The wire that is used for connecting the ground rod or plate to the electrical distribution is governed by the size of the electriclal distribution. In Canada a #6 bare copper is the minimum size for a 200 amp service.
A #1 copper conductor with an insulation rating of 90 degrees C is rated at 145 amps.
For an 800 amp service with parallel sets of 500 kcmil copper conductors, the grounding electrode conductor size should be based on the largest conductor in the parallel set. The grounding electrode conductor size should be sized based on Table 250.66 in the NEC, which recommends a minimum size of 3/0 AWG copper for 1/0 AWG or larger service-entrance conductors.
For a 400 Amp service with 500 MCM conductors, the minimum size grounding electrode conductor required would be 3/0 AWG copper or 250 kcmil aluminum based on the NEC Table 250.66.
The required size of the service grounding conductor for a 350 amp parallel service will depend on the specific installation requirements and local codes. It is recommended to consult with a licensed electrician or engineer to determine the proper size based on factors such as the type of wiring used, the distance between the service entrance and the transformer, and the local ground conditions.
To calculate the minimum conductor size, you need to consider the current carrying capacity of the conductor, the length of the run, and the voltage drop allowance. Use the appropriate electrical code or standard for guidance on sizing conductors based on these factors to ensure safety and optimal performance of the electrical system.
A #1 copper conductor with an insulation rating of 90 degrees C is rated at 145 amps.
This answer is taken from the CEC. Table 17 states minimum size of grounding conductors. For a service conductor drawing 400 amps a #3 copper grounding conductor is needed. Also see rules 10-206, 10-700 and 10-812 if you have access to the code book.
For an 800 amp service with parallel sets of 500 kcmil copper conductors, the grounding electrode conductor size should be based on the largest conductor in the parallel set. The grounding electrode conductor size should be sized based on Table 250.66 in the NEC, which recommends a minimum size of 3/0 AWG copper for 1/0 AWG or larger service-entrance conductors.
A 100 amp residential service requires a size #8 copper wire, it should be insulated in green.
For a 400 Amp service with 500 MCM conductors, the minimum size grounding electrode conductor required would be 3/0 AWG copper or 250 kcmil aluminum based on the NEC Table 250.66.
Answer for USA, Canada and countries running a 60 Hertz supply service.CEC states that a #3 bare copper conductor is a common grounding conductor size for a 200 amp service panel and it is the minium size for service raceway and service equipment of 400 amps.
The required size of the service grounding conductor for a 350 amp parallel service will depend on the specific installation requirements and local codes. It is recommended to consult with a licensed electrician or engineer to determine the proper size based on factors such as the type of wiring used, the distance between the service entrance and the transformer, and the local ground conditions.
On large service entrance services the neutral can be reduced. The amperage of the service and the voltage of the service and the insulation factor of the 500 MCM conductors need to be stated to answer this question correctly.
The minimum size wire that can be paralleled together stated in the electrical code book is a #3 copper conductor.
Notes: 1. Where multiple sets of service-entrance conductors are used as permitted in Section 230-40, Exception No. 2, the equivalent size of the largest service-entrance conductor shall be determined by the largest sum of the areas of the corresponding conductors of each set. 2. Where there are no service-entrance conductors, the grounding electrode conductor size shall be determined by the equivalent size of the largest service-entrance conductor required for the load to be served. 1 This table also applies to the derived conductors of separately derived ac systems. 2 See installation restrictions in Section 250-64(a).
For service sizes of 100 amps and less a #8 bare copper conductor is required.
A size 3/0 AWG copper main bonding jumper is typically required for service entrance conductors rated at 250 kcmil copper. This is based on NEC requirements for sizing the main bonding jumper to be at least 1/10th the circular mil area of the largest service entrance conductor.