For residential branch circuits. Which is correct/preferred and why ?
T theoldwizard1 Well-known member Joined Feb 22, 2011 Messages 43,614 Location SE MI Jun 16, 2021 #1 For residential branch circuits. Which is correct/preferred and why ?
W wyliesdiesels Well-known member Joined Aug 14, 2012 Messages 20,252 Location Modesto, CA Jun 16, 2021 #2 XHHW is compacted conductors one type isnt correct over the other if you have a long pull with large conductors, the XHHW may be a little easier than THWN
XHHW is compacted conductors one type isnt correct over the other if you have a long pull with large conductors, the XHHW may be a little easier than THWN
A alfredeneuman Well-known member Joined Mar 3, 2011 Messages 4,596 Location Fullerton, CA Jun 16, 2021 #3 In branch circuit sizes THHN/THWN is more readily available and common than XHHW .
C cybrdyke Well-known member Joined Sep 9, 2014 Messages 3,470 Location USA Jun 16, 2021 #4 X is usually a bit more expensive and less available in smaller sizes.
