Copperweld® MC HCF Cable helps teams manage cost, support compliant installations, and improve installation workflow while delivering efficient electrical performance in healthcare environments.
In hospitals, outpatient centers, and other healthcare facilities, electrical systems must support patient care environments while meeting strict code requirements and maintaining reliable performance. Copperweld® MC HCF Cable is designed for these applications, providing the grounding and construction features required for compliant installation in patient care areas. Its lightweight, flexible construction improves handling and routing in the field, while its bimetallic design helps reduce exposure to copper price volatility, minimize theft-related disruptions, and deliver efficient electrical performance when sized per NEC requirements.
| CCA Size (AWG) | No. of Strands | Insulated Green Ground Size | Solid Alum. Bonding Cond. Size | Overall Diameter | Approx. Weight | CCA Allowable Amperage* | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| in | lb/1000 ft | 75° C | 90° C | |||||
| 12/2-G | Solid | 12 | 12 | 0.48 | 89.6 | 20 | 25 | |
| 12/3-G | Solid | 12 | 12 | 0.51 | 104.8 | 20 | 25 | |
| 12/4-G | Solid | 12 | 12 | 0.55 | 120.4 | 20 | 25 | |
| 10/2-G | Solid | 10 | 10 | 0.55 | 116.4 | 30 | 35 | |
| 10/3-G | Solid | 10 | 10 | 0.59 | 139.4 | 30 | 35 | |
| 10/4-G | Solid | 10 | 10 | 0.64 | 162.3 | 30 | 35 | |
| 8/2-G | 7 | 8 | 8 | 0.68 | 172.2 | 40 | 45 | |
| 8/3-G | 7 | 8 | 8 | 0.74 | 210.2 | 40 | 45 | |
* Ampacity of conductors are based on the Copper-Clad Aluminum columns of NFPA 70 (NEC 2026) Table 310.16 and in accordance with section 330.80.See sections 110.14 and 240.4(D) for specific sizing limitations based upon electrical connection temperature ratings and circuit-size over-current protection values. | ||||||||
| Part Name | Conductor Color Sequence* | Standard Packaging** | Part Number*** | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/2-G | BK, WT, GR (G) | 250’ or 1000’ | 12/2HCF-1/1-CCA-A-[Ft]-[Pkg] | |||||
| 12/3-G | BK, WT, RD, GR (G) | 250’ or 1000’ | 12/3HCF-1/1-CCA-A-[Ft]-[Pkg] | |||||
| 12/4-G | BK, WT, RD, BL, GR (G) | 250’ or 1000’ | 12/4HCF-1/1-CCA-A-[Ft]-[Pkg] | |||||
| 10/2-G | BK, WT, GR (G) | 250’ or 1000’ | 10/2HCF-1/1-CCA-A-[Ft]-[Pkg] | |||||
| 10/3-G | BK, WT, RD, GR (G) | 250’ or 1000’ | 10/3HCF-1/1-CCA-A-[Ft]-[Pkg] | |||||
| 10/4-G | BK, WT, RD, BL, GR (G) | 250’ or 1000’ | 10/4HCF-1/1-CCA-A-[Ft]-[Pkg] | |||||
| 8/2-G | BK, WT, GR (G) | 250’ or 1000’ | 8/2HCF-7/1-CCA-A-[Ft]-[Pkg] | |||||
| 8/3-G | BK, WT, RD, GR (G) | 250’ or 1000’ | 8/3HCF-7/1-CCA-A-[Ft]-[Pkg] | |||||
* Insulation colors: Black (BK), White (WT), Red (RD), Blue (BL), Green (GR) unless otherwise noted. Other color combinations are available on request, including standard 480V colors. ** Packaging: Other packaging and denomination options are available on request. *** Part Number Legend: [Size/# of Circuit Cond.][Type]-[# of Strands Circuit Cond. / Ground Cond.]-CCA-A-[Length in Feet]-[Packaging] • Standard Packaging [Pkg]: Hand Coils [C], Plastic Spools or Wooden Reels [RL] | ||||||||
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