{"product_id":"marine-battery-cable-mtw-tew-tinned-copper-solar","title":"Marine Battery Cable (CSA \/ UL) 600V","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Title --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-title\"\u003eCSA Marine \u0026amp; Solar Battery Cable – MTW \/ TEW – Tinned Copper (Black)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Intro --\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003ePremium \u003cstrong\u003eCSA-listed Marine Battery Cable\u003c\/strong\u003e built with a flexible stranded tinned copper conductor and durable PVC insulation. Ideal for solar battery banks, inverter\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003econnections, marine wiring, and industrial DC systems where corrosion resistance and certification matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-p\"\u003eThis is true \u003cstrong\u003eMTW \/ TEW \/ BC-5W2\u003c\/strong\u003e cable (not generic welding cable) — and it’s a common choice in marine electrical systems where installers are aiming for \u003cstrong\u003eABYC-compliance\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-callout sapphire-callout-yellow\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-callout-title\"\u003eSold by the foot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"callout-p\"\u003eGet the exact length you need without over-ordering. We'll cut and ship the number of feet you add to your cart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Why You'll Love It --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-section-title\"\u003eWhy Choose MTW \/ TEW Marine Cable?\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"sapphire-checklist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTinned copper conductor\u003c\/strong\u003e — improved corrosion resistance (especially in marine \/ coastal environments)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCSA Type TEW – 105°C Dry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUL MTW – 90°C Dry \/ 60°C Wet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUL BC-5W2 Marine Cable\u003c\/strong\u003e — approved for boat wiring applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e600V rated\u003c\/strong\u003e (1000V AWM 10269)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOil resistant \u0026amp; sun resistant\u003c\/strong\u003e jacket rating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for \u003cstrong\u003esolar \/ renewable energy wiring\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003einverter battery cables\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- ABYC callout --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-callout sapphire-callout-blue\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sapphire-callout-title\"\u003eABYC note\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"callout-p\"\u003eThis is UL 1426 \u003cstrong\u003eBC-5W2\u003c\/strong\u003e marine cable and is commonly used in \u003cstrong\u003eABYC-compliant\u003c\/strong\u003e marine electrical systems \u003cstrong\u003ewhen installed according to the applicable regulations\u003c\/strong\u003e (proper sizing, fusing, terminations, and routing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Common Uses --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-section-title\"\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"sapphire-checklist\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolar battery banks (PV storage wiring)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInverter \/ charger DC input wiring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarine battery and starter circuits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquipment wiring and control panels (MTW \/ TEW applications)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrounding and bonding where permitted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- Specifications --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-section-title\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"sapphire-spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConductor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlexible stranded tinned copper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInsulation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePVC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVoltage Rating\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e600V (1000V AWM 10269)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTemperature Rating\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e105°C Dry (CSA TEW), 90°C Dry \/ 60°C Wet (UL MTW)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eListings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCSA C22.2 No. 127 Type TEW • UL 1063 MTW • UL 1426 BC-5W2 • UL 83 THHW • FT1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOther Ratings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOil Res I • Sun Res • RoHS-2 Compliant • Moisture resistant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufactured\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNorth America (Southwire)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- Size Data --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-section-title\"\u003eSize Data\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"sapphire-spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eStranding\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eNominal O.D.\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWeight (lbs\/Mft)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e6 AWG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e133\/27\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e0.324\" (8.2 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e105\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e4 AWG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e133\/25\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e0.387\" (9.8 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e161\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e2 AWG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e133\/23\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e0.472\" (12.0 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e271\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e1 AWG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e133\/22\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e0.521\" (13.2 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e324\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e1\/0 AWG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e259\/24\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e0.561\" (14.2 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e403\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e2\/0 AWG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e259\/23\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e0.660\" (16.8 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e497\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"foot-note\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDimensional and rating data per manufacturer specification, and is subject to change without notice. Please contact us if you need to confirm details for your order.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-section-title\"\u003eFrequently Asked\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"sapphire-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow is this different from welding cable?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cable is \u003cstrong\u003eCSA and UL listed\u003c\/strong\u003e as TEW \/ MTW \/ BC-5W2 marine cable, using a \u003cstrong\u003etinned copper conductor\u003c\/strong\u003e and formal ratings for marine and equipment wiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWelding cable is often chosen for it's great flexibility and low cost, but it does not typically carry the same marine\/equipment certifications, and is not usually as rugged\/durable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs this suitable for solar battery banks and inverters?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbsolutely\u003c\/strong\u003e — This is a preferred choice and commonly used for solar battery wiring, inverter battery cables, and other high-current DC connections where reliability\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e and corrosion resistance are important.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes this meet ABYC requirements?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This is\u003cstrong\u003e UL 1426 BC-5W2\u003c\/strong\u003e marine cable with a \u003cstrong\u003etinned copper\u003c\/strong\u003e conductor — commonly used in ABYC compliant marine electrical systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever ABYC compliance depends on the overall installation (sizing, fusing, terminations, routing, and protection), so be sure your install follows the applicable regulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs this cable copper-clad aluminum (CCA)?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is pure copper cable, with a tin coating on the strands to prevent corrosion. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCopper Clad Aluminum (CCA) is typically not a suitable choice for current carrying applications and we do not recommend using it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDo you ship it as one continuous length?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe aim to supply continuous lengths whenever possible. If an order must be split due to inventory constraints, we’ll contact you first to discuss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"sapphire-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does the “stranding” column mean (e.g. 133\/27 or 259\/24)?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sapphire-faq-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stranding format shows the \u003cstrong\u003enumber of individual copper strands\u003c\/strong\u003e and the \u003cstrong\u003eAWG size of each strand\u003c\/strong\u003e. For example, \u003cstrong\u003e133\/27\u003c\/strong\u003e means 133 strands of 27 AWG copper wire bundled together to make the finished conductor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigher strand counts generally mean a more flexible cable. Fine-strand construction improves flexibility while maintaining the full copper cross-sectional area of the stated AWG size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sapphire Energy","offers":[{"title":"#6 AWG","offer_id":52273588109631,"sku":null,"price":2.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#4 AWG","offer_id":52273588142399,"sku":null,"price":5.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#2 AWG","offer_id":52273588175167,"sku":null,"price":6.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#1 AWG","offer_id":52273588207935,"sku":null,"price":9.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#1\/0 AWG","offer_id":52273588240703,"sku":null,"price":10.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#2\/0 AWG","offer_id":52273588273471,"sku":null,"price":12.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/6803\/8463\/files\/TEW_ABYC_black_cable_reel_white_bg_1024px.webp?v=1771620672","url":"https:\/\/sapphirebattery.ca\/products\/marine-battery-cable-mtw-tew-tinned-copper-solar","provider":"Sapphire Energy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}