Southwire 12lc11 Low Voltage Lighting Wire 12/2 500 Ft

Product Description

The SOUTHWIRE 12lc11 is a 12/2 low-voltage lighting cable wound on a 500-foot spool, designed for direct burial and above-ground landscape lighting installations. The conductors are soft-drawn bare copper, stranded, and built to ASTM Specifications B-3 and B-8. A high-quality polyvinylchloride (PVC) jacket insulates each conductor, rated for temperatures up to 60 degrees C. The cable carries a UL component recognition and is rated sunlight-resistant, making it a reliable choice for exposed outdoor runs in landscape and irrigation lighting systems.

This cable is suited for residential and commercial landscape lighting applications, including path lighting, accent fixtures, and low-voltage transformer feed runs. It is appropriate for direct burial in soil and is commonly used by landscape contractors and outdoor lighting professionals routing wire through garden beds, along hardscape edges, or under mulch layers. The PVC insulation resists abrasion and chemical exposure, which helps maintain conductor integrity in variable soil conditions and weather environments.

Key Features

• 12/2 stranded bare copper conductors meeting ASTM B-3 and B-8 specifications
• PVC insulation rated for conductor temperatures up to 60 degrees C
• Sunlight-resistant jacket suitable for exposed above-ground runs
• UL recognized component for professional-grade installations
• 500-foot spool length reduces splicing needs on larger landscape jobs
• Suitable for direct burial in landscaping and irrigation lighting applications

Compatibility

Designed for use in low-voltage landscape lighting systems, including direct burial and above-ground runs fed by standard low-voltage transformers common in residential and commercial outdoor lighting installations.

Installation Notes

Installation of low-voltage lighting cable is typically performed by landscape lighting contractors or qualified electricians. Before making any connections, de-energize the low-voltage transformer and verify power is off at the source. When direct burying, follow local code requirements for burial depth, which may reference NEC guidelines for low-voltage wiring. Avoid sharp bends or kinking the cable during installation to preserve conductor integrity and ensure consistent electrical delivery.

Technical Specifications

• Conductor Size: 12 AWG
• Configuration: 2-conductor (12/2)
• Spool Length: 500 feet
• Conductor Type: Stranded soft-drawn bare copper
• Conductor Standard: ASTM B-3 and B-8
• Insulation Material: Polyvinylchloride (PVC)
• Temperature Rating: 60 degrees C
• Sunlight Resistance: Yes
• UL Recognized Component: Yes
• Application: Direct burial, landscape and low-voltage lighting

Standard Information

• Brand: SOUTHWIRE
• Manufacturer Part Number: 12lc11