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The wire gauge is rated for the current it supports under various temperature and environmental conditions. For typical residential use 10 AWGis rated for 30 amps and 12 AWG is rated for 20 amps. So the quick answer is NO.
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∙ 11y ago
Steven Erickson
Yes, the rule of thumb is the( higher the number the smaller the diameter, of the wire.) So going the other way number 10 wire is larger in diameter, then number 12 wire. I know it sounds completely opposite of how you would think it to be, but there again, the wiring industry set up the sizing standards, for a reason.
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∙ 14y agoYes ... the smaller the number, the larger the wire diameter.
As a comparison, telephone wires are usually 22 gauge.
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∙ 14y agoYes the lower the number the larger the gauge, goes for sheet metal also.
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∙ 12y agoYes. In electrical wires, a lower-number "gauge" has thicker wire.
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∙ 12y agoYes, but the overall capacity is still limited by the 12 gauge wire at 20A.
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∙ 15y agoCEC - Code does not allow the paralleling of wires smaller than #2.
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∙ 14y agoYes, but the splice must be made in an electrical junction box.
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What is difference between 10-2 and 10-3 wire?
10 is the gauge of the wire, 2 and 3 are how many leads are in the wire. For instance 10-2 wire is 10 gauge with two leads, 10-3 is 10 gauge with three leads.
Can you splice a 10 ga wire to a 20 ga wire?
30 gauge wire is much "thinner" than 10 gauge wire. Hence, if you are using 10 gauge for an application requiring only 30 gauge, it will more than handle any current flow. However, if the application requires 10 gauge wire you cannot use 30 gauge wire.
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.
What can you use 10 gauge wire for?
ten gauge wire is used for high current circuits. in home wiring, 12 gauge wire is normally used. 12 gauge wire can carry a maximum of 20 amps. 10 gauge wire on the other hand, is larger and can carry more current. the maximum current capacity of a 10 gauge wire is around 30 amps. one would use this for a stove, hvac or other power hungry device's.
What is no 10 copper wire?
#10 refers to the size in AWG (american wire gauge)
What is difference between 10-2 and 10-3 wire?
10 is the gauge of the wire, 2 and 3 are how many leads are in the wire. For instance 10-2 wire is 10 gauge with two leads, 10-3 is 10 gauge with three leads.
What gauge wire does a dryer use?
Normally AWG #10
Can you splice a 10 ga wire to a 20 ga wire?
30 gauge wire is much "thinner" than 10 gauge wire. Hence, if you are using 10 gauge for an application requiring only 30 gauge, it will more than handle any current flow. However, if the application requires 10 gauge wire you cannot use 30 gauge wire.
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 it safe to use 10 gauge wire on a 20 amp breaker for a microwave?
No, 10 gauge wire requires the use of a 30 amp breaker. A 20 amp breaker is only used on 12 gauge wire.
You are hooking up a 220v air conditioner you were told to use 10-2 wire how do you hook this up?
10-2 wire refers to 10 gauge, 2 conductor wire. Youshould use wire that is 10 gauge or larger (8 gauge, 6 gauge, 4 gauge, 2 gauge). The larger the wire, the more it will cost. most people install using the smallest size permitted, which in this case is 10 gauge. The are specifying the wire size to ensure that you do not connect the air conditioner to electric power using wire that is two small. If you are having problems with this type of question, you should consult an licensed electrician for help in connecting your air conditioner.
What can you use 10 gauge wire for?
ten gauge wire is used for high current circuits. in home wiring, 12 gauge wire is normally used. 12 gauge wire can carry a maximum of 20 amps. 10 gauge wire on the other hand, is larger and can carry more current. the maximum current capacity of a 10 gauge wire is around 30 amps. one would use this for a stove, hvac or other power hungry device's.
What gauge is the black wire with red strip ground from the alternator?
That particular wire is usually 10 gauge.
What is no 10 copper wire?
#10 refers to the size in AWG (american wire gauge)
What type of wire gauge is used for a 30amp circuit?
10 gauge
Can you use 10 gauge wire to connect a 2 15 amp outlets to a 30 amp breaker?
no
What size wire for 100 feet 20 amp circuit to run pond fountain?
12 gauge underground wire or if you think you will ever add any devices to this circuit use 10 gauge.
