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MC-A Cable 10/2 Solid Black/White with Ground Aluminum Armor 250ft Coil

MC-A Cable 10/2 Solid Black/White with Ground Aluminum Armor 250ft Coil

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$1,794.42at Echo Electric, last seen Nov 3

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Our take on the MC-A Cable 10/2 Solid Black/White with Ground Aluminum Armor 250ft Coil

This is a 250-foot coil of 10/2 MC aluminum-armor cable with a bare copper ground, rated 600 volts and made in the USA. The interlocked aluminum armor lets it run exposed in many indoor commercial and industrial settings without conduit, which is its main draw over standard NM-B. Ten-gauge copper carries 30-amp circuits, so it suits dryers, ranges, water heaters and subpanels. It is a specialty electrical item sold through distributors, and pricing moves with copper, so compare per-foot cost across stores rather than the coil total alone.

Best forElectricians wiring 30-amp branch circuits
Dryer, range and water heater hookups
Exposed runs in commercial or industrial spaces
Contractors buying in bulk coils
Pros
  • 10 AWG copper handles 30-amp circuits
  • Aluminum armor allows exposed installation without conduit
  • Bare ground conductor included
  • 600-volt rating covers most branch-circuit work
  • Made in the USA
Cons
  • Aluminum armor needs anti-short bushings and proper fittings
  • Heavier and stiffer to pull than NM-B
  • Not for wet locations or direct burial
  • Only a 1-year warranty
  • Copper price swings make the coil cost volatile

MC-A Cable 10/2 Solid Black/White with Ground Aluminum Armor 250ft Coil prices at every store

  • Echo ElectricCheck price at Echo Electric

MC-A Cable 10/2 Solid Black/White with Ground Aluminum Armor 250ft Coil price history

Lowest price we've seen: $1,794.42 on Nov 3 at Echo Electric. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 3.

Specifications

Conductor Material
Copper
Conductor Size
10 AWG
Number Of Conductors
2
Voltage
600 Volt
Length
250 Foot
Warranty Length
1 yr
Country Of Origin
USA

Questions and answers

Is 10/2 MC cable the same as 10/2 Romex?
No. Both have two 10 AWG copper conductors plus a ground, but MC has interlocked aluminum armor and NM-B has a plastic sheath. MC can be run exposed where code allows; NM-B generally must be protected.
What can I power with 10/2 cable?
On a 30-amp breaker it fits dryers, ranges, water heaters and small subpanels. Confirm the appliance's circuit requirements and local code before buying.
Can this cable be buried or used outdoors?
Standard MC cable is for dry, indoor locations. It is not rated for direct burial or wet spots, so use UF or PVC conduit outdoors.
What fittings do I need for the armor?
Use listed MC connectors and anti-short bushings at every box and panel entry. The bushings protect the conductor insulation from the cut armor edge.
How many circuits will 250 feet cover?
That depends on run length. Measure each home run from panel to box and add slack; a typical dryer or range run uses 25 to 60 feet, so a coil covers several circuits.
When is the price lowest?
MC cable tracks copper prices, so it is cheapest when copper is down. Compare per-foot prices across distributors, since coil totals vary widely.