Within every hybrid and electric-powered vehicle, there is a plethora of wire and cable. All of it is essential, but only a small portion stands out because of size, appearance or high-voltage capabilities.
The EXRAD 1,000-volt (UL 758 rated) battery cable is notable for all three reasons. Made by Champlain Cable Corp., the 4/0 AWG cable measures nearly 1 inch in diameter and weighs 0.876 pound per foot. Its irradiated cross-linked elastomer (XLE) jacket is only 0.08-inch thick yet strong enough to isolate any stray current. The jacket’s bright orange color means EXRAD meets EU standards for high-voltage cables.