_Cut by The Foot_ 6 3 UF_B Underground Feeder Direct Burial

Applications:UF-B is an underground feeder and branch circuit wiring cable. It can be used as an underground feeder from an existing building to outdoor lighting fixtures, pumps, outbuildings and other equipment. Its applications are outlined in Article 340 NEC 2008 and NEC 2011. UF-B is rated at 600 volts. Although it is rated at a conductor temperature of 90ºC dry / wet, its ampacity is limited to 60ºC according to the NEC 2008 AND NEC 2011. UF-B may be directly buried or installed where exposed to sunlight. When used as an NM cable it must comply with the requirements in NEC 2008 and NEC 2011 Article 334. Standards:ASTM - B3 and B-8UL Standard 83UL Standard 493Federal Specification A-A-59544National Electrical Code, NFPA 70, 2011 EditionRoHS/REACH Construction:Insulation: Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) with a nylon covering. Color coded phase identification.Jacket:Sunlight, moisture and fungus resistant gray PVC. Specifications:Size:6 AWGNumber of Conductors:3PVC Insulation Thickness:0.035 inchesGround Wire Size:10 AWGNylon Thickness:0.005 inchesNominal Cable Dimensions:1.223 inches x .361 inchesWeight per Foot: 0.437 lbsAllowable Ampacity: 55 Amps