Wholesale Electrical Supplies in Philadelphia
Bulk copper wire, metering equipment, and electrical supplies for contractors. Stocked in the same Northeast Philadelphia warehouse where local crews already buy their HVAC equipment.
One Supplier for HVAC Equipment and Electrical Materials
E&L Material Wholesale recently added wholesale electrical supplies to our Philadelphia warehouse. The reason is simple.
The contractors who buy furnaces, condensers, and air handlers from us also need wire, metering equipment, and electrical materials to finish those jobs. Making a second stop across town slows the work down.
Now you can source the equipment and the electrical supplies from one counter. Pick up a condenser and the copper wire to feed it in the same trip. Our inventory is deep, and it is built around what HVAC and electrical contractors in Philadelphia actually use.
To be clear about what we are and what we are not. E&L is not a full line electrical distributor with forty aisles of fittings. We are an HVAC supply house in Philadelphia that stocks serious quantities of the electrical materials that keep installs moving.
Bulk spools of copper wire. Commercial metering equipment. The materials crews burn through on real jobs.
Electrical Supplies in Stock
Our electrical supply inventory in Philadelphia centers on two categories: bulk copper wire and ABB metering equipment. You can browse the full electrical supplies catalog online.
Bulk Copper Wire: THHN and XHHW
We stock 2500 foot spools of stranded copper wire in the gauges contractors pull most. Current spool sizes include 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, and 10 AWG THHN, plus 10 AWG XHHW. Jackets come color coded in black, white, blue, purple, and green, which makes phase and ground identification straightforward on multi conductor pulls.
Our THHN spools feature SIMpull construction. The slick jacket reduces pulling friction through conduit, which means faster pulls with less lubricant and less strain on the wire.
2500 Ft 1 Black Stranded CU SIMpull THHN Wire
$5,325.002500 Ft 3 Black Stranded CU SIMpull THHN Wire
$5,325.002500 Ft 2 Black Stranded CU SIMpull THHN Wire
$5,325.002500 Ft 4 White Stranded CU SIMpull THHN Wire
$5,325.00
2500 Ft 10 Green Stranded CU XHHW Wire
$5,325.002500 Ft 10 Purple Stranded Cu THHN Wire
$7,860.002500 Ft 6 Blue Stranded Cu THHN Wire
$7,860.00
ABB Metering Equipment
For multifamily and light commercial service work, we carry the ABB ReliaMod group metering line. Current inventory includes 800 amp bus ringless meter stacks in 2 gang, 3 gang, and 5 gang configurations with 125 amp sockets, along with the matching 800 amp single phase entrance device.
This equipment fits the projects Philadelphia contractors see every day. Rowhome conversions, small apartment buildings, and mixed use properties that need individual metering for each unit. Group metering stacks let you meter multiple tenants from one service in a compact footprint.
ABB 800 Amp ReliaMod Group Metering Single Phase Entrance Device (RMM1BL8R)
$2,475.00ABB 800 Amp Bus ReliaMod Group Metering 2 Gang 125 Amp Ringless Meter Stack (RMS18212LRLR)
$1,065.00ABB 800 Amp Bus ReliaMod Group Metering 5 Gang 125 Amp Ringless Meter Stack (RMS18512LRLR)
$1,675.00ABB 800 Amp Bus ReliadMod Group Metering 3 Gang 125 Amp Ringless Meter Stack (RMS18312LRLR)
$1,310.00
Copper Wire Size Guide for Common Applications
Wire gauge determines how much current a conductor can safely carry. The table below shows general ampacity reference points for stranded copper wire at a 75°C termination rating, which covers most equipment terminations contractors work with.
| Gauge | General Ampacity (75°C Copper) | Common Applications |
|---|---|---|
| 10 AWG | 35 amps | Condenser circuits, branch wiring, equipment grounds |
| 6 AWG | 65 amps | Larger equipment feeds, subpanel feeders |
| 4 AWG | 85 amps | Subpanels, larger HVAC equipment circuits |
| 3 AWG | 100 amps | Feeders, 100 amp service conductors |
| 2 AWG | 115 amps | Feeders, service work |
| 1 AWG | 130 amps | Service entrance conductors, large feeders |
These figures are general reference points only. Final conductor sizing depends on load calculations, termination ratings, conduit fill, ambient temperature, and other conditions of use under the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70). A licensed electrician makes the final sizing call on every job.
If you know the gauge and footage you need, call us and we will confirm spool availability and pricing.
THHN vs XHHW: Which Wire Do You Need?
Both THHN and XHHW are building wire, and we stock both. The difference comes down to insulation and where the wire is going.
THHN
THHN uses thermoplastic insulation with a nylon outer jacket. It is the standard choice for dry indoor conduit runs. The thin insulation gives THHN a smaller overall diameter, which helps with conduit fill on crowded runs. Most THHN sold today is dual rated as THWN, which extends its use to wet locations.
XHHW
XHHW uses cross linked polyethylene insulation. It handles moisture and heat better than standard thermoplastic, which makes it a common pick for wet locations, service entrances, and outdoor raceway. Many engineers spec XHHW for service and feeder conductors for exactly that reason.
Why Contractors Buy Electrical Supplies From E&L
No second stop at an electrical supply store across Philadelphia.
Wholesale pricing on full spools and equipment. We sell in contractor quantities at contractor prices. Bulk spools, not cut lengths.
A real local warehouse. We are at 10011 Sandmeyer Lane in Northeast Philadelphia, minutes off Roosevelt Boulevard. Easy in, easy out, loaded fast.
Delivery when you need it. Delivery is available at $3 per mile across the Philadelphia region. Call in the order and keep your crew on the job site.
People who know the work. E&L is family owned with more than 100 five star reviews. Our counter staff understand HVAC jobs, so when you describe the install, we know what materials go with it.
Ready to price out a job? Call (267) 517-8647 or request a quote through our contact page.
Electrical Supplies for HVAC System Installs
Every HVAC installation is also an electrical job. A new condenser needs a dedicated circuit with properly sized copper conductors, a disconnect, and overcurrent protection. An air handler needs its own circuit and correctly sized wire for the heat kit. When older Philadelphia homes get modern equipment, the existing service sometimes cannot carry the new load, and the job grows into a service upgrade.
That is why we stock electrical wire for HVAC jobs alongside the equipment itself. The 10 AWG spools cover typical condenser circuits. The heavier gauges handle feeders, subpanels, and service conductors when the scope expands.
For multifamily work, PTAC and through the wall AC projects often coincide with metering upgrades, which is where the ABB ReliaMod group metering line fits.
Electrical work on these installs is regulated at every level. In Philadelphia, electrical permits run through the Department of Licenses and Inspections. Statewide, construction falls under the Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code, administered by the Department of Labor and Industry.
Contractors working across the river follow the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code under the Department of Community Affairs, and crews taking jobs in the city follow the New York City Electrical Code through the Department of Buildings. Wherever the job is, the materials need to match the code and the permit.
Planning an install? Browse our air handlers, condensers, and full HVAC catalog, then call to add the electrical materials to the same order.
What to Know Before Buying Electrical Supplies
A few things worth knowing before you buy, whether from us or anyone else.
Copper is a commodity. Wire pricing tracks the copper market, and the market moves. A quote from last month may not hold this month. Buying full spools at wholesale gives you a better cost basis than paying retail markup on cut lengths, and locking in a quote when you win the job protects your margin.
Check the listing. Inspectors look for listed and labeled conductors and equipment. Verify the UL listing and the print legend on any wire you buy, and confirm equipment carries the proper labeling. Unlisted material can fail inspection and force a redo at your cost.
Order for the pull, not the takeoff. Takeoff footage rarely survives contact with the building. Bends, reroutes, and waste add up, and running short in the middle of a pull costs a trip and an afternoon. Experienced crews round up on spool counts. A partial spool left over goes on the next job. A crew standing around waiting for wire does not.
Know who can do the work. In Philadelphia, electrical work must be performed by licensed electrical contractors registered with the city. The Department of Licenses and Inspections publishes trade license requirements. If you are a homeowner or property manager buying materials for a project, make sure the person installing them holds the right license.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you sell electrical supplies to the public or only to contractors?
Both. E&L Material Wholesale serves contractors and homeowners across Philadelphia. Contractors buying in volume get wholesale spool pricing. Homeowners are welcome to purchase materials for licensed installers working on their property.
What wire gauges do you carry?
We stock 2500 foot spools of stranded copper wire in 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, and 10 AWG. Most spools are THHN, and we also carry XHHW. Call (267) 517-8647 to confirm which gauges and colors are on the shelf today.
Do you deliver electrical supplies in Philadelphia?
Yes. Delivery is available at $3 per mile throughout the country. Call in your order and we will schedule it. Pickup at our Sandmeyer Lane warehouse is always available during business hours.
Can I pick up HVAC equipment and electrical supplies in the same order?
Yes, and that is the whole point. Order the condenser, the air handler, and the wire together. One counter, one loadout, one trip.
Get Wholesale Electrical Supplies in Philadelphia
E&L Material Wholesale stocks the HVAC equipment and the electrical materials that keep Philadelphia installs moving, all from one warehouse in the Northeast. Skip the second supply stop and source the whole job in one place.