This 350 MCM 4-conductor Priority-Plex® assembly with an integrated 1/0 Ground is a heavy-duty feeder solution for 277/480V 3-phase, 4-wire systems. By factory-twisting the heavy-gauge phases (Brown, Orange, Yellow), the neutral (Gray), and a 1/0 AWG Green ground, this system provides a complete, code-compliant circuit in a single bundle, maximizing efficiency for industrial installations.
Why Choose Priority-Plex® 350 MCM with 1/0 Ground?
At the 350 MCM size, conductors are stiff and maintain significant "memory" from the reel. Traditional pulls of five separate wires often result in "bird-caging" or uneven tension. Priority-Plex® technology eliminates these risks by providing a pre-twisted assembly that pulls as a single unit. The 1/0 ground is sized to meet standard NEC requirements for the overcurrent protection typically associated with 350 MCM aluminum.
Optimized Grounding: The 1/0 AWG Green ground is factory-integrated, ensuring a reliable low-impedance ground path while keeping the overall bundle diameter manageable for standard conduit sizes.
480V Phase Identification: Permanent, factory-colored insulation (Brown, Orange, Yellow, Gray) provides instant phase identification for high-voltage systems, eliminating the labor and human error of field-taping.
Reduced Friction Geometry: The factory-twisted configuration keeps the ground wire tucked within the bundle, reducing the surface contact area with the conduit wall and lowering total pulling tension.
Rugged XHHW-2 Insulation: The XLPE (Cross-linked Polyethylene) jacket is tougher than standard PVC, offering superior resistance to the physical stresses of industrial pulls and a 90°C rating in both wet and dry locations.
Technical Specifications: 350 MCM 4C + 1/0G
Phase/Neutral Size: 350 MCM (kcmil)
Ground Size: 1/0 AWG
Number of Conductors: 5 (Brown, Orange, Yellow, Gray, Green Ground)
Conductor Material: AA-8000 Series Aluminum Alloy
Insulation Type: XHHW-2 (Cross-linked Polyethylene)
Voltage Rating: 600V
Temperature Rating: 90°C (Wet/Dry)
Ampacity: 280 Amps (@ 90°C) | 250 Amps (@ 75°C)
Configuration: Parallel-Twisted (Priority-Plex®)
Common Applications
Industrial Main Feeders: Supplying power from main switchgear to large motor control centers (MCCs) and distribution panels.
Commercial 480V Services: Primary service entrances for hospitals, data centers, and high-rise office buildings.
Water Treatment & Pumping: Powering large 3-phase pumps and industrial mechanical equipment where moisture resistance is critical.
EV Fast Charging Infrastructure: Providing the 480V input for banks of DC Fast Chargers in commercial parking structures.
Technical Note: When terminating 350 MCM aluminum, ensure you use AL9CU-rated mechanical or compression connectors. Properly wire-brush the conductor and apply an approved antioxidant joint compound to ensure long-term connection integrity. Always verify that your conduit sizing accommodates the 5-conductor twisted bundle diameter per NEC Chapter 9 requirements.
CABLE CONFIGURATION: 4C + 1G (BRN-ORG-YEL-GRY-GRN) Twisted Bundle
PRIORITY PART#: 350-04PPLEX-BOYG-1/0G