Copper HMWPE Tracer Wire

Scope:

Single conductor copper, high molecular weight polyethylene (HMWPE) insulated tracer/locator wire. HMWPE is a rugged and durable material considered excellent for moisture and abrasion resistance. This product is suitable for continuous service in direct burial, wet and dry locations, 75°C. Designed to carry an electrical signal for use in locating underground non-metallic pipe. Versions available in 30 volt, 600 volt.

Applicable Standards and Tests:

ASTM B-1, B-3, B-8 for Copper conductors. ASTM D-1248 for Polyethylene. ICEA S-70-547, ICEA S-61-402/NEMA WC5 and ICEA S-95-658/NEMA WC70 for cable construction. UL 83, UL 1581 for tests and procedures. All products are spark tested at 7500 VAC unless otherwise specified.

Construction:

Conductors:

The single copper conductors shall be solid or stranded, annealed or hard uncoated copper per UL83 and ASTM requirements.

Insulation:

Concentrically applied HMWPE insulation in accordance with UL83. LLDPE is standard and HDPE is available upon request.

Identification and Packaging:

Custom and standard print legends are available. 500 ft/spl. packed 4/box, or 2500 ft/spl spools are standard and packaged and labeled with product name, description, AWG, and manufacturer. Custom lengths, non-standard colors, AWG and custom packaging are available by request.

Print Wheel:

Kris-Tech Wire Co #XX AWG STR PE-30 Tracer Wire 30V direct burial only – caution gas line below

Value Add Service:

• Custom lengths and put-ups
• 12 available colors
• Wire paralleling and cabling
• Wire striping
• Custom print legends and labels