the lower the number, the larger the wire. 0 AWG is larger than 4 AWG
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The above answer is correct but I wish to add more information. What you are calling 0 AWG is usually written as 1/0 and called "one ought". From there the numbers get larger: 1/0, 2/0 (read "2 ought"), 3/0, and 4/0. From there wires are written in there MCM size or kcmils (kilo-circular-mills) which stands for thousand circular mills, the same as MCM. That's a lot of useless information unless you are a competent electrician. I just wanted to clarify that 0 AWG is commonly called 1/0, or "one ought."
the lower the number, the larger the wire. 0 AWG is larger than 4 AWG More information: The above answer is correct but I wish to add more information. What you are calling 0 AWG is usually written as 1/0 and called "one ought". From there the numbers get larger: 1/0, 2/0 (read "2 ought"), 3/0, and 4/0. From there wires are written in there MCM size or kcmils (kilo-circular-mills) which stands for thousand circular mills, the same as MCM. That's a lot of useless information unless you are a competent electrician. I just wanted to clarify that 0 AWG is commonly called 1/0, or "one ought."
4 AWG is larger than 6 AWG because the lower the number, the larger the wire size. In this case, 4 AWG has a larger diameter and can carry more current than 6 AWG.
12 AWG wire is larger in diameter than 15 AWG wire. Wire gauge sizes decrease as the number increases, so a lower gauge number represents a larger wire diameter.
1/0 wire is larger in diameter and can carry more current compared to number 1 wire. Number 1 wire is smaller and has a lower ampacity rating than 1/0 wire. It's important to choose the appropriate wire size based on the current requirements of the electrical system to ensure safety and functionality.
For a 200 amp service, you would typically need a service cable with a minimum size of 2/0 AWG copper or 4/0 AWG aluminum to safely handle the current. It's important to check local building codes and consult with a licensed electrician to ensure compliance and safety.
The recommended cable size for a 200 amp service entrance is typically 2/0 AWG copper or 4/0 AWG aluminum.
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500 MCM (thousand circular mils) is equivalent to approximately 3/0 AWG (3 aught) in the American Wire Gauge (AWG) system. MCM is often used for larger conductors, particularly in industrial applications, while AWG is more common for smaller wires. The exact conversion may vary slightly depending on the specific context or wire type, but 3/0 AWG is the standard equivalent for 500 MCM.
Yes they can but the electrical code states that the wires can only be 1/0 AWG and larger.
10 AWG can be solid. 8 AWG and larger should be stranded. 2008 NEC 310.3 2011 NEC 310.106(C)
The larger the AWG number the smaller the wire. 10 AWG wire can carry more current than 12 AWG wire.The wire sizes of 24 and 26 are the smallest that are used in the electrical.See related links below
There is no defined AWG for 350 MCM. The American Wire Gauge stops at 0000 (4/0), and 350 MCM is bigger than this. An approximate conversion would be 6/0, if there were such a thing. Extrapolating out from 4/0, 6/0 is 334.8 MCM, and 7/0 is 422.2 MCM. These wire sizes don't exist of course, and don't exactly match 350 MCM anyway.