This is 6-gauge, 2-conductor non-metallic sheathed cable with a bare ground, rated 600V and 55 amps. It is the standard branch-circuit wire for high-draw indoor runs like ranges, dryers and subpanels. The stranded copper conductors bend more easily than solid 6-gauge, which helps in tight boxes and long pulls. It is dry-indoor only and must be protected where code requires; compare it with 6/3 if you need a neutral at the load.
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This is 6/2 with ground NM-B nonmetallic-sheathed copper building cable, rated for 600 volts and 55 amps. It has 2 insulated conductors and a bare ground wire. The jacket is black, which is the color code for 6 AWG.
The conductors are soft annealed stranded copper with PVC insulation rated to 90°C. The cable is designed for easier pulling during installation.
NM-B cable is used mainly in residential wiring, such as branch circuits for outlets, switches and other loads. It can be run exposed or concealed in normally dry locations at temperatures up to 90°C, with ampacity limited to that for 60°C conductors. It can also be run in air voids of masonry block or tile walls that are not wet or damp. Typical 55 amp uses include electric ranges and cooktops, electric water heaters, central air conditioners, hot tubs or spas, and larger sub-panels.
