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A 10 mm squared conductor is equal to a #8 AWG.

A #8 copper conductor with an insulation factor of 75 or 90 degrees C are both rated at 45 amps.

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Q: What is the ampacity of a 10 sq mm Aluminium wire?
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How many amps will taken in sq mm copper wire?

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How many amps can a 2.5 sq mm wire conduct?

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