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Wire gauge refers to the diameter of the copper conductor. This is important because this determines how much current the wire can handle.
For example in normal use 14 gauge wire can handle 15 amps, 12 guage wire can handle 20 amps.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 14y agowire gauge is used to determine the size of the wire to be installed based on the amperage draw of whatever is being hooked up on the receiving end. ie 14 gauge is for a 15 amp circuit, 12 gauge is for a 20 amp circuit, 10 gauge 30 amp etc. to get specific amp draw ratings on a particular gauge of wire look at a current National Electric code book or ugly book.
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∙ 12y agoFlexible wire is available in pretty much all gauges. What determines a wire's flexibility is the number of strands in the conductor, the more strands the more flexible and resistant to repetitive flexing. Typical wire "off the shelf" is usually a solid, 7 or 19 strand wire which are not considered very flexible. The other factor is the insulation or jacket material. The most flexible is silicone insulation.
You can learn more on the link below. Download a wire gauge chart. It can help you see all the stranding options also available through the link.
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∙ 13y agoThe size of wire determines it's Ampacity or Amp Capacity.
#14 gauge is good for 15 amps
#12 gauge is good for 20 amps
#10 gauge is good for 30 amps
And so on...
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∙ 13y agoits function is to protect container from direct heat
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∙ 12y agoA tools that measured the size of a wire.
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∙ 13y agothe size of it
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Is 8 gauge weld wire fencing stronger than 10 gauge wire?
Wire gauges are defined in such a way that the lower the gauge, the thicker the wire. So, 8 gauge wire is thicker than 10 gauge wire.
Can you splice a small length of 16 gauge wire to 18 gauge wire for a repair?
Yes, you splice a small length of 16 gauge wire to 18 gauge wire for a repair.
Which awg wire gauge indicates the smallest wire diameter?
The larger the wire gauge, the smaller the diameter. 12 gauge is bigger than 14 gauge.
What do wire gauges mean?
A wire gauge is a number that indicates how thick the wire is. A larger gauge number means a thinner wire. Gauge and diameter can be linked by looking up wire tables.
What is stronger holding current load a 12 gauge wire or a 14 gauge wire?
The lower gauge number is always a thicker wire which can carry more current.
How big is 6 gauge wire?
The size of the wire is stated by its gauge under American Wire Gauge. Six gauge wire is size 6 AWG.
Is 8 gauge weld wire fencing stronger than 10 gauge wire?
Wire gauges are defined in such a way that the lower the gauge, the thicker the wire. So, 8 gauge wire is thicker than 10 gauge wire.
Is a 6 gauge wire larger than a 12 gauge wire?
Yes, the smaller gauge number, the larger the wire is.
Can you splice a small length of 16 gauge wire to 18 gauge wire for a repair?
Yes, you splice a small length of 16 gauge wire to 18 gauge wire for a repair.
Which awg wire gauge indicates the smallest wire diameter?
The larger the wire gauge, the smaller the diameter. 12 gauge is bigger than 14 gauge.
Is 20 gauge iron wire thicker than 21 gauge?
No, the higher gauge means a thinner wire.
What do wire gauges mean?
A wire gauge is a number that indicates how thick the wire is. A larger gauge number means a thinner wire. Gauge and diameter can be linked by looking up wire tables.
Can you 14 gauge wire from the panel box to 12 gauge wire to the light?
no
How many amps will 4 gauge wire handle?
The amps that a four gauge wire will handle will depend with the thickness of the wire. If the wire is thin, the four gauge will handle 95 amps.
Can you go from a 14 gauge to 12 gauge wire?
it is not recommended because the 14 gauge wire is not capable of carrying the same amount of load as the 12 gauge wire which could result in a fire.
What is the diameter of 16 gauge wire?
16-gauge wire has a diameter of 0.05082 inches.
Which gauge wire is a 12v?
The gauge of wire that is 12 volt is 18, 14, and 16.
