The Southwire 250 ft. 10/2 Solid Type UF-B WG Underground Feeder Cable is built to power outdoor spaces with confidence. Designed for direct burial and outdoor environments, this 10 AWG solid copper feeder features a rugged PVC insulation and a durable nylon jacket that stands up to moisture, UV exposure, and the abrasions typical of underground installs. With three conductors (10/2) and a copper ground, it delivers a reliable, code-ready solution for long runs to detached structures, pools, spas, or outdoor panels.
Why this UF-B WG cable is a smart choice
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Underground-rated and direct burial ready: Specifically engineered for underground feeders with wet location capability, UL listed for safe outdoor use.
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Solid copper 10 AWG conductors: Provides solid, low-resistance paths for dependable power delivery and reduced voltage drop on longer runs.
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Three-conductor design (10/2) with copper ground: Includes two insulated conductors plus a ground conductor sized to match the circuit, simplifying terminations and reducing the need for extra splices.
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600V rating with 90°C temperature tolerance: Ready for typical residential and light-commercial feeder applications while handling higher temperatures in sunny or warm environments.
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Moisture, flame, and UV resilience: PVC insulation protects the conductors, while the nylon jacket adds abrasion resistance and outdoor durability and the flame-retardant construction adds an extra safety margin.
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Outdoor-ready aesthetics and practicality: Gray jacket color helps blend with typical exterior landscapes and structures, making it suitable for exposed outdoor runs where appearance matters as much as performance.
Ideal use cases
- Feeding a detached garage, workshop, shed, or outbuilding from a main service panel.
- Supplying power to outdoor equipment such as pumps, spas, pools, or heat exchangers where a buried feeder is preferred.
- Underground runs to subpanels or other remote electrical installations where a durable, code-compliant feeder is required.
Practical installation insights
- Choose this 250 ft Southwire UF-B WG cable when your installation calls for a reliable 30-amp feeder with direct burial capability and a straightforward 10/2 with ground configuration.
- Plan burial depth and trench layout in accordance with your local electrical code; even though UF-B is designed for direct burial, proper burial practices and protective measures help ensure long-term performance.
- Pair with compatible, listed outdoor connectors and terminations rated for UF-B to maintain voltage integrity and moisture protection at connections.
- Use the solid copper conductors to establish clean, tight terminations at panels and disconnects, minimizing potential issues from strand separation or conductor movement over time.
What makes it different from standard outdoor cables
Unlike many exterior cables that rely on stranded conductors or flexible jackets, the Southwire 250 ft. 10/2 Solid Type UF-B WG cable uses solid copper conductors for lower resistance and stable connections over longer runs. The combination of PVC insulation with a rugged nylon jacket delivers enhanced durability for direct burial, while the UF-B WG designation signals engineering tuned for underground feeders. This means fewer maintenance concerns and a more dependable power supply to outdoor installations, all backed by UL listing for safety and compliance.
Bottom line: when you need a dependable, code-appropriate underground feeder for outdoor power delivery, the Southwire 250 ft. 10/2 Solid Type UF-B WG Underground Feeder Cable gives you a purpose-built solution with solid copper performance, durable construction, and ready-to-use 3-conductor versatility for direct burial applications.
