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Voltage is not related to gauge. Gauge of wire is related to current.
Actually, its better to say, " current capacity ", which is the carrying capacity
of metallic wire" as in the " quantity " of electron flow per second .
Think of ( voltage ) as water pressure.
house( 60lbs/sq ft ), car wash( 1600lbs/sq ft )
Think of how much water is flowing ( current ).
to fill the bucket per time.
the dam outflow at the reservoir per time.
Think of the valve as ( resistance ) to flow.
the faucet changes pressure and flow rate.
the dam gate changes pressure and flow rate.
the tub shower head( soft or massage ).
the equation ( E = I x R ) which is
( Electromotive Force = Intensity x Resistance ... restated becomes )
( Volts( pressure ) = Current( flow ) x Resistance( slow down ) )
Shuffle on carpet to the door knob ... ZAP(3-4 thousand volts).
However add more "quantity" of electrons( .5 Current (Amps)) and your
nervous system overloads, and your heart stops.
A light bulb. 120volts AC( pressure EMF ) and
60W( watts )
Watt represents ( Pressure x Intensity ).
AC means, "alternating current", eg. take a pendulum (magnetized) and
swing it over a piece of wire (copper), magnetism will push the copper
electrons first one way then the other (back).
A car battery. 12 volts DC, is not an alternating - push ( NS SN ) current flow.
In batteries (chemical) the flow is only one way, from positive to negative.
Just like a garden hose one direction. From hi potential to neutralization.
A car tire, has air pressure, a valve, push it and the air comes out fast
then slower, slower til neutralized to the atmospheric pressure being
whatever sea level or mountain level. Not just electronics. <<>>
Wire insulation
The first thing we have to do is clarify between the two items. The wire's voltage rating is an insulation rating of the wire. Like wire with ratings of 300 volts, 600 volts and 1000 volts these are the highest allowable voltages that can be applied. A wire that is rated for 300 volts is good for 120 volts, 240 volts and 277 volts. At test research facilities, equipment is tested to destruction. The label that is given to wire as a result of the tests is the highest safest voltages that can be applied to that particular wire. So when you see a wire that has a label stating that it is rated for 300 volts it means that any voltage under and up to 300 volts is safe to apply. The ability of a wire to carry current (amps) is related to the diameter size of the wire.
To answer this question, a #18 copper conductor with an insulation factor of 90 degrees C is rated at 6 amps.
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What kind of speaker wire should you use?
Speaker wire should be sized to the maximum wattage that the speakers can handle. Use the following formula Amps = Watts divided by Voltage of the system driving the speakers.
Where can one purchase a 14 gauge speaker wire?
When looking to purchase a 14 gauge speaker wire it may be possible to buy the required length and brand of wire from a local Hi-Fi shop. There are online websites that offer 14 gauge speaker wire and these are sites such as Amazon and Walmart as well as many other sites that offer speaker wire.
Maximum current for 24 gauge wire?
ampacity is 1.3 Amps
What wire gauge should be used for 9 amp maximum?
#14 copper wire is rated for 15 amps.
What gauge wire should be used to run a 230v motor 90 ft away?
To answer this question the amperage or the wattage of the motor must be given.
What kind of speaker wire should you use?
Speaker wire should be sized to the maximum wattage that the speakers can handle. Use the following formula Amps = Watts divided by Voltage of the system driving the speakers.
Is 22 gauge speaker wire for surround sound work?
It is better to use 16 gauge or 14 gauge speaker wire for your home theater applications.
Where can one purchase a 14 gauge speaker wire?
When looking to purchase a 14 gauge speaker wire it may be possible to buy the required length and brand of wire from a local Hi-Fi shop. There are online websites that offer 14 gauge speaker wire and these are sites such as Amazon and Walmart as well as many other sites that offer speaker wire.
What is the maximum breaker size for these gauges wire?
You listed no gauge wire. This is the required breakers.14 gauge - 15 amp12 gauge - 20 amp10 gauge - 30 amp8 gauge - 40 amp
What gauge speaker wire for car amplifier install?
Depends on the output of the amplifier.
Maximum current for 24 gauge wire?
ampacity is 1.3 Amps
Where can one purchase 16 gauge speaker wire?
Most home electronics stores such as Future Shop or Best Buy would carry 16 gauge speaker wire. Another option is to buy it online at a retailer such as Amazon.
Is an audio signal affected by wire gauge?
Absolutely for maximum power transfer impedance's are to be matched a low wire gauge will insure that the power is not dissipated on the wire as appose in the speakers.
What wire gauge should be used for 9 amp maximum?
#14 copper wire is rated for 15 amps.
Where can one purchase 12 gauge speaker wire?
One can buy speaker wire from electronic stores such as XS cargo, Best Buy and staples. One can also buy speaker wire online from web site like eBay and Amazon where item will be shipped right at your door.
Is 18 gauge speaker wire good for long wiring runs?
18 gauge wire is good for wiring speakers over long runs. It is better to buy the best shielded wire to reduce possible interference.
What gauge wire should be used to run a 230v motor 90 ft away?
To answer this question the amperage or the wattage of the motor must be given.
