
8 AWG PV Wire 2000V UL4703 | Copper Solar Cable | Made in USA
4 products
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 products
8 AWG PV Wire 2000V UL4703 — Made in USA | In Stock | Ships Same Day
Photovoltaic Cable LLC offers UL4703-certified 8 AWG Copper PV Wire rated at 2,000 Volts — the preferred size for string-to-combiner connections, medium and long DC runs, and commercial rooftop installations where higher current capacity is required. Available in Black and Red, in 500 ft and 2,500 ft reels. All inventory ships same day from our three U.S. fulfillment centers.
Why choose 8 AWG over 10 AWG
8 AWG carries up to 40A continuous DC current — significantly more than 10 AWG — making it the right choice when your string current exceeds 30A, when runs exceed 100 ft, or when you need to minimize voltage drop in longer DC feeder runs. It is also commonly specified for combiner box to inverter connections in commercial and ground-mount systems. Use our Voltage Loss Calculator to determine if 8 AWG is the right gauge for your project.
Technical specifications
| Conductor | 19-strand copper per ASTM B-3, B-8 |
| Voltage rating | 2,000 Volts (2kV) |
| Certifications | UL 4703 — RHW-2 (UL 44) — USE-2 (UL 854) |
| Insulation | Cross-Linked Polyethylene (XLPE) |
| Temperature rating | −40°C to +90°C (wet and dry) |
| Colors | Black — Red |
| Reel sizes | 500 — 2,500 feet |
| UV resistance | Yes — sunlight and ozone resistant |
| Compliance | RoHS — Gasoline and Oil Resistant II |
| NEC compliance | Article 690 — grounded and ungrounded PV systems |
| Direct burial | Yes — rated for direct burial, conduit, and free-air |
| Origin | Manufactured in North America |
Available configurations
- 8 AWG 2000V Black — 500 ft reel
- 8 AWG 2000V Black — 2,500 ft reel
- 8 AWG 2000V Red — 500 ft reel
- 8 AWG 2000V Red — 2,500 ft reel
Recommended applications
- String-to-combiner box connections with high string currents
- Combiner box to inverter DC feeder runs
- Medium and long DC runs where voltage drop must be minimized
- Commercial rooftop and ground-mount solar arrays
- Both grounded and ungrounded PV systems per NEC Article 690
- Direct burial, conduit, and free-air installation
Not sure if 8 AWG is right for your system?
Use our free Voltage Loss Calculator to determine the correct gauge and reel length based on your string current, run distance, and acceptable voltage drop.
Shipping & availability
All 4 configurations are in stock and ship same day from three U.S. fulfillment centers: LaPorte, Texas — Miami Lakes, Florida — Rancho Dominguez, California. Pick-up available at all locations. Most orders arrive within 1–3 business days. Free shipping on orders over $10,000 — applied automatically at checkout.
Frequently asked questions
When should I use 8 AWG instead of 10 AWG?
Use 8 AWG when your string current exceeds 30A, when your DC run exceeds 100 ft, or when your voltage drop calculation requires a larger conductor. Our Voltage Loss Calculator will confirm the right gauge for your project.
Is this wire rated for direct burial?
Yes. UL4703-listed PV wire is rated for direct burial, conduit, and free-air installation per NEC Article 690 guidelines.
Do you offer 1,000 ft reels in 8 AWG?
Currently available in 500 ft and 2,500 ft reels. Contact our sales team at +1 305 842-6291 to discuss availability for other quantities.
Questions about sizing or volume pricing? Call +1 305 842-6291 or email sales@photovoltaiccable.com






