#2 AWG HMWPE Cathodic Protection Cable | 600V Direct Burial

This #2 AWG HMWPE Cathodic Protection Cable is a rugged, single-conductor wire specifically designed for impressed current cathodic protection (ICCP) systems. It serves as the primary connection between rectifiers and anodes, engineered to survive direct burial in aggressive soil or submersion in fresh, brackish, or salt water.

Why Choose #2 AWG HMWPE Cable?

Cathodic protection systems create a unique electrochemical environment where standard insulation materials often fail. High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (HMWPE) provides a specialized “shield” against the corrosive gases (such as chlorine and hydrogen) and moisture that are common in ground bed installations.

• Chemical & Gas Resilience: The HMWPE jacket is highly resistant to acids, alkalis, and the electrolytic gases generated at the anode site.

• Mechanical Toughness: Known for its superior “cut-through” and abrasion resistance, this cable is built to handle the mechanical stresses of direct burial and soil settling without the need for conduit.

• Direct Burial & Submergence: Rated for performance in wet locations, including deep-well ground beds and marine applications.

• Optimized Electrical Flow: Manufactured with soft-drawn, stranded bare copper to ensure maximum conductivity and reliable current discharge.

Technical Specifications: #2 AWG HMWPE

• Conductor Size: #2 AWG

• Conductor Material: Stranded Bare Copper

• Insulation Material: High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (HMWPE)

• Voltage Rating: 600V

• Temperature Rating: 75C (167F)

• Amp Rating: 115 Amps (@ 75C)

• Standard Color: Black (UV Resistant)

• Approvals: ASTM D-1248, ICEA S-95-658

Common Applications

• Pipeline Protection: Used for anode leads and feeder cables for oil, gas, and water transmission pipelines.

• Storage Tank Bottoms: Ideal for connecting rectifiers to sacrificial or impressed current anodes for underground and above-ground tanks.

• Marine & Coastal Works: Protection of steel sheet piles, bulkheads, and jetty structures.

• Anode Ground Beds: The industry standard for wiring within deep-well and surface-ground-bed installations.

Technical Note: Because the system relies on the integrity of the insulation, any breach in the HMWPE jacket will allow the copper conductor to corrode rapidly. Always inspect the cable for nicks or scratches before burial. For environments with high concentrations of chlorine or hydrocarbons, a dual-insulated construction (HALAR/HMWPE) is recommended for enhanced protection.