The term “Master Distributor” is thrown around a lot these days in the electrical industry, yet it seems that many people are unsure of what it actually means.  Over the next few minutes we will try to clarify the meaning of being a master distributor.  We will go over the qualifications of being a master distributor […]

This article explains a popular form of copper tray cable called XLP or sometimes referred to as XLPE tray cable.  XLP tray cable is a 600 volt product that can be direct buried or installed in cable tray.
XLP stands for cross linked polyethylene.  The XLP is the insulation part of the tray cable.  In other […]

Distributor Wire & Cable, a leading specialty wire and cable company based in Colorado, is delivering Christmas cheer with their 2nd Annual Toys for Tots Drive.
DWC has pledged one new toy for every order over $1000 placed by their distributor partners between October 1st and December 1st.  The annual charity drive last year led to hundreds […]

This article talks about the various types of sound and security wire available today.  Sound and security wire is most commonly purchased as a stranded copper product.
These types of wires are manufactured with a riser or plenum rating.  Riser, which is commonly referred to as CMR, uses a PVC construction.  Plenum, called CMP, can be used […]

XLP USE is a cross-linked polyethylene insulated single conductor stranded or solid bare copper wire.  It is similar to XHHW building wire except this product is rated for direct burial applications.  This product is also referred to as RHH/RHW meaning it meets the UL standard 854 for service entrance cable.
XLP USE is rated for both […]