{"id":1868419498073,"title":"Tray Cable 18-2 per foot - 18-2-TC","handle":"18-2-tray-cable","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"ui-tabs-panel ui-corner-bottom ui-widget-content\" id=\"tabs-1\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"false\" aria-labelledby=\"ui-id-1\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnect small solar modules to charge controllers and batteries with this 2-conductor, 16AWG sunlight resistant tray cable. Featuring black and red color-coded conductors for easy polarity identification, this cable is a great choice for small to medium modules where higher current capacity and longer runs are needed compared to 18AWG. Sold by the foot, so you only pay for what you need.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 Conductor, 16AWG:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ideal for small to medium solar modules, providing reliable power transmission with lower resistance than 18AWG.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmpacity Rating:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 16AWG copper wire is rated for approximately 13-15 amps for power transmission (depending on insulation type and ambient temperature), making it suitable for larger small panels and higher-current DC loads.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLower Voltage Drop:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The thicker 16AWG conductor allows for longer cable runs with less voltage drop compared to 18AWG, improving system efficiency.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor-Coded Conductors:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Includes black and red conductors for easy positive\/negative polarity identification, reducing installation errors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight Resistant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e UV-resistant jacket ensures long-lasting outdoor performance without cracking or degradation from sun exposure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSold by the Foot:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Buy only the length you need — no wasted cable or excess inventory, perfect for custom installations and small projects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreat for Small Modules:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e An excellent choice for small solar modules, battery connections, and low-voltage DC circuits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ui-tabs-panel ui-corner-bottom ui-widget-content\" id=\"tabs-4\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"ui-id-2\" style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grp-of-series\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","published_at":"2018-11-22T11:26:11-07:00","created_at":"2018-11-22T11:26:11-07:00","vendor":"Colorado Solar","type":"PV \u0026 Building Wire","tags":["All products","feed-sl-9","Solar System Wire and Cable","Type_PV Wire \u0026 Building Wire"],"price":80,"price_min":80,"price_max":80,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":18342658277465,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"COLO-00735","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Tray Cable 18-2 per foot - 18-2-TC","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":80,"weight":45,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":null,"barcode":"","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/www.solarpanelstore.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/tray_cable_0d79e8aa-2824-4ac6-af00-843911cfecc0.gif?v=1542913075"],"featured_image":"\/\/www.solarpanelstore.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/tray_cable_0d79e8aa-2824-4ac6-af00-843911cfecc0.gif?v=1542913075","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":514794389644,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.816,"height":179,"width":325,"src":"\/\/www.solarpanelstore.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/tray_cable_0d79e8aa-2824-4ac6-af00-843911cfecc0.gif?v=1542913075"},"aspect_ratio":1.816,"height":179,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/www.solarpanelstore.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/tray_cable_0d79e8aa-2824-4ac6-af00-843911cfecc0.gif?v=1542913075","width":325}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cdiv class=\"ui-tabs-panel ui-corner-bottom ui-widget-content\" id=\"tabs-1\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"false\" aria-labelledby=\"ui-id-1\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnect small solar modules to charge controllers and batteries with this 2-conductor, 16AWG sunlight resistant tray cable. Featuring black and red color-coded conductors for easy polarity identification, this cable is a great choice for small to medium modules where higher current capacity and longer runs are needed compared to 18AWG. Sold by the foot, so you only pay for what you need.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 Conductor, 16AWG:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ideal for small to medium solar modules, providing reliable power transmission with lower resistance than 18AWG.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmpacity Rating:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 16AWG copper wire is rated for approximately 13-15 amps for power transmission (depending on insulation type and ambient temperature), making it suitable for larger small panels and higher-current DC loads.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLower Voltage Drop:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The thicker 16AWG conductor allows for longer cable runs with less voltage drop compared to 18AWG, improving system efficiency.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor-Coded Conductors:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Includes black and red conductors for easy positive\/negative polarity identification, reducing installation errors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight Resistant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e UV-resistant jacket ensures long-lasting outdoor performance without cracking or degradation from sun exposure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSold by the Foot:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Buy only the length you need — no wasted cable or excess inventory, perfect for custom installations and small projects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreat for Small Modules:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e An excellent choice for small solar modules, battery connections, and low-voltage DC circuits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ui-tabs-panel ui-corner-bottom ui-widget-content\" id=\"tabs-4\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"ui-id-2\" style=\"display: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grp-of-series\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"block\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e"}