Applications:
Type THHN/THWN-2 building wire is intended for general purpose applications as defined by the National Electrical Code (NEC). 8 AWG THHN-THWN-2 is permitted for new construction or rewiring for 600-volt applications. Applications requiring Type THHN or THWN-2, the conductor is appropriate for use in wet or dry locations at temperatures not to exceed 90°C or not to exceed 60°C in oil or coolants. Applications requiring Type AWM conductor is appropriate for use in dry locations at 90°C, or not to exceed 60°C in wet locations or where exposed to oils or coolants. Applications requiring Type AWM conductor is appropriate for use at temperatures to not exceed 105°C in dry locations.

Also Known As:
8 AWG Copper wire, 8 AWG THWN-2, 8 AWG Building Wire, hook up wire, conduit wire, lighting wire, nylon copper wire, construction cable, 8 Gauge Wire.

Features
Nylon outer jacket for easy pulling. VW-1 rated 14 AWG - 8 AWG. All sizes are rated gasoline and oil-resistant II.

Jacket:
A tough, polyamide, Nylon outer covering per UL-1063 and UL-83.

Standards:
Underwriters Laboratories Standards UL-83, UL-1063, UL-758
AWM Spec 1316, 1317, 1318, 1319, 1320, 1321
ASTM Stranding Class B3, B8, B787
Federal Specification A-A-59544
NEMA WC70/ICEA S-95-658
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers

Constrction:
Insulation:Color-coded Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), heat and moisture-resistant, flame-retardant compound per UL-1063 and UL-8

Specifications:
Size:8 AWG
Number of Strands:19
PVC Insulation Thickness (Conductor):0.760 mm / 0.030 inches
Nylon Jacket Thickness:0.130 mm / 0.005 inches
Outside Diameter:5.39 mm / 0.212 inches
Weight per Foot: 0.069 lbs
Allowable Ampacity:40 Amps at 60℃ / 50 Amps at 75℃ / 55 Amps at 90℃