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Parent SKU : BCSTR6
SKU : BCSTR6-250
"Designed for high-conductivity grounding and bonding, this 6 AWG Stranded Bare Copper wire is engineered for performance. Featuring soft-drawn (annealed) construction, it provides the perfect balance of flexibility and strength, making it a reliable solution for residential, commercial, and industrial grounding systems."
This conductor is a top-tier choice for main service grounding, heavy-duty equipment bonding, and lightning protection circuits. Its stranded construction ensures it is easier to handle and install than stiff solid wire, while the high-purity copper ensures maximum safety for fault current paths.
High Conductivity: 99.9% pure copper ensures a low-resistance path for fault currents.
Soft-Drawn (Annealed): Heat-treated for maximum flexibility, making it easy to bend and shape.
7-Strand Construction: Optimized for a secure fit under mechanical lugs and grounding clamps.
Versatile Use: Ideal for both indoor conduit runs and outdoor grounding loops.
Conductor Size: 6 AWG
Construction: 7-Strand
Temper: Soft-Drawn (Annealed)
Material: Bare Copper (Uninsulated)
Overall Diameter: 0.184 inches
Approx. Weight: 81 lbs per 1,000 ft
Standards: ASTM B-3 (Soft/Annealed), ASTM B-8 (Concentric-Lay-Stranded)
Main Service Grounding: Connecting residential and commercial service panels to ground rods.
Sub-Panel Bonding: Providing a reliable safety ground for detached garages, sheds, or workshops.
Lightning Protection: Essential conductor for lightning rods and grounding discharge paths.
General Purpose: Any application requiring a high-purity, uninsulated electrical conductor.
Solar Array Ground: Bonding solar panel frames and mounting racks to ensure system safety.
Industrial Equipment: Bonding heavy machinery and motor frames to prevent electrical shock
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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.
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| Wire Size (AWG/MCM) | 6 AWG |
| Conductor Material | Copper |
| Conductor Type | Stranded |
| Strand Count | 7 |
| Outer Diameter (OD) (in/mm) | 0.184 in. |
| Conductor Count | 1 |
| Shield | Unshielded |
| Ampacity Rating | 130 |
| Direct Burial Rating | Yes |
| Submersible | No |
| Sunlight Resistance Rating | Yes |
| Standards | ASTM B-1 Hard-drawn copper wire ASTM B-2 Medium-hard drawn copper wire ASTM B-3 Soft or annealed copper wire ASTM B-8 Concentric-lay stranded copper conductors: hard, medium-hard, or soft ASTM B-33 Tinned soft or annealed copper wire ASTM B-258 Federal Sepc QQ-W-359 |
| Miscellaneous Information | All values are nominal and subject to correction. *Ampacity based on 75ºC conductor temperature; 25ºC ambient temperature; 2ft./sec. wind in sun. |
| Primary Applications | Grounding Systems, Overhead Power Distribution, Ground Wire for Lightning Protection, Bonding Applications, Messenger and Support Wires |
| Common Uses |
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| Weight per Foot | 0.0811 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 : BCSTR6
SKU : BCSTR6-250
Parent SKU : BCSTR6
SKU : BCSTR6-250
"Designed for high-conductivity grounding and bonding, this 6 AWG Stranded Bare Copper wire is engineered for performance. Featuring soft-drawn (annealed) construction, it provides the perfect balance of flexibility and strength, making it a reliable solution for residential, commercial, and industrial grounding systems."
This conductor is a top-tier choice for main service grounding, heavy-duty equipment bonding, and lightning protection circuits. Its stranded construction ensures it is easier to handle and install than stiff solid wire, while the high-purity copper ensures maximum safety for fault current paths.
High Conductivity: 99.9% pure copper ensures a low-resistance path for fault currents.
Soft-Drawn (Annealed): Heat-treated for maximum flexibility, making it easy to bend and shape.
7-Strand Construction: Optimized for a secure fit under mechanical lugs and grounding clamps.
Versatile Use: Ideal for both indoor conduit runs and outdoor grounding loops.
Conductor Size: 6 AWG
Construction: 7-Strand
Temper: Soft-Drawn (Annealed)
Material: Bare Copper (Uninsulated)
Overall Diameter: 0.184 inches
Approx. Weight: 81 lbs per 1,000 ft
Standards: ASTM B-3 (Soft/Annealed), ASTM B-8 (Concentric-Lay-Stranded)
Main Service Grounding: Connecting residential and commercial service panels to ground rods.
Sub-Panel Bonding: Providing a reliable safety ground for detached garages, sheds, or workshops.
Lightning Protection: Essential conductor for lightning rods and grounding discharge paths.
General Purpose: Any application requiring a high-purity, uninsulated electrical conductor.
Solar Array Ground: Bonding solar panel frames and mounting racks to ensure system safety.
Industrial Equipment: Bonding heavy machinery and motor frames to prevent electrical shock
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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.
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| Wire Size (AWG/MCM) | 6 AWG |
| Conductor Material | Copper |
| Conductor Type | Stranded |
| Strand Count | 7 |
| Outer Diameter (OD) (in/mm) | 0.184 in. |
| Conductor Count | 1 |
| Shield | Unshielded |
| Ampacity Rating | 130 |
| Direct Burial Rating | Yes |
| Submersible | No |
| Sunlight Resistance Rating | Yes |
| Standards | ASTM B-1 Hard-drawn copper wire ASTM B-2 Medium-hard drawn copper wire ASTM B-3 Soft or annealed copper wire ASTM B-8 Concentric-lay stranded copper conductors: hard, medium-hard, or soft ASTM B-33 Tinned soft or annealed copper wire ASTM B-258 Federal Sepc QQ-W-359 |
| Miscellaneous Information | All values are nominal and subject to correction. *Ampacity based on 75ºC conductor temperature; 25ºC ambient temperature; 2ft./sec. wind in sun. |
| Primary Applications | Grounding Systems, Overhead Power Distribution, Ground Wire for Lightning Protection, Bonding Applications, Messenger and Support Wires |
| Common Uses |
|
| Weight per Foot | 0.0811 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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Yes, 6 AWG copper wire is one of the most common sizes for grounding residential electrical services. It is widely used to connect the main service panel to ground rods. However, the required size depends on the ampacity of your service entrance conductors, so always verify with your local electrical code (NEC)
While we do have 6 AWG Solid available, the stranded version is much more flexible and easier to pull through conduit. It is significantly less likely to "spring back" during installation, making it easier to route in tight spaces or around the corners of a building.
Standard 6 AWG Bare Copper is perfect for the vast majority of grounding jobs. However, if your installation is in a "corrosive" environment—like a dock, a boat lift, or a wastewater treatment facility—you should consider Tinned Copper. The tin coating prevents the "green rot" (oxidation) that can eventually compromise the connection in salty or chemically harsh air.
Absolutely. 6 AWG bare copper is a heavy-duty conductor often utilized in lightning protection and grounding loops. Its high surface area and 99.9% pure copper content provide the low-resistance path necessary to safely dissipate high-voltage surges into the earth.
No, for grounding and bonding applications, the wire is intentionally left "bare". This allows for a continuous connection to the earth when buried and makes it easier to inspect the integrity of bonding connections to equipment or ground rods.
The weight of #6 Bare Copper is 0.0811 lb per foot.
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