Providing peak performance for high-amperage portable applications, this 12 AWG 2-conductor SJOOW cord is engineered for heavy-duty power delivery. Featuring a thick 12-gauge copper core and a specialized thermoset jacket, this 300V-rated cord is designed to handle significant electrical loads while surviving the harshest physical and environmental conditions on a job site.

Why Choose 12/2 SJOOW Flexible Cord?

The 12 AWG gauge is the heavy-duty standard for portable power, capable of supporting up to 25 amps. This makes it the primary choice for high-wattage equipment where voltage drop over distance must be minimized. The SJOOW designation identifies it as a “Junior” (300V) service cord that is fully resistant to Oil, Water, and Weather (UV). Its thermoset CPE jacket is chemically cross-linked, meaning it will not melt, “cold flow,” or deform even under intense heat or mechanical pressure.

• High-Ampacity Power Delivery: The 12-gauge conductors are built to handle the high inrush currents of large motors and the sustained loads of heavy industrial heating and lighting equipment.

• Elite Environmental Shielding: The Chlorinated Polyethylene (CPE) jacket provides the highest level of protection against tearing, abrasion, and degradation from cutting oils, solvents, and chemicals.

• Extreme Cold-Weather Reliability: Rated to remain supple and maneuverable in temperatures as low as -40C, preventing the stiffness and cracking that occurs with thermoplastic cords in winter conditions.

• Industrial-Grade Flex Life: Features high-count Class K bare copper stranding, allowing the cord to endure constant coiling, pulling, and vibration without conductor fatigue or failure.

Technical Specifications: 12/2 SJOOW

• Conductor Size: 12 AWG

• Number of Conductors: 2

• Color Code: Black, White

• Ampacity: 25 Amps (Based on NEC Table 400.5(A)(1))

• Voltage Rating: 300V

• Jacket Material: Premium Grade Thermoset CPE (Black)

• Insulation: Oil-Resistant EPDM

• Conductor Material: Fully Annealed Stranded Bare Copper (Class K)

• Standards: UL 62, CSA C22.2 No. 49, MSHA Approved, RoHS Compliant

Common Applications

• High-Power Portable Tools: The definitive choice for heavy-duty demolition hammers, large circular saws, and portable compressors.

• Industrial Heating Equipment: Ideal for portable space heaters and industrial curing lamps that require high-current delivery.

• Temporary Job Site Power: Frequently used for high-intensity work lighting and temporary power distribution drops in demanding construction environments.

• Commercial Maintenance Machinery: Perfectly suited for heavy-duty pressure washers, high-capacity floor buffers, and industrial-grade vacuums.

Technical Note: All values are nominal and subject to industry tolerances and manufacturer corrections. Specifications are subject to change without notice. It is the buyers responsibility to verify that all materials meet the specific requirements of the project and comply with local electrical codes.

*All values are nominal and subject to correction. Ampacity is based on the National Electrical Code (NEC) for flexible cords and cables, assuming no more than three current-carrying conductors in the cord.