{"product_id":"rust-250-250-250-3-0-quadruplex-aluminum-direct-burial-wire-urd","title":"250-250-250-3\/0 Quadruplex Aluminum Direct Burial Cable, Rust  URD","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"The industry standard for high-capacity secondary power distribution. Rated for 600V and designed for both direct burial and conduit applications, the Rust Quadruplex features rugged XLP insulation for superior moisture resistance and long-term durability in the most demanding underground environments.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eWhy Engineers Choose Rust 250-250-250-3\/0 Aluminum URD Cable\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eThe Rust 250 MCM Quadruplex is engineered for large-scale power distribution where high ampacity and cost-efficiency are critical. This 250 MCM Aluminum cable utilizes high-conductivity 1350-H19 aluminum. Its XLPE (Cross-Linked Polyethylene) insulation provides a massive advantage over standard PVC, offering superior resistance to heat, chemicals, and mechanical stress, ensuring your infrastructure remains stable for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003eHigh-Ampacity Power:\u003c\/b\u003e Designed for major secondary distribution where smaller gauges would suffer from excessive voltage drop or overheating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003eSunlight-Resistant XLPE:\u003c\/b\u003e Advanced cross-linked polyethylene insulation prevents premature aging caused by UV exposure at termination points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003eEasy-Identify Neutral:\u003c\/b\u003e For faster installation and safer maintenance, the 3\/0 AWG neutral conductor features three extruded yellow stripes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\"\u003eDirect Burial Ready:\u003c\/b\u003e Specifically built for the harsh conditions of underground utility distribution; can be installed directly in the earth or within conduit systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eTechnical Specifications: 250 MCM Aluminum URD\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eENGINEERING OVERVIEW: 250 250 250 3\/0 Quadruplex URD \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003eApplication:\u003c\/b\u003e Secondary distribution circuits, underground service entrances, and high-amp sub-panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003eVoltage Rating:\u003c\/b\u003e 600 Volts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003eUL Listing:\u003c\/b\u003e UL 854 (Service-Entrance Cable).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003eConductor Material:\u003c\/b\u003e Concentric stranded 1350-H19 series aluminum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0\"\u003ePhase Insulation:\u003c\/b\u003e Black sunlight-resistant XLP (Cross-Linked Polyethylene).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0\"\u003eNeutral Insulation:\u003c\/b\u003e Black XLP with 3 extruded yellow stripes for easy identification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,6,0\"\u003eTemperature Rating:\u003c\/b\u003e 90°C (Wet or Dry).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,7,0\"\u003ePhase Conductor Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 250 MCM (kcmil).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,8,0\"\u003eNeutral Conductor Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 3\/0 AWG (Reduced Neutral).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,8,0\"\u003eOutside Diameter (OD):\u003c\/b\u003e 1.81 inches (45.974 mm)\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,9,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,9,0\"\u003eAmpacity (Direct Burial):\u003c\/b\u003e 320 Amps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,10,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,10,0\"\u003eAmpacity (In Duct\/Conduit):\u003c\/b\u003e 250 Amps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,10,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,10,0\"\u003eWeight: \u003c\/b\u003e1.215 lbs\/ft\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,11,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,11,0\"\u003eCompliance Standards:\u003c\/b\u003e UL 854; Type USE-2; ASTM B-231, B-609, B-901.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eCommon Rust 250 MCM URD Applications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003eMulti-Family Residential Main Feeders:\u003c\/b\u003e The primary choice for running underground power from a utility transformer to the main distribution centers of apartment complexes and condominium buildings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003eCommercial Building Service Entrances:\u003c\/b\u003e Ideal for medium-to-large retail centers, office buildings, and restaurants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003eIndustrial Sub-Panels:\u003c\/b\u003e Frequently used as a feeder to provide secondary power to heavy machinery clusters, large air compressor banks, or specialized manufacturing zones within an industrial plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003eLarge Agricultural Distribution:\u003c\/b\u003e The standard for high-capacity farm infrastructure, such as powering large grain dryers, irrigation pumping stations, and climate-controlled livestock facilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\"\u003eData Centers \u0026amp; Server Rooms:\u003c\/b\u003e Reliable for secondary power distribution in tech facilities where high-load, continuous operation is the baseline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,5,0\"\u003eCommunity Infrastructure:\u003c\/b\u003e Perfect for powering shared amenities like community clubhouses, large public pool facilities, and sports field lighting complexes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnical Note:\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAmpacity:\u003c\/b\u003e 90°C conductor temperature, 20°C ambient temperature, RHO 90, 100% load factor. Single and Quadruplex based on 3\/C. Neutral wire carries unbalanced load only. Reference NEC article 310.15 for NEC installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wire America","offers":[{"title":"100 ft. Spool","offer_id":51981763281210,"sku":"RST-4URD-100","price":649.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250 ft. Spool","offer_id":51981763313978,"sku":"RST-4URD-250","price":1599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 ft. 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