HCF-Lite®, which features interlocked aluminum 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.

Kaf-Tech HCF-Lite® Healthcare Facility Armored Cable, Type AC, Reel Packaging, 600 V, 2 Conductors, Solid Copper Conductor, 12 AWG Conductor, 0.489 in OD, 1000 ft Length, THHN Insulation, 90 deg C

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• Moisture resistant fire retardant paper wrap shield
• Full size green insulated copper grounding conductor plus armor/bond wire combination provides redundant ground or isolated grounding capability
• Interlocking aluminum green striped armor with Color-Trak ID System®
• 277/480 V gray neutral conductor
• 12 AWG insulated green grounding conductor
• Yellow, gray and green conductors