Southwire Type SEU, service entrance cable is primarily used to convey power from the service drop to the meter base and from the meter base to the distribution panelboard; however, the cable may be used in all applications where Type SE cable is permitted. SEU may be used in wet or dry locations at temperatures not to exceed 90°C. Voltage rating is 600 volts. SE cables are not permitted underground, with or without a raceway, per NEC 338.12(A)(2).
| Cond. Size | 8 AWG 8 AWG | |
| Conductor Number | 2 2 | |
| Cond. Strands | Solid Solid | |
| Diameter Over Conductor (in) (cm) | 0.128 0.33 | inch cm |
| Insulation Thickness (mils) (mm) | 30 0.76 | mils mm |
| Num x Neutral Size | 1x8 1x8 | |
| Jacket Thickness (mils) (mm) | 30 0.76 | mils mm |
| Approx. OD (in) (cm) | 0.379 x 0.581 0.96 x 1.48 | inch cm |
| Aluminum Weight (lbs/1000') (kgs/km) | 47 70 | lbs/1000' kgs/km |
| Approx. Weight (lbs/1000') (kgs/km) | 101 150 | lbs/1000' kgs/km |
