What does Sjoow cord stand for?

Service Cord
Spec Sheet. SJOOW stands for: S = Service Cord (600 Volts) J = Junior Service Cord (300 Volts) OO = Oil Resistant both inside insulation and outside jacket.

Is Sjoow cable rated for direct burial?

Our 4-4-4 Aluminum Underground Distribution Cable is rated for direct burial and you do not need to use a conduit.

What does SJO cable mean?

Junior Service
SJO having similar lettering in its name means the characteristics are going to be almost the same. The only significant difference for this cable would be the “J” or “Junior Service.” Junior Service as explained below is rated for hard service or 300 volts.

What is the advantage of the W in Sjoow cable?

J= Junior Service. T= Thermoplastic. O= Oil-Resistant Outer Jacket. W= Weather Resistant.

Is Sjoow cord waterproof?

Our SJOOW cable is a thermoset cable suitable for use in applications that require flexibility and durability. This cable is a junior service cord with an oil-resistant jacket and insulation. It is also water and weather-resistant.

Can you bury SJ cord?

Since it is subject to physical damage, it is not allowed as a direct burial.

What does Stoow mean?

S means Service. E means Thermoplastic Elastomer. OO means Oil-resistant insulation and Oil-resistant jacket. W means Weather and Water resistance.

What does SJTO mean?

SJTO Portable Cord is rated to 300 volts and has a temperature range of –20ºC to 60ºC and features excellent resistance to oil, water and moisture. The letters SJTO denote particular properties of the cable:S for ServiceJ for Junior (300V)T for ThermoplasticO for Oil-resistant jacket.

Can you direct bury Soow cable?

Since it is subject to physical damage, it is not allowed as a direct burial. UF cable is used for direct burial. “SOOW” cord is not rated for direct burial on the exterior insulation.

What’s the difference between a SJOOW and a SOOW wire?

Differences Between SOOW and SJOOW Wires The most notable difference between the two types of wires is the voltage ratings. SOOW cords can handle more voltage, going up to 600 volts. SJOOW wires can only handle a maximum of 300 volts.

What does SjoW stand for in service cord?

SJOW stands for: S = Service Cord (600 Volts) J = Junior Service Cord (300 Volts) O = Oil Resistant outside jacket

What kind of power cord is SJOOW rated for?

SJOOW flexible portable/service cord is rated for hard use up to 300V (junior service). This cost-effective thermoset rubber jacketed cord offers the best resistance to abrasion and melting on momentary contact with a hot surface.

What’s the difference between SOOW, seoow, and Stow?

These cords have similar resistant properties as the SOOW and the SEOOW, thought not to the same extent. The STOW and SJTOW also have a thermoplastic jacket, making them the least flexible of the SO portable cords. However, they work great for consumer applications, portable lights and power extensions.