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How many amps is 2 wire good for?

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Anonymous

14y ago
Updated: 7/15/2023

depends on its use. If its for residential service its good for 125 amps

In commercial and industrial installations it's a bit more complicated but you end up at the same 125 amps.

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Dale Kshlerin

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