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400 MCM Aluminum THHN/THWN-2 wire is a single-conductor building wire commonly used for branch circuits, feeders, and service entrance conductors in commercial, industrial, and residential applications. It is designed to be pulled through conduit (PVC, EMT, or rigid metal) or run in cable trays for circuits supplying motors, heavy HVAC units, subpanels, and general branch power.
Under NEC guidelines, 400 MCM aluminum wire is rated at 270 Amps at 75°C and 305 Amps at 90°C (225 Amps at 60°C). When sizing overcurrent protection (circuit breakers) for standard equipment terminals rated at 75°C, 400 MCM aluminum is typically paired with a 250 Amp or 300 Amp breaker rating depending on terminal equipment specifications and circuit requirements.
THHN/THWN-2 is an acronym system defining the wire's insulation materials, temperature ratings, and location approvals under National Electrical Code (NEC) standards:
Yes, but it must be installed inside an approved conduit or raceway (such as Schedule 40/80 PVC, EMT, or Rigid Metal Conduit). Because it carries a dual THHN/THWN-2 rating, the wire is fully rated for wet, damp, and underground conduit locations. However, it is not rated for direct burial straight in earth without conduit—if your project requires direct burial without conduit, you will need a direct-burial cable like URD or USE-2 instead.
Wire America is a trusted supplier of Aluminum THHN/THWN-2 in sizes 8 AWG through 1000 MCM. We ship directly from our strategic regional hubs located across the United States, delivering most orders right to your shop or job site within 2 to 4 business days. We prioritize shipping Aluminum THHN from the warehouse nearest to your job site to keep transit times minimal. Expedited shipping options are available at checkout for time-sensitive contractor deadlines.
Yes, this wire carries a CSA T90 rating in addition to its UL THHN and THWN-2 ratings. T90 is the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) equivalent rating for single-conductor building wire rated for dry locations up to 90°C (194°F). Because it is multi-rated as THHN, THWN-2, and T90, it is fully code-compliant for installations across both the United States and Canada.
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