Features
- Used in air duct, conduit or recognized raceways for services, feeders and branch circuit wiring
- UL 44 and ASTM B800, B801 Certified
- Compact Stranded Aluminum Conductor
- Ampacity is 100 Amps
- 0.081 pounds per foot
Specifications
| Color | Black |
| Size | 100Ft Cut |
| Unit Count | 1 |
This is 2 AWG XHHW-2 compact stranded aluminum building wire supplied in a 100 ft cut with black insulation. It is intended for services, feeders, and branch-circuit wiring in air ducts, conduit, or other recognized raceways, has a 100 A ampacity, and meets UL 44 and ASTM B800/B801 standards.
Project Ideas
Business
Pre-cut feeder kits for contractors
Bundle 100 ft cuts into ready-to-install feeder kits (pre-labeled, with crimp lugs, heat-shrink markers and a vendor-supplied spec sheet) targeted at electricians and HVAC contractors. Emphasize UL44 and ASTM B800/B801 compliance and include a compliance checklist. Offer quantity discounts for repeat buyers.
Solar & EV-ready service assemblies
Supply certified aluminum feeder assemblies for solar combiner or EV charger feeder runs where aluminum conductors are permitted. Partner with licensed electricians and include stamping/labeling for ampacity (100 A) and raceway use. Ensure all assemblies meet local code and provide installation support or certification paperwork.
Industrial decor product line
Turn the cable into retail products: cable-suspended shelving kits, pendant frame kits, trellis kits, and furniture accent packs. Sell online with installation guides, hardware kits, and finished samples. Market to interior designers, coffee shops, and boutique retailers seeking a raw industrial look.
Custom cable railing & hardware fabrication
Offer a service to fabricate custom cable railings, handrails, and structural cable elements for commercial interiors and storefronts. Use the insulated cable as a finished aesthetic element or strip/terminate it professionally where code allows. Provide CAD drawings, on-site measuring, and installation services to command higher margins.
Workshops + DIY kit business
Run hands-on workshops (metalworking, sculpture, industrial decor) using lengths of the cable and sell take-home kits. Kits can include pre-cut lengths, end fittings, clamps, and a small how-to booklet. This builds community demand and drives retail sales of additional lengths and hardware.
Creative
Industrial pendant frames
Use the 2 AWG insulated aluminum as structural hoops and rings for large, industrial-style pendant light frames or chandeliers. The compact-stranded aluminum is rigid enough for open-frame designs; pair with non-electrical suspension hardware and commercially rated lamp kits. (Do not use this wire as a live conductor in DIY electrical fixtures — only use certified lamp components and involve a licensed electrician for any wiring.)
Heavy-duty hanging shelf system
Create a modern floating shelving line by braiding or twisting sections of the black insulated cable as suspension supports. The wire's strength and 100 ft length let you produce multi-length kits for studios and retail displays. Finish ends with decorative clamps or custom machined aluminum terminals.
Sculptural armature and outdoor art
Use the insulated conductor as a bendable armature for large-scale sculptures, garden installations, or public art pieces. The insulation protects against scratches and the compact strand core holds shape well; coat or fasten with metal collars for permanence. Works especially well for wind-resistant frameworks and topiary supports.
Modern garden trellis and planters
Fashion contemporary trellises, obelisks, pergola accents, or raised-bed edging using formed lengths of the cable. The black insulation gives a sleek, low-contrast look against foliage and is durable outdoors when mounted in proper supports. Combine with powder-coated brackets for a product line.
Furniture accent wrapping
Wrap table legs, bench edges or bar fronts with neat spirals of the insulated wire to achieve an industrial/rustic aesthetic. Secure ends with custom clamps or decorative ferrules and offer matched sets (100 ft yields many pieces) as a boutique furniture accessory.