

Engineered for Exposed Runs, Cable Trays & Direct Burial

When routing multi-conductor power lines across commercial facilities, industrial plants, or outdoor sites, installation flexibility and physical durability are critical. Type TC-ER 3/0 3-conductor aluminum cable eliminates the high cost and labor of pulling individual conductors through rigid conduit. It is approved for direct earth burial, aerial messenger wire support, outdoor tray runs, and wet/dry industrial environments exposed to oils, chemicals, and sunlight.

• Exposed Run Certified (TC-ER-JP): Listed for exposed runs between cable trays and utilization equipment or raceways per NEC Article 336, drastically reducing installation labor and conduit hardware costs.

• 3-Conductor Assembly with Ground: Contains 3 black insulated circuit conductors with ICEA Method 4 printed numbers ("1-One", "2-Two", "3-Three") plus 1 dedicated green insulated 4 AWG aluminum ground wire.

• XHHW-2 Core Insulation: Individual conductors feature heat- and moisture-resistant cross-linked polyethylene (XHHW-2) insulation rated for 90°C wet or dry locations.

• Industrial PVC Jacket: Tough black PVC outer sheath resists sunlight (UV), moisture, flame, petroleum oils (PRI/PRII), and direct burial earth pressure.

• Hazardous Locations Approved: Approved for Class 1 and Class 2, Division 2 industrial hazardous locations per the National Electrical Code.

Technical Specifications

• Conductor Size: 3/0 

• Number of Conductors: 3 Conductors + 1 Ground

• Ground Wire Size: 4 AWG Green Insulated

• Conductor Material: Class B Compact Stranded Bare 8000 Series Aluminum Alloy (ASTM B800/B801)

• Insulation Material: Flame-Retardant Cross-Linked Polyethylene (FR-XLPE / XHHW-2 per UL 44)

• Insulation Thickness: 0.055" (1.4 mm)

• Jacket Material: Heat, oil, moisture, and sunlight-resistant Black PVC per UL 1277

• Jacket Thickness: 0.080" (2.0 mm)

• Nominal Overall Diameter: 1.34" (34.04 mm)

• Net Weight: 924 lbs / kft

• Ampacity: 155 Amps @ 75°C / 175 Amps @ 90°C (NEC Table 310.16)

• Voltage Rating: 600V / 1000V

• Temperature Rating: 90°C Wet or Dry

• Color Code: ICEA Method 4 (Black insulation with printed numbers "1-One", "2-Two", "3-Three" and Green insulated ground)

• Industry Designation: 3/0-3C +4G AL TC-ER XLP/PVC M4 600V/1000V

• UL Listings & Code Approvals: UL Type TC-ER-JP, UL Standard 1277, UL 44 (XHHW-2), NEC Article 336, IEEE 1202/FT4 Flame Test, UL 2556, Direct Burial, Sunlight Resistant, Oil Resistant PRI/PRII, Gas & Oil Resistant GRI/GRII, Class 1 and Class 2, Division 2 Hazardous Locations

Common Applications

• Industrial Cable Trays & Raceways: Primary power, control, and branch circuit distribution across ladder trays, wireways, and open raceways in industrial plants.

• Exposed Equipment Connections (TC-ER): Routed open-air without conduit between cable trays, industrial machines, motor control centers (MCCs), and disconnect panels.

• Direct Burial & Outdoor Utility Runs: Approved for direct earth trenching without conduit sleeves for outdoor lighting, facility distribution, and subpanel runs.

• Class 1, Division 2 Hazardous Environments: Compliant for installation in chemical facilities, petroleum yards, processing plants, and industrial manufacturing sites.

Disclaimer: All values are nominal and subject to standard manufacturing tolerances and manufacturer corrections. Always verify local AHJ, NEC, and engineering guidelines prior to installation.

Engineered for Exposed Runs, Cable Trays & Direct Burial

When routing multi-conductor power lines across commercial facilities, industrial plants, or outdoor sites, installation flexibility and physical durability are critical. Type TC-ER 3/0 3-conductor aluminum cable eliminates the high cost and labor of pulling individual conductors through rigid conduit. It is approved for direct earth burial, aerial messenger wire support, outdoor tray runs, and wet/dry industrial environments exposed to oils, chemicals, and sunlight.

• Exposed Run Certified (TC-ER-JP): Listed for exposed runs between cable trays and utilization equipment or raceways per NEC Article 336, drastically reducing installation labor and conduit hardware costs.

• 3-Conductor Assembly with Ground: Contains 3 black insulated circuit conductors with ICEA Method 4 printed numbers ("1-One", "2-Two", "3-Three") plus 1 dedicated green insulated 4 AWG aluminum ground wire.

• XHHW-2 Core Insulation: Individual conductors feature heat- and moisture-resistant cross-linked polyethylene (XHHW-2) insulation rated for 90°C wet or dry locations.

• Industrial PVC Jacket: Tough black PVC outer sheath resists sunlight (UV), moisture, flame, petroleum oils (PRI/PRII), and direct burial earth pressure.

• Hazardous Locations Approved: Approved for Class 1 and Class 2, Division 2 industrial hazardous locations per the National Electrical Code.

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: 3/0-03TCG-XLP-ALUM

• Conductor Size: 3/0 AWG

• Number of Conductors: 3 Conductors

• Ground Wire Size: 4 AWG Green Insulated

• Conductor Material: Class B Compact Stranded Bare 8000 Series Aluminum Alloy (ASTM B800/B801)

• Insulation Material: Flame-Retardant Cross-Linked Polyethylene (FR-XLPE / XHHW-2 per UL 44)

• Insulation Thickness: 0.055" (1.4 mm)

• Jacket Material: Heat, oil, moisture, and sunlight-resistant Black PVC per UL 1277

• Jacket Thickness: 0.080" (2.0 mm)

• Nominal Overall Diameter: 1.34" (34.04 mm)

• Net Weight: 924 lbs / kft

• Ampacity: 155 Amps @ 75°C / 175 Amps @ 90°C (NEC Table 310.16)

• Voltage Rating: 600V / 1000V

• Temperature Rating: 90°C Wet or Dry

• Color Code: ICEA Method 4 (Black insulation with printed numbers "1-One", "2-Two", "3-Three" and Green insulated ground)

• Industry Designation: 3/0-3C +4G AL TC-ER XLP/PVC M4 600V/1000V

• UL Listings & Code Approvals: UL Type TC-ER-JP, UL Standard 1277, UL 44 (XHHW-2), NEC Article 336, IEEE 1202/FT4 Flame Test, UL 2556, Direct Burial, Sunlight Resistant, Oil Resistant PRI/PRII, Gas & Oil Resistant GRI/GRII, Class 1 and Class 2, Division 2 Hazardous Locations

Common Applications

• Industrial Cable Trays & Raceways: Primary power, control, and branch circuit distribution across ladder trays, wireways, and open raceways in industrial plants.

• Exposed Equipment Connections (TC-ER): Routed open-air without conduit between cable trays, industrial machines, motor control centers (MCCs), and disconnect panels.

• Direct Burial & Outdoor Utility Runs: Approved for direct earth trenching without conduit sleeves for outdoor lighting, facility distribution, and subpanel runs.

• Class 1, Division 2 Hazardous Environments: Compliant for installation in chemical facilities, petroleum yards, processing plants, and industrial manufacturing sites.

Disclaimer: All values are nominal and subject to standard manufacturing tolerances and manufacturer corrections. Always verify local AHJ, NEC, and engineering guidelines prior to installation.

• 150A to 155A 3-Phase 3-Wire Commercial Feeds: Supplying 208V, 240V, or 480V 3-phase delta feeder lines to commercial subpanels, outdoor equipment disconnects, and industrial distribution panels where a neutral is not required.
• Heavy Commercial & Industrial Motor Drives: Powering continuous heavy 3-phase industrial pumps, large HVAC chillers, manufacturing drives, and conveyor systems directly from overhead cable trays.
• Direct Burial Substation & Outbuilding Feeds: Direct-burying 150A to 175A feeder lines to detached commercial warehouses, agricultural structures, and equipment sheds without conduit sleeves.
• Commercial EV Fast-Charging Depots: Supplying high-amperage feeder circuits to commercial electric vehicle charging depots, fleet stations, and DC fast-charging power blocks.
• Petroleum & Chemical Plant Processing Lines: Routing multi-conductor power distribution through chemical processing and refining operations requiring gas, oil, and flame resistance.

Disclaimer: Application examples are for planning purposes only. Always verify exact load calculations, local AHJ regulations, and NEC guidelines with a licensed electrician prior to installation.

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Expedited Shipping

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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.