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What is larger 12 gauge wire or 20 gauge wire?
Yes, a #12 AWG conductor has a greater diameter than a #14 AWG conductor. A #12 conductor has an ampacity of 20 amps whereas a #14 conductor only has an ampacity of 15 amps.
What is the table 310.16 of the NEC?
It's a table that shows the ampacity ratings for the particular wire size and insulation you are using. Example: #12 THHN CU is rated @ 30amps under the 90 degree column. (#12)is the wire size, (THHN)is the type of insulation on the wire (CU)is copper. You shouldn't be using the chart unless you're a qualified electrician simply because there are many sub rules and exceptions.
Allowable ampacity of 10 copper thin wire rated at 75 degree Celsius?
Isn't it 35, according to the NEC 310.15(B)(16) Table.
How many amps can a 2.5 sq mm wire conduct?
It will taken 8 amps <<>> The conversion of 2.5 sq mm wire to AWG is equal to a #12 wire. The ampacity of a #12 copper wire with an insulation factor of 90 degrees C is 20 amps.
What is the ampacity of each five no 8 aluminum conductors with thhn insulation being routed through a conduit with ambient temperature of 75 Celsius?
School question. The answer can be found in your electrical code book.
What is larger 12 gauge wire or 20 gauge wire?
Yes, a #12 AWG conductor has a greater diameter than a #14 AWG conductor. A #12 conductor has an ampacity of 20 amps whereas a #14 conductor only has an ampacity of 15 amps.
What size PVC conduit would be required to carry five runs of number 12 AWG conductors?
It's 12 AWG THHN, 1/2" PVC would be just fine
Can 12-2 wire be used where only 14-2 wire is required?
Yes the ampacity of #12 is 20 amps whereas the ampacity of #14 is 15 amps, so you are well within the range using #12 wire.
How many No2 Awg THHN wires will fit in a 1 conduit?
According to appendix C of the NEC, 3 #2 awg are permitted in a 1" EMT.
What size of wire is required for 20 amps 220v over 100 ft?
12 AWG should be fine since resistance of wire is only about .16 ohms per 100 ft.
What is the table 310.16 of the NEC?
It's a table that shows the ampacity ratings for the particular wire size and insulation you are using. Example: #12 THHN CU is rated @ 30amps under the 90 degree column. (#12)is the wire size, (THHN)is the type of insulation on the wire (CU)is copper. You shouldn't be using the chart unless you're a qualified electrician simply because there are many sub rules and exceptions.
Continuous loads are calculated at what percenteage of the connected load?
"... the rating of the overcurrent device shall not be less than the non-continuous load plus 125% of the continuous load." NEC 2008 Article 210.20(A) Furthermore, the ampacity of the conductor must be derated to 80% of allowable ampacity as stated in Table 310.16. Please take note of the exception to the table for #14 AWG, #12 AWG, and #10 AWG in Article 240.4(D) which automatically derates small conductors such as these to 15A, 20A, and 30A respectively. Also be aware of all other ampacity derating that may be required by Article 310 and Article 422.
What wire size for 100 amp sub panel 250 ft from main panel?
1/0 copper thhn covering. 3/0 aluminum again thhn covering
Allowable ampacity of 10 copper thin wire rated at 75 degree Celsius?
Isn't it 35, according to the NEC 310.15(B)(16) Table.
Which is larger in diameter12 AWG or 15 AWG wire?
12 awg is larger.
What is the final ampacity for a number 12 NM-B conductor?
What is the final ampacity for a number 12 NM-B conductor? Answer this question…
How many amps can a 2.5 sq mm wire conduct?
It will taken 8 amps <<>> The conversion of 2.5 sq mm wire to AWG is equal to a #12 wire. The ampacity of a #12 copper wire with an insulation factor of 90 degrees C is 20 amps.
