500 MCM 3C TECK90 Cable with Ground - 1000V Aluminum Interlocked Armor (AIA)

Engineered for harsh industrial and heavy-utility applications, 500 MCM 3-Conductor TECK90 Armored Cable delivers complete 1000V 3-phase power and circuit protection without installing rigid conduit runs.

Featuring three (3) stranded copper conductors, a 3 AWG bare ground wire, dual PVC jackets, and flexible Aluminum Interlocked Armor (AIA), it transitions seamlessly from indoor cable trays and concrete barriers directly into outdoor aerial runs or subterranean direct-burial trenches.

Key Features & Benefits: 500-03 TECK90 Armored Cable 1000V

• Dual-Jacket Direct Burial Protection: The inner bedding PVC cushions the core, while the heavy-duty -40°C outer PVC jacket seals the aluminum armor against water, corrosive soil chemicals, and mechanical abrasion.

• 1000V Heavy-Duty Rating: Built with RW90 XLPE thermoset insulation rated up to 1000V and continuous operating temperatures from -40°C to +90°C in wet or dry locations.

• 3-Phase Power Architecture: Features three 500 MCM stranded bare copper circuit conductors and a 3 AWG bare copper ground wire for high thermal efficiency and continuous 430A load capacity.

• Flexible Interlocked Armor (AIA): The aluminum interlocked armor shields internal conductors from crushing loads and physical impacts while keeping the assembly flexible during pulls.

• Hazardous Location & Acid Gas Certified: Rated CSA HL, FT1/FT4 flame resistant, IEEE 1202, and AG14 compliant for harsh chemical and petrochemical plants.

Technical Specifications: 500 MCM 3C TECK90 Armored Cable

• Conductor Size: 500 MCM (kcmil)

• Number of Power Conductors: 3

• Conductor Material: Class B Stranded Soft-Drawn Bare Copper (ASTM B8)

• Ground Wire Size: 3 AWG Uninsulated Bare Stranded Soft Drawn Copper

• Insulation Type: Cross-Linked Polyethylene (XLPE) / Type RW90

• Insulation Thickness: 0.090 inches

• Inner Jacket: Lead-free, Flame-Retardant, Moisture- & Sunlight-Resistant Black PVC

• Armor Type: AIA (Aluminum Interlocked Armor)

• Protective Outer Jacket: -40°C Black PVC (Water, Chemical, Sunlight & Abrasion Resistant)

• Voltage Rating: 1000 Volts (1kV)

• Temperature Rating: -40°C Minimum / +90°C Continuous Operation

• Ampacity Rating (@ 90°C): 430 Amps (per CE Code Part 1, Table 2)

• Armor Diameter: 2.52 inches

• Approximate Outer Diameter: 2.66 inches

• Approximate Net Weight: 6,586 lbs per 1,000 ft

• Compliance Standards: CSA C22.2 No. 131, CSA C22.2 No. 174 (Hazardous Locations), CSA FT1, CSA FT4, IEEE 383, UL 1581, IEEE 1202, ICEA T-30-520, RoHS Compliant

💡 Technical Installation Note: Approved wet-location/explosion-proof TECK glands (such as Star Teck or TMC series) must be utilized to ensure proper ground bonding continuity and maintain watertight seals at enclosures. 

Common 500 MCM 3C TECK90 Cable Applications

• Industrial Machinery & Motor Feeds: Delivering power to localized sub-panels, large HVAC equipment, commercial pumps, and three-phase branch circuits.

• Pulp, Paper, and Chemical Facilities: Routing sub-feeder power lines through highly corrosive processing bays, wet areas, and acid-gas environments.

• Mining & Generating Stations: Transitioning electrical loads across open racks, building gaps, and underground utility paths.

• Direct-Burial & Utility Infrastructure: Laid directly into underground trenches, parking lot lighting loops, or encased in outdoor concrete envelopes.

Ordering & Fulfillment

• Cut to Length: Sold by the foot to match your exact trench layout and eliminate scrap material.

• Fast Processing: Ships directly from regional distribution hubs to guarantee minimal transit time.

• Submittal Assistance: Need cut sheets or technical data sheets for engineering approval? Contact our sales desk at 833-268-8644 or sales@wireamerica.com.

DISCLAIMER: The technical information provided is for general reference only. Multi-conductor industrial armored systems must strictly comply with the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), the National Electrical Code (NEC), and all applicable provincial or municipal enforcement safety mandates. Always verify official product submittal sheets and exact component metrics with your cable manufacturer before establishing trench depths, panel punching maps, or physical cable tray layouts.

Common 500 MCM 3C TECK90 Cable Use Cases

• High-Voltage Heavy Industrial Power Feeders: Serves as the primary bulk power distribution line for high-capacity 1000V or 600V systems in heavy manufacturing facilities, paper mills, steel plants, and automotive foundries.
• Direct Burial & Open Cable Tray Installation: Engineered to be laid directly into underground dirt trenches or installed across open-air ladder trays without requiring the protection of secondary rigid conduit or piping.
• Mining & Petrochemical Infrastructure: Deployed extensively in demanding oil and gas refineries, ore processing plants, and hazardous locations due to its exceptional mechanical protection against crushing impacts and explosive environments.
• Water & Wastewater Treatment Facilities: Used to route heavy power to massive primary intake pumps, aeration blowers, and filtration infrastructure where high moisture, humidity, and chemical exposure are present.
• Commercial Building Service Entrances: Functions as the primary electrical service entrance tie-in connecting main utility transformers directly to massive building distribution switchgear panels.

Who Relies on 500 MCM 3C TECK90 Cable?

Target Industries

• Industrial Construction & Engineering: Heavily specified by heavy industrial EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) firms managing multi-million dollar facility rollouts and factory expansions.
• Mining, Oil & Gas Sector: Widely relied upon across extraction sites, offshore platforms, and refinery complexes where ruggedized, armoring-protected infrastructure is mandatory.
• Civil Infrastructure & Municipalities: Chosen for public utility upgrades, heavy transport hubs, rail yards, and localized power generation stations.

Core Professionals & Buyers

• Master Industrial Electricians & Field Superintendents: Installation leads who count on the interlocked aluminum armor to streamline deployments, removing the labor-intensive step of bending and threading rigid metal conduit (RMC).
• Industrial Project Estimators & Procurement Managers: Materials buyers who specify the lightweight aluminum interlocked armor option to drastically lower overall structural weight budgets and shipping logistics costs over steel alternatives.
• Electrical Engineers & System Designers: Designers who rely on TECK90's inner and outer Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) jackets combined with 1000V-rated Cross-linked Polyethylene (XLPE) conductor insulation to provide excellent chemical, water, sunlight, and flame resistance.
• Electrical Safety & Code Inspectors: Regulatory field officers who verify compliant 1000V phase layouts, bonding ground integrity, and hazardous location approvals (such as HL ratings for explosive environments).

⚠️ The applications listed below are for informational and educational purposes only. Electrical code requirements vary significantly by region. Always consult a licensed electrician and your local building authority to verify compliance with the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) or National Electrical Code (NEC®) for your specific project before purchasing or installing cable.

General Shipping Information

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 Shipping

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).

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.