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Armored and Metal Cable Systems

HCF-90® - Interlocked Galvanized Steel Armor - Type AC - Health Care Facilities

HCF-90®, which features interlocked steel armor, is a derivative of Type AC Cable. It was introduced in the 1980s to support NEC Article 517 on Healthcare Facilities in "areas of patient care". This branch circuit cable is offered in 12 or 10 AWG THHN in 2, 3, or 4 conductors and was one of the original ColorSpec® ID cables. The green interlocked armor became the recognized standard for healthcare facilities' cables, where redundant grounding is required. These 600V cables with THHN conductors have two paths to ground, which is a requirement of NEC 517. The outer metal jacket, in combination with a 16AWG, serves as one equipment grounding means, while the second is an additional full-size green copper ground.

Metal Clad Cable (Type MC)

Metal Clad Cable (Type MC)

Armored Cable (Type AC)

Armored Cable (Type AC)

UL Whips

UL Whips

Additional Armored Options

Additional Armored Options

Cable Accessories

Cable Accessories