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If you’ve been looking for a new or replacement detachable POWER CABLE, you might have seen an alphabet soup of abbreviations for the cable jacket type. Understanding these abbreviations will help you choose the correct power cable for your application.
Each of these letters designates a usage rating derived from the National Electrical Code. Here is the most common nomenclature used for power cable jackets:
Generally, the combination of these letters defines the various cable jacket types. The chart below is a glossary of the most common types in North America.
| Type | Description | Jacket Material | Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| SJT | Junior Hard Service Thermoplastic | Thermoplastic (PVC) insulated conductors and jacket | Indoor use; tools and equipment, lights, power extensions |
| SJTW | Junior Hard Service Thermoplastic, Outdoor Rated | Moisture- and sunlight-resistant thermoplastic (PVC) insulated conductors and jacket | Indoor/outdoor use; tools and equipment, lights, power extensions |
| SJOW | Junior Hard Service Oil-Resistant Outdoor Rated | Oil-, moisture- and sunlight-resistant thermoset insulated conductors and jacket | Indoor/outdoor use; small motors and machinery |
| SVT | Service Vacuum Thermoplastic | Light-duty thermoplastic (PVC) insulated conductors and jacket | Indoor use; small appliances such as vacuums, fans and lamps |
| SEOW | Extra-Hard Service Thermoplastic Elastomer Oil-Resistant Outdoor Rated | Oil-, moisture- and sunlight-resistant heavy-duty thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) insulated conductors and jacket | Outdoor use in extreme weather conditions |