500-4 Aluminum MC Cable W/ 4/0 Bare Ground

MCA500-4-4/0G

MCA500-4-4/0G-250

600 VOLT ALUMINUM METAL CLAD CABLE
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500-4 Aluminum MC Cable W/ 4/0 Bare Ground
Wire Size 500 MCM
Conductor Material Aluminum
Conductor Type Stranded
Outer Diameter 2.53 in.
Conductor Count 4
Voltage Rating 600V
Ampacity Rating 350
Weight per Foot 2.94 lb
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Product Details

Product Details
APPLICATION:
Aluminum Conductor MC (Metal Clad) Cable is a versatile wiring solution ideal for branch, feeder, and service power distribution in commercial, industrial, and multi-residential buildings, as well as for power, lighting, control, and signal circuits. It can be installed in diverse environments, including cable trays, approved raceways, concealed or exposed locations, environmental air-handling spaces (plenums), and risers. Additionally, it is permitted for use in hazardous locations as defined by NEC Articles 501, 502, 503, and 504.

CONDUCTOR:
Compact strand 8000 series aluminum alloy conductors.

CONDUCTOR COLORS:
Black, Red and White

GROUND SIZE:
4/0

INSULATION:
Color coded cross-linked polyethylene XHHW-2 AA-8000 XLP insulation. A binder tape is wrapped over the insulated conductors’ assembly.

ARMOR:
Overall aluminum interlocked armor.

AMP RATING:
@ 75°C - 310 Amps
@ 90°C - 350 Amps



All values are nominal and subject to correction. **Ampacities for not more than three conductors in raceway or cable or earth (directly buried), based on ambient temperature of 30°C per Table 310.16 of the 2020 National Electrical Code.

Full Specifications

Full Specifications
Download Spec Sheet

Physical Specifications

Wire Size (AWG/MCM) 500 MCM
Conductor Material Aluminum
Conductor Type Stranded
Outer Diameter (OD) (in/mm) 2.53 in.
Conductor Count 4
Shield Unshielded
Insulation Type (XLPE) Cross-Linked Polyethylene

Technical Specifications

Voltage Rating 600V
Ampacity Rating 350
Submersible No
Temperature Rating 90ºC
Standards UL 44, 83, 1569 for Type MC Cable for CT Use
NEMA WC-70/ICEA S-95-658
IEEEE 1202 70, 000 BTU/HR Vertical Tray Flame Test
ASTM B800 & B801
NEC 518.4, NEC 520.5, NEC 645.5, and NEC 300.22 for environmental air-handling spaces.
Miscellaneous Information All values are nominal and subject to correction. **Ampacities are based on NEC Table 310.15(B)(16), and show the allowable Ampacities of three current carrying insulated conductors, in a raceway, cable, or earth based on ambeient temperature of 30°C (86°F).

Usage & Installation

Primary ApplicationsService entrance conductors, Feeders, Branch circuits, Power, lighting, control, and signal circuits
Common Uses
  • Branch
  • feeder and service power distribution in commercial
  • industrial
  • and multi-residential buildings
  • power
  • lighting
  • control and signal circuits.

Packaging & Dimensions:

Weight per Foot 2.94 lb

Shipping and Returns

Shipping and Returns

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.

Aluminum Conductor Interlocked Armor MC Cable

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This video shows the flexibility, size, stranding and conductor material of the 6 AWG, 3 and 4 Conductor with Bare Ground Aluminum MC Cables.

500-4 Aluminum MC Cable W/ 4/0 Bare Ground

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600 VOLT ALUMINUM METAL CLAD CABLE
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Product Details

Product Details
APPLICATION:
Aluminum Conductor MC (Metal Clad) Cable is a versatile wiring solution ideal for branch, feeder, and service power distribution in commercial, industrial, and multi-residential buildings, as well as for power, lighting, control, and signal circuits. It can be installed in diverse environments, including cable trays, approved raceways, concealed or exposed locations, environmental air-handling spaces (plenums), and risers. Additionally, it is permitted for use in hazardous locations as defined by NEC Articles 501, 502, 503, and 504.

CONDUCTOR:
Compact strand 8000 series aluminum alloy conductors.

CONDUCTOR COLORS:
Black, Red and White

GROUND SIZE:
4/0

INSULATION:
Color coded cross-linked polyethylene XHHW-2 AA-8000 XLP insulation. A binder tape is wrapped over the insulated conductors’ assembly.

ARMOR:
Overall aluminum interlocked armor.

AMP RATING:
@ 75°C - 310 Amps
@ 90°C - 350 Amps



All values are nominal and subject to correction. **Ampacities for not more than three conductors in raceway or cable or earth (directly buried), based on ambient temperature of 30°C per Table 310.16 of the 2020 National Electrical Code.

Full Specifications

Full Specifications
Download Spec Sheet

Physical Specifications

Wire Size (AWG/MCM) 500 MCM
Conductor Material Aluminum
Conductor Type Stranded
Outer Diameter (OD) (in/mm) 2.53 in.
Conductor Count 4
Shield Unshielded
Insulation Type (XLPE) Cross-Linked Polyethylene

Technical Specifications

Voltage Rating 600V
Ampacity Rating 350
Submersible No
Temperature Rating 90ºC
Standards UL 44, 83, 1569 for Type MC Cable for CT Use
NEMA WC-70/ICEA S-95-658
IEEEE 1202 70, 000 BTU/HR Vertical Tray Flame Test
ASTM B800 & B801
NEC 518.4, NEC 520.5, NEC 645.5, and NEC 300.22 for environmental air-handling spaces.
Miscellaneous Information All values are nominal and subject to correction. **Ampacities are based on NEC Table 310.15(B)(16), and show the allowable Ampacities of three current carrying insulated conductors, in a raceway, cable, or earth based on ambeient temperature of 30°C (86°F).

Usage & Installation

Primary ApplicationsService entrance conductors, Feeders, Branch circuits, Power, lighting, control, and signal circuits
Common Uses
  • Branch
  • feeder and service power distribution in commercial
  • industrial
  • and multi-residential buildings
  • power
  • lighting
  • control and signal circuits.

Packaging & Dimensions:

Weight per Foot 2.94 lb

Shipping and Returns

Shipping and Returns

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.

Aluminum Conductor Interlocked Armor MC Cable

Wire America | Wire Flexibility Series

This video shows the flexibility, size, stranding and conductor material of the 6 AWG, 3 and 4 Conductor with Bare Ground Aluminum MC Cables.
500-4 Aluminum MC Cable W/ 4/0 Bare Ground
Full Specifications

Physical Specifications

Wire Size (AWG/MCM) 500 MCM
Conductor Material Aluminum
Conductor Type Stranded
Outer Diameter (OD) (in/mm) 2.53 in.
Conductor Count 4
Shield Unshielded
Insulation Type (XLPE) Cross-Linked Polyethylene

Technical Specifications

Voltage Rating 600V
Ampacity Rating 350
Submersible No
Temperature Rating 90ºC
Standards UL 44, 83, 1569 for Type MC Cable for CT Use
NEMA WC-70/ICEA S-95-658
IEEEE 1202 70, 000 BTU/HR Vertical Tray Flame Test
ASTM B800 & B801
NEC 518.4, NEC 520.5, NEC 645.5, and NEC 300.22 for environmental air-handling spaces.
Miscellaneous Information All values are nominal and subject to correction. **Ampacities are based on NEC Table 310.15(B)(16), and show the allowable Ampacities of three current carrying insulated conductors, in a raceway, cable, or earth based on ambeient temperature of 30°C (86°F).

Usage & Installation:

Primary ApplicationsService entrance conductors, Feeders, Branch circuits, Power, lighting, control, and signal circuits
Common Uses
  • Branch
  • feeder and service power distribution in commercial
  • industrial
  • and multi-residential buildings
  • power
  • lighting
  • control and signal circuits.

Packaging & Dimensions:

Weight per Foot 2.94 lb
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AWG, or American Wire Gauge, is the standard system used primarily in North America to measure the diameter of electrical conductors. This system is critical because a wire's size directly impacts its electrical resistance and how much current (ampacity) it can safely carry. A key principle is that the smaller the AWG number, the larger the wire's diameter; for instance, 12 AWG is thicker and can carry more current than 14 AWG. Sizes beyond 0 AWG are referred to as "aught" (e.g., 1/0, 2/0). Selecting the correct AWG is essential for safe electrical installations, preventing overheating, and minimizing voltage drop.
Voltage drop is the natural reduction in electrical potential that occurs as current travels through a circuit, from the power source to a device. This happens because all wires inherently have resistance, which converts some electrical energy into heat, leading to a loss of voltage. While minor voltage drop is normal, excessive amounts can cause problems like dimming lights, slow or overheating motors, and erratic electronic behavior. It can also lead to higher energy consumption and, in severe cases, create safety hazards due to overheating wires. Key factors influencing voltage drop include the wire's length and thickness (gauge), the amount of current flowing through it, and the quality of electrical connections.
In electrical wiring, amps (amperes) measure the rate of electrical current flow. Think of it as the volume of electricity moving through the wire at any given time. Crucially, every electrical wire has an ampacity rating, which is the maximum current it can safely carry continuously without overheating. Exceeding a wire's ampacity can lead to insulation damage and fire hazards, highlighting why proper wire sizing based on expected amperage is vital for safe electrical systems.
A wire's ampacity, or its safe current-carrying capacity, changes with temperature primarily because of two factors. First, the electrical resistance of copper and aluminum wires increases as they get hotter, causing them to generate more heat when current flows. Second, every wire's insulation has a maximum temperature limit; exceeding this can cause degradation and safety hazards. Therefore, in hotter environments, a wire must carry less current to avoid exceeding its insulation's temperature rating. This ensures the wire remains safe and functional, preventing overheating and potential failures.
We aim to provide authentic, precise images of each wire; however, with various product variations, it can be challenging. In such instances, we focus on showcasing the fundamental design. Always refer to the product specifications rather than relying solely on images.
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