Aluminum PV Cable
Farwalk’s Aluminum PV Wires are the cost-optimized energy feeders for utility-scale solar projects. Specifically engineered with AA-8000 series aluminum alloy and dual-layer XLPO insulation, these cables deliver the same power-handling capacity as copper at a fraction of the weight and cost. They are the strategic choice for long-distance home-runs from combiner boxes to centralized inverters.
Manufactured in accordance with UL 4703 and ASTM standards. The conductor is high-flexibility AA-8000 Series Aluminum Alloy, providing superior creep resistance and terminal stability. It is insulated and jacketed with dual layers of thermoset Cross-linked Polyolefin (XLPO), rated for 90°C wet/dry environments and up to 2000V DC.
The primary choice for high-capacity energy transmission in ground-mount utility solar farms and large-scale commercial rooftops. Ideally suited for long-distance DC feeder circuits where reducing cable weight and project material costs is essential for maximizing ROI.
• Conductor: AA-8000 Series Aluminum Alloy (Class B)
• Voltage Rating: 600V, 1000V, 2000V DC
• Material: Thermoset XLPO (UV, Ozone & Oil Resistant)
• Temp. Range: -40°C to +90°C (Wet/Dry)
• Flame Test: VW-1 / UL 1581
• Design Life: 25+ Years
1. Conductor: High-flexibility AA-8000 Series Aluminum Alloy, Class B or Class C stranded.
2. Insulation: Thermoset Cross-linked Polyolefin (XLPO), dual-rated 600V/1000V/2000V.
3. Outer Jacket: UV-resistant, moisture-resistant, flame-retardant XLPO (Black/Red).
4. Properties: Specifically engineered for 25+ year outdoor design life with low-friction surface for easy pulling.
• Strategic Cost Efficiency: Provides equivalent electrical performance to copper at a significantly lower material cost and lighter overall weight, maximizing project ROI.
• AA-8000 Alloy Advantage: Utilizes the latest aluminum alloy technology for superior creep resistance and terminal stability compared to standard aluminum.
• Utility-Scale Resilience: Engineered with dual-layer XLPO to withstand intense UV radiation, ozone, and acid rain in aggressive ground-mount or rooftop environments.
• Advanced Alloy Control: We exclusively use AA-8000 series aluminum to eliminate the brittleness associated with older aluminum wires, ensuring safe terminations.
• Precise Concentricity: Our extrusion process guarantees perfect insulation-to-conductor centering, essential for preventing electrical stress points in high-voltage DC runs.
• Full Project Support: Farwalk provides the necessary bi-metallic termination guidelines and technical support to ensure your aluminum feeder network is built for the long haul.
Comparison Logic
| Feature | Aluminum PV Wire (Farwalk) | Copper PV Wire | Standard Aluminum Wire |
| Project Cost | Highly Economical | Expensive / Volatile | Low |
| Weight | Ultra-Light (Easy pull) | Heavy | Light |
| Creep Resistance | High (AA-8000 Alloy) | Superior | Low (Pure Aluminum) |
| UV Exposure | 25+ Year Certified | 25+ Year Certified | Low (Indoor only) |
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