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Welding Cable
- Use For: Welding
- 600V AC: Bend and Stay
600V AC/DC: Flexible - Temperature Range: -55° to 220° F
- Insulation: EPDM Rubber
This cable withstands abrasion, oil, and the rough conditions found in welding applications. It’s flame rated VW-1 to meet requirements for vertical flame testing.
Class K cable is for general purpose welding applications. It bends and stays in the position that you bend it.
Class M cable is more flexible and durable than Class K cable.
Per Ft. | |||||||||
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Wire Ga. | Stranded Wire Class | Strand Count | OD | Specifications Met | Choose an Outer Insulation Color | Length, ft. | 1-249 | 250-Up | |
Stranded Wire | |||||||||
600V AC | |||||||||
8 | K | 182/30 | 0.27" | UL 2556 VW-1 | 0000000 | 00000 | 00000 | ||
6 | K | 260/30 | 0.3" | UL 2556 VW-1 | 0000000 | 0000 | 0000 | ||
4 | K | 364/30 | 0.33" | UL 2556 VW-1 | 0000000 | 0000 | 0000 | ||
2 | K | 624/30 | 0.42" | UL 2556 VW-1 | 0000000 | 0000 | 0000 | ||
1 | K | 767/30 | 0.48" | UL 2556 VW-1 | 0000000 | 0000 | 0000 | ||
1/0 | K | 975/30 | 0.53" | UL 2556 VW-1 | 0000000 | 0000 | 0000 | ||
2/0 | K | 1,196/30 | 0.57" | UL 2556 VW-1 | 0000000 | 0000 | 0000 | ||
3/0 | K | 1,547/30 | 0.62" | UL 2556 VW-1 | 0000000 | 0000 | 0000 | ||
4/0 | K | 1,950/30 | 0.69" | UL 2556 VW-1 | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000 | ||
600V AC/600V DC | |||||||||
2 | M | 1,482/34 | 0.42" | UL 2556 VW-1 | Orange | 0000000 | 0000 | 0000 | |
1 | M | 1,843/34 | 0.49" | UL 2556 VW-1 | Orange | 0000000 | 0000 | 0000 | |
1/0 | M | 2,337/34 | 0.53" | UL 2556 VW-1 | Orange | 0000000 | 0000 | 0000 | |
2/0 | M | 2,886/34 | 0.59" | UL 2556 VW-1 | Orange | 0000000 | 0000 | 0000 |
Flame-Resistant Welding Cable
- Use For: Outdoors, Welding
- Flexible
- Temperature Range: -55° to 190° F
- Insulation: Polyethylene Plastic
This cable meets Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) standards for flame resistance. It’s also flame rated VW-1 to meet requirements for preventing the spread of flames, based on a timed test with vertically suspended material. The insulation resists abrasion and chemicals.
Per Ft. | |||||||||
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Wire Ga. | Stranded Wire Class | Strand Count | OD | Outer Insulation Color | Specifications Met | Length, ft. | 10-249 | 250-Up | |
Stranded Wire | |||||||||
600V AC/600V DC | |||||||||
6 | M | 660/34 | 0.37" | Orange | UL Listed, CSA Certified, UL 2556 VW-1 | 0000000 | 00000 | 00000 | |
4 | M | 1,045/34 | 0.42" | Orange | UL Listed, CSA Certified, UL 2556 VW-1 | 0000000 | 0000 | 0000 | |
2 | M | 1,634/34 | 0.48" | Orange | UL Listed, CSA Certified, UL 2556 VW-1 | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000 | |
1 | M | 2,090/34 | 0.53" | Orange | UL Listed, CSA Certified, UL 2556 VW-1 | 0000000 | 00000 | 00000 | |
1/0 | M | 2,597/34 | 0.58" | Orange | UL Listed, CSA Certified, UL 2556 VW-1 | 0000000 | 00000 | 00000 | |
2/0 | M | 3,300/34 | 0.63" | Orange | UL Listed, CSA Certified, UL 2556 VW-1 | 0000000 | 00000 | 00000 | |
3/0 | M | 4,214/34 | 0.7" | Orange | UL Listed, CSA Certified, UL 2556 VW-1 | 0000000 | 00000 | 00000 | |
4/0 | M | 5,225/34 | 0.8" | Orange | UL Listed, CSA Certified, UL 2556 VW-1 | 0000000 | 00000 | 00000 |
Solder and Crimp-On Lugs
Solder these lugs in place, or use a crimping tool (not included) for a secure connection.
Lug covers (sold separately) prevent accidental contact with other connections.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
For Wire Gauge | For Screw Size | For Screw Size Decimal Equivalent | For Wire Type | For Wire Material | Terminal Material | Lg. | Wd. | Ht. | Thick. | Max. Voltage | Each | |
1 Hole — 1 Wire | ||||||||||||
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8-6 | 5/16" | 0.312" | Stranded | Copper | Copper | 1.39" | 0.539" | 0.38" | 0.08" | Not Rated | 0000000 | 00000 |
6-4 | 5/16" | 0.312" | Stranded | Copper | Copper | 1.6" | 0.622" | 0.45" | 0.1" | Not Rated | 0000000 | 0000 |
6-2 | 1/2" | 0.5" | Stranded | Copper | Copper | 2.67" | 0.78" | 0.63" | 0.12" | 80V DC 80V AC | 000000 | 0000 |
1-2/0 | 1/2" | 0.5" | Stranded | Copper | Copper | 2.89" | 1" | 0.768" | 0.15" | 80V DC 80V AC | 000000 | 0000 |
3/0-4/0 | 1/2" | 0.5" | Stranded | Copper | Copper | 3.15" | 1.17" | 0.89" | 0.16" | 80V DC 80V AC | 000000 | 0000 |
4/0 | 5/8" | 0.625" | Stranded | Copper | Copper | 3.87" | 1.36" | 1.02" | 0.17" | 80V DC 80V AC | 000000 | 00000 |
For Wire Gauge | Material | Each | |
6-4/0 | Vinyl Plastic | 0000000 | 000000 |
Lug Covers
Prevent accidental contact with other connections.
For Wire Gauge | Material | For Lug Shape | Each | |
6-4/0 | Vinyl Plastic | Straight | 0000000 | 000000 |
Insulated Set Screw Lugs
To prevent short-circuiting with nearby wire, a plastic cover insulates the barrel on these lugs. Tighten the set screw for a secure connection without crimping.
45° elbow lugs connect to wire at an angle, so they fit in tight spaces.
Lug covers go over the entire lug, so they prevent accidental contact with other connections.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
For Wire Gauge | For Screw Size | For Screw Size Decimal Equivalent | Lg. | Wd. | Ht. | Thick. | For Wire Type | For Wire Material | Insulation Color | Insulation Material | Terminal Material | Max. Temp., °F | Max. Voltage | Each | |
Straight | |||||||||||||||
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1 Hole — 1 Wire | |||||||||||||||
6-1/0 | 1/2" | 0.5" | 3.625" | 1.054" | 1.270" | 0.2" | Stranded | Copper | Black | Nylon | Copper | 470° | 40V AC 40V DC | 0000000 | 000000 |
2/0-4/0 | 1/2" | 0.5" | 3.625" | 1.080" | 1.520" | 0.188" | Stranded | Copper | Black | Nylon | Copper | 470° | 40V AC 40V DC | 0000000 | 00000 |
1 Hole — 2 Wire | |||||||||||||||
2/0-4/0 | 5/8" | 0.625" | 6.875" | 2.687" | 1.562" | 0.257" | Stranded | Copper | Black | Nylon | Copper | 350° | 40V AC 40V DC | 0000000 | 00000 |
45° Elbow | |||||||||||||||
1 Hole — 1 Wire | |||||||||||||||
6-1/0 | 1/2" | 0.5" | 3.125" | 1.073" | 1.750" | 0.215" | Stranded | Copper | Black | Nylon | Copper | 470° | 40V AC 40V DC | 0000000 | 00000 |
2/0-4/0 | 1/2" | 0.5" | 3.375" | 0.913" | 1.991" | 0.188" | Stranded | Copper | Black | Nylon | Copper | 470° | 40V AC 40V DC | 0000000 | 00000 |
For Wire Gauge | Material | Each | |
6-4/0 | Vinyl Plastic | 0000000 | 000000 |
Hammer-On Lugs
Slide these lugs onto cable and strike them with your hammer to create a durable connection.
Lug covers prevent accidental contact with other connections.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
For Wire Gauge | Material | Each | |
6-4/0 | Vinyl Plastic | 0000000 | 000000 |
Solder and Crimp-On Lug Assortments
Keep a variety of lug sizes on hand. Either solder these lugs into place, or use a hammer-on crimper (not included) for a secure connection.
Number of Pieces | Includes | Wire Connection Type | For Wire Material | For Wire Type | Terminal Material | Max.Temp., °F | Max. Voltage | Each | |
1 Hole — 1 Wire | |||||||||
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68 | 6 AWG for 1/4", 5/16" and 3/8" Screws, 4 AWG for 1/4", 5/16", 3/8" and 1/2" Screws, ; 2 AWG, 1/0-4/0 for 3/8" and 1/2" Screws, Plastic Compartmented Case | Crimp On, Solder | Copper | Stranded | Copper | 190° | 48V DC | 0000000 | 000000 |
Welding Cable Connectors
Deliver power to welding cable. Plugs lock into sockets with a cam action that pulls the two pieces together tightly. The housing resists oil.
Use lug adapters (sold separately) to connect welding plugs to the stud of a power supply.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Current | Wire Connection Type | For Wire Gauge | For Cable OD | Housing Connection Type | OD | Lg. | Color | Temp. Range, °F | Each | |
250A | Screw Terminals | 4-1/0 | 0.2"-0.5" | Push In | 1.3" | 5.9" | Black | -50° to 350° | 0000000 | 000000 |
350A | Screw Terminals | 1/0-2/0 | 0.32"-0.56" | Push In | 1.4" | 5.9" | Black | -50° to 350° | 0000000 | 00000 |
500A | Screw Terminals | 3/0-4/0 | 0.41"-0.63" | Push In | 1.4" | 5.9" | Black | -50° to 350° | 0000000 | 00000 |
Current | Wire Connection Type | For Wire Gauge | For Cable OD | Housing Connection Type | OD | Lg. | Color | Temp. Range, °F | Each | |
250A | Screw Terminals | 4-1/0 | 0.2"-0.5" | Push In | 1.3" | 4.9" | Black | -50° to 350° | 0000000 | 000000 |
350A | Screw Terminals | 1/0-2/0 | 0.32"-0.56" | Push In | 1.4" | 4.9" | Black | -50° to 350° | 0000000 | 00000 |
500A | Screw Terminals | 3/0-4/0 | 0.41"-0.63" | Push In | 1.4" | 4.9" | Black | -50° to 350° | 0000000 | 00000 |
Welding Cable Connector Sets
Each set includes one plug and one socket. Plugs lock into sockets with a cam action that pulls the two pieces together tightly. The housing resists oil.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Mated Housing | ||||||||||
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Current | Wire Connection Type | For Wire Gauge | For Cable OD | Housing Connection Type | Dia. | Lg. | Color | Temp. Range, °F | Each | |
250A | Screw Terminals | 4-1/0 | 0.2"-0.5" | Push In | 1.3" | 9.7" | Black | -50° to 350° | 0000000 | 000000 |
350A | Screw Terminals | 1/0-2/0 | 0.32"-0.56" | Push In | 1.4" | 9.8" | Black | -50° to 350° | 0000000 | 00000 |
500A | Screw Terminals | 3/0-4/0 | 0.41"-0.63" | Push In | 1.4" | 9.8" | Black | -50° to 350° | 0000000 | 00000 |
Extension Cords for Welding
Run power to welders in machine shops, garages, and other areas where these cords will be exposed to harsh conditions. These cords have either EPDM or PVC insulation that protects the cord's wires from weld slag and being dragged, kicked, and stepped on. Their insulation also won't crack or become brittle when exposed to oil, water, and weather. They also stay flexible across a wide range of temperatures. A power-indicating light on the socket illuminates when the cord has power.
NEMA 5-15 cords are for use with most tools, such as angle grinders and hammer drills, rated up to 125V AC. With an additional layer of CPE on top of the EPDM, they withstand higher temperatures than cords insulated with TPE or PVC. Even in temperatures up to 190° F, they won’t degrade from chemicals or lose their toughness.
NEMA 6-50 cords can be used with higher voltage equipment than NEMA 5-15 cords. Use them with portable MIG welders rated up to 400 amps as well as TIG welders, stick welders, and plasma cutters rated up to 250V AC. They have a light that illuminates when they’re grounded safely. A handle makes them easy to plug in and unplug.
Cord | |||||||||||
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Wire Gauge | Current, A | Voltage | Power-Indicating Light | OD | Insulation Material | Industry Designation | Specifications Met | Features | Color | Each | |
NEMA 5-15 Plug × NEMA 5-15 Socket | |||||||||||
25 ft. | |||||||||||
12 | 15 | 125V AC | With Power-Indicating Light | 0.43" | EPDM Rubber, CPE Rubber | SJOOW | UL Listed, CSA Certified | __ | Black | 0000000 | 000000 |
50 ft. | |||||||||||
12 | 15 | 125V AC | With Power-Indicating Light | 0.43" | EPDM Rubber, CPE Rubber | SJOOW | UL Listed, CSA Certified | __ | Black | 0000000 | 000000 |
100 ft. | |||||||||||
12 | 15 | 125V AC | With Power-Indicating Light | 0.43" | EPDM Rubber, CPE Rubber | SJOOW | UL Listed, CSA Certified | __ | Black | 0000000 | 000000 |
NEMA 6-50 Plug × NEMA 6-50 Socket | |||||||||||
25 ft. | |||||||||||
8 | 50 | 250V AC | With Power-Indicating Light | 0.85" | PVC Plastic | STW | ETL Listed, C-ETL Listed | Ground-Indicating Light, Handle | Black | 0000000 | 000000 |
50 ft. | |||||||||||
8 | 50 | 250V AC | With Power-Indicating Light | 0.85" | PVC Plastic | STW | ETL Listed, C-ETL Listed | Ground-Indicating Light, Handle | Black | 0000000 | 000000 |
Grounding Clamps for Welding
Designed specifically for use with welding circuits. Clamps that are copper or have copper-plated components prevent weld spatter from sticking.
C-clamps tighten with a handle. Use these multipurpose tools for strong clamping in nearly any application. Heavy duty clamps have a strong frame that won’t spread when holding big workpieces, such as large diameter pipe and thick plate. No-twist clamps have jaws that move in unison to apply even pressure and prevent twisting while securing your workpiece. They’re also known as cantilever clamps. Clamps with an ABS plastic handle have a cushioned grip that’s comfortable to hold.
Plier clamps are good for light duty applications that require mobility, such as building a fence. Nonconductive clamps won’t transmit electricity, meaning you can touch them while the power is on without disrupting the circuit.
Spring clamps have an extended jaw that eases clamping. Both jaws carry current. Flat-jaw clamps grip flat surfaces especially well. They have a larger contact area with the workpiece than standard spring clamps, so electricity flows more easily, but their jaw openings aren’t as large.
Magnetic clamps stick to metal surfaces on your workpiece, even oddly-shaped and sized ones. Compared to traditional clamps, they require less manual effort and are less limited by the amount of space available on your workpiece. However, you can’t use them on aluminum or nonferrous material, and their hold is usually less powerful than traditional clamps. Clamps with an on/off switch let you engage and disengage the magnet for easy placement and removal of your workpiece. Multiple-angle clamps let you hold more than one workpiece at a time, at different angles.
Cable supports prevent cable strand breakage.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Current, A | For Wire Gauge | For No. of Wires | Max. Cable Outlet Dia. | Jaw Opening | Connection Material | Cable Connection Type | Features | Each | |
Standard | |||||||||
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300 | 1/0, 2/0 | __ | 0.56" | 2" | Bronze | Male and Female Cam | Copper-Plated Steel Screw | 0000000 | 000000 |
300 | 1/0, 2/0 | __ | 0.56" | 2" | Bronze | Screw | Copper-Plated Steel Screw | 0000000 | 00000 |
600 | 3/0, 4/0 | __ | 0.63" | 2" | Bronze | Male and Female Cam | Copper-Plated Steel Screw | 0000000 | 000000 |
600 | 3/0, 4/0 | __ | 0.63" | 2" | Bronze | Screw | Copper-Plated Steel Screw | 0000000 | 000000 |
Heavy Duty | |||||||||
600 | 3/0, 4/0 | 1 | 0.66" | 3 3/8" | Bronze | Male and Female Cam | Copper-Plated Steel Screw | 0000000 | 000000 |
600 | 3/0, 4/0 | 1 | 0.66" | 3 3/8" | Bronze | Screw | Copper-Plated Steel Screw | 0000000 | 000000 |
No Twist | |||||||||
400 | __ | __ | __ | 4 1/2" | Copper | Bolt and Nut | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
400 | __ | __ | __ | 4 1/2" | Copper | Bolt and Nut | ABS Plastic Handle | 0000000 | 00000 |
Current, A | For Wire Gauge | Jaw Opening | Connection Material | Cable Connection Type | Stud Lg. | Features | Each | |
180 | 1/0 | 2" | Copper | Bolt and Nut | 1/2" | Nonconductive, Cable Support | 0000000 | 000000 |
200 | 1/0 | 1 1/2" | Steel | Bolt and Nut | 3/4" | Cable Support | 0000000 | 0000 |
300 | 1/0, 2/0 | 2" | Steel | Bolt and Nut | 3/4" | Cable Support | 0000000 | 00000 |
500 | 3/0, 4/0 | 2" | Steel | Bolt and Nut | 3/4" | Braided Copper Shunt, Cable Support | 0000000 | 00000 |
Current, A | For Wire Gauge | Max. Cable Outlet Dia. | Jaw Opening | Connection Material | Cable Connection Type | Features | Each | |
Standard | ||||||||
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200 | 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, 1/0 | 0.51" | 1" | Copper | Screw | Copper Hinge Pin, Cable Support | 000000 | 000000 |
300 | 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, 1/0, 2/0, 3/0 | 0.54" | 1 1/2" | Copper | Screw | Copper Hinge Pin, Cable Support | 000000 | 00000 |
500 | 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, 1/0, 2/0, 3/0, 4/0 | 0.58" | 2" | Copper | Screw | Copper Hinge Pin, Cable Support | 000000 | 00000 |
Flat Jaw | ||||||||
200 | 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, 1/0 | __ | 5/8" | Copper | Screw | Copper Hinge Pin | 0000000 | 00000 |
300 | 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, 1/0, 2/0, 3/0 | __ | 1" | Copper | Screw | Copper Hinge Pin | 0000000 | 00000 |
500 | 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, 1/0, 2/0, 3/0, 4/0 | __ | 1 1/4" | Copper | Screw | Copper Hinge Pin | 0000000 | 00000 |
Ready-to-Use Welding Cable with Male Connector and Ground Clamp
The male quick-action connector on these cables gives your welding set-up greater versatility by allowing quick changes.
Class K cables are good for general welding applications.
Class M cables are often used in pipe welding because they’re more flexible and durable than class K cables.
Cable AWG | Wire Gauge | Number of Wires | Welding Process | Outer Insulation Material | 10 ft. | 25 ft. | 50 ft. | |
Stranded Wire Class K | ||||||||
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Black Outer Insulation | ||||||||
1/0/1 | 1/0 | 1 | MIG, TIG, Stick, Spot, Stud | EPDM Rubber | 0000000 | |||
2/0/1 | 2/0 | 1 | MIG, TIG, Stick, Spot, Stud | EPDM Rubber | 0000000 | |||
Red Outer Insulation | ||||||||
1/0/1 | 1/0 | 1 | MIG, TIG, Stick, Spot, Stud | EPDM Rubber | 00000000 | |||
2/0/1 | 2/0 | 1 | MIG, TIG, Stick, Spot, Stud | EPDM Rubber | 00000000 | |||
Stranded Wire Class M | ||||||||
Orange/Black Outer Insulation | ||||||||
1/0/1 | 1/0 | 1 | MIG, TIG, Stick, Spot, Stud | TPE Rubber | 00000000 | |||
2/0/1 | 2/0 | 1 | MIG, TIG, Stick, Spot, Stud | TPE Rubber | 00000000 |
Ready-to-Use Welding Cable with Male Connector and Electrode Holder
The male quick-action connector on these cables gives your welding set-up greater versatility by allowing quick changes.
Ready-to-Use Welding Cable with Male Connector and Female Connector
The quick-action connectors on these cables give your welding set-up greater versatility by allowing quick changes.