Transit & Locomotive Cable

DLO

14 AWG – 1111 MCM · 20 sizes 2kV 90C STRANDED EPR

DLO (Diesel Locomotive) cable combines flexible stranded copper conductors with a thermoset insulation and protective jacket system for demanding power connections. The 2kV, 90°C family supports locomotive wiring, motor leads, industrial equipment and other applications specifying DLO cable. The insulation system uses EPR conductor insulation with a separate CPE outer jacket, providing distinct electrical insulation and external protection layers. The flexible conductor arrangement assists routing around equipment and through connection areas. Conductor size, stranding, termination compatibility and any additional RHH/RHW-2 or tray markings determine the appropriate cable for the project.

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DLO Cable Specifications by Size

Complete construction data for every DLO size we stock, from 14 AWG through 1111 MCM. Ampacity is in free air at 30°C ambient; see the DLO ampacity chart for derating guidance, or download the PDF spec sheet.

Part Number Size (AWG / MCM) Conductor Dia. (in) Insulation Wall (in) Jacket Wall (in) Overall Dia. (in) Weight (lbs/1000 ft) Ampacity (A)
35C-140114 AWG0.0720.0450.0150.1922835
35C-120112 AWG0.0910.0450.0150.2153840
35C-100110 AWG0.1230.0450.0300.2776355
35C-08018 AWG0.1480.0550.0300.3029280
35C-06016 AWG0.1860.0600.0300.370128105
35C-04014 AWG0.2400.0600.0300.424188140
35C-02012 AWG0.3150.0600.0450.528292190
35C-01011 AWG0.3630.0800.0450.613394220
35C-00101/0 AWG0.4170.0800.0450.671468260
35C-00202/0 AWG0.4570.0800.0450.711545300
35C-00303/0 AWG0.5330.0800.0450.787720350
35C-00404/0 AWG0.5900.0800.0650.884886405
35C-262262.6 MCM0.6360.0900.0650.9501,032471
35C-313313.1 MCM0.7000.0900.0651.0151,209511
35C-373373.7 MCM0.7720.0900.0651.0861,422590
35C-444444.4 MCM0.8540.0900.0651.1691,652656
35C-535535.3 MCM0.9060.0900.0651.2201,965731
35C-646646.4 MCM0.9960.0900.0651.3112,312815
35C-777777.7 MCM1.1020.0900.0651.3972,778905
35C-929929.2 MCM1.1970.0900.0651.5113,2461,005
35C-11111111 MCM1.3250.1400.0951.7994,0771,115

Construction

Conductor: annealed flexible stranded tinned copper per ASTM B-172, B-174, B-33
Tape separator between conductor and insulation (all sizes except 14 AWG)
Insulation: ethylene-propylene rubber (EPR), rated 90°C wet or dry
Jacket: black heavy-duty CPE thermoset per ICEA S-95-658 / NEMA WC-70
Temperature range: −40°C to +90°C
Minimum bend radius: 6× overall diameter (fixed installations)

Standards & Listings

UL 44 Listed Type RHH/RHW-2 — 600V and 2000V
CSA Listed RW90 / RW90-TC 1kV
ICEA S-95-658 / NEMA WC-70 • IEEE 1202
AAR RP-588 and RP-586 approved • MSHA approved
VW-1 flame rating • UL 1685 Limited Smoke ST1
CT rated 1/0 AWG and larger • sun and oil resistant • RoHS

Available Sizes

20 sizes in stock, cut to length. Click a size to start your quote.

Construction & Ratings

Conductor

STRANDED

Insulation

EPR

Voltage Rating

2kV

Temperature Rating

90C

Available Insulation Colors

1 color option in stock. Custom striping and ID print available on request.

BLACK
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DLO Part Numbers

23 DLO part numbers stocked or sourced by Mid America Wire & Cable. Open a part number for its details, or request a quote for the size and length you need.

Part Number Description Unit Weight (lbs)
35C-0010 1/0 (273) DLO Tinned Copper 2000 Volt EPR/CPE Black 0.45
35C-0020 2/0 (342) DLO Tinned Copper 2000 Volt EPR/CPE Black 0.57
35C-0030 3/0(418) DLO Tinned Copper 2000 Volt EPR/CPE Black 0.68
35C-0040 4/0 (551) DLO Tinned Copper 2000 Volt EPR/CPE Black 0.82
35C-0101 1 (210) DLO Tinned Copper 2000 Volt EPR/CPE Black 0.40
35C-0201 2(161) DLO Tinned Copper2000 Volt EPR/CPE Black 0.28
35C-0401 4 (105) DLO Tinned Copper2000 Volt EPR/CPE Black 0.20
35C-0601 6 (65) DLO Tinned Copper 2000 Volt EPR/CPE Black 0.13
35C-0801 8(37) DLO Tinned Copper 2000 Volt EPR/CPE Black 0.09
35C-1111 1111 (2745) DLO Tinned Copper 2000 Volt EPR/CPE Black
35C-1201 12(19) AWG DLO 000 Volt
35C-262 262.6 (650) DLO Tinned Copper 2000 Volt EPR/CPE Black 0.97
35C-313 313.3 (775) DLO Tinned Copper 2000 Volt EPR/CPE Black 1.14
35C-373 373.7 (925) DLO Tinned Copper 2000 Volt EPR/CPE Black 1.34
35C-444 444.4(1102) DLO Tinned Copper 2000 Volt EPR/CPE Black 1.65
35C-535 535.3 (1330) DLO Tinned Copper 2000 Volt EPR/CPE Black 1.89
35C-535-05 535.3 (1330) DLO Tinned Copper 2000 Volt EPR/CPE GREEN
35C-646 646.4 (1591) DLO Tinned Copper 2000 Volt EPR/CPE Black 2.29
35C-777 777.7 (1924) DLO Tinned Copper 2000 Volt EPR/CPE Black 2.73
35D-0010 #1/0 (273) DLO Tinned Copper 600/2000 Volt EPR/Hypalon 0.33
35D-0040 4/0 DLO Tinned Copper 600/2000 Volt EPR/Hypalon 0.64
35D-0401 #4 (105) DLO Tinned Copper 600/2000 Volt EPR/Hypalon Black 0.13
35D-0601 #6 (65) DLO Tinned Copper 600/2000 Volt EPR/Hypalon Black 0.08

DLO Questions and Answers

What is DLO cable used for?

DLO (diesel locomotive cable) started out feeding traction motors on diesel-electric locomotives. Today it is the usual heavy, flexible power cable for drill rigs, mines, shipyards, generator hookups and battery banks. See the DLO cable guide.

How many amps can DLO cable carry?

As a single conductor in free air at 30°C ambient, 2/0 AWG DLO is rated 300 amps and 4/0 AWG is rated 405 amps. Derate for bundling, raceway or higher ambient temperatures. The DLO ampacity chart lists the sizes from 8 AWG to 444 MCM.

Is DLO cable rated 600V or 2000V?

DLO carries a 2000V (2kV) rating. Its UL RHH/RHW-2 listing also qualifies it for 600V and 1000V NEC applications, which is why one DLO cable can replace several other cable types.

Can DLO be installed in conduit or cable tray?

Yes. Because DLO is UL listed RHH/RHW-2, it can be installed in conduit, cable tray, ducts and troughs like any listed building conductor. Sizes 1/0 AWG and larger are typically tray-rated.

Can I use DLO instead of welding cable?

Yes. DLO meets or exceeds every welding cable rating: 2000V against 600V, tinned copper, a second insulation layer and a UL listing. It is slightly stiffer. The reverse usually does not work, because unlisted welding cable does not qualify where a listed cable, a 2kV rating or installation in raceway is required. See DLO vs welding cable.

What kind of lugs does DLO need?

Flex-rated compression lugs. DLO uses fine Class I stranding, and a standard mechanical lug sized for Class B stranding will not clamp it properly. NEC 110.14 requires connectors listed for fine-stranded conductors. Never fold or trim strands to force a fit in an undersized barrel. See the DLO lug guide.

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DLO Charts and Guides

DLO Cable Ampacity Chart DLO Cable Lug Guide Diesel Locomotive Cable (DLO) Guide DLO Cable vs Welding Cable: When to Use Each Wire Weight Calculator