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According to the National Electrical Code (NEC), the ampacity of a 4 AWG THHN copper wire at 75°C is 85 amps, and 95 amps at 90°C.

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How many amps is 500 kc-mil rated for?

The ampacity of 500 kcmil (thousand circular mils) copper wire can vary based on factors such as insulation type and installation conditions. Generally, for copper wire with THHN insulation, it is rated for approximately 380 to 440 amps. For aluminum wire, the ampacity is lower, typically around 300 to 350 amps. Always consult the National Electrical Code (NEC) or local guidelines for precise ratings.


What size conductors for 3 phase 175 amp circuit breaker 120-208 thhn copper 25' in sch 40 PVC?

A 2/0 copper conductor with an insulation factor of 90 degrees C is rated at 195 amps. It is not stated if this is a motor feeder, if it is, the feeder has to be rated at 125% of the motors full load amperage. If this is a service and the 175 amps is the main disconnect rating then the 2/0 will work fine.


How many amps 8 gauge wire?

A #8 copper conductor with an insulation factor of 60 degrees C is rated at 40 amps, insulation factor of 75 or 90 degrees C is rated at 45 amps.If the breakers rating is 90 degrees C then the amperage can be boosted for 60 degree wire to 40 amps, 75 degree C wire to 50 amps and 90 degree C wire to55 amps.


What is the weight of 500mcm thhn insulated copper cable per foot?

The weight of 500MCM THHN insulated copper cable is approximately 1.002 pounds per foot.


How many amps is a 3 gauge copper wire rated for at 115 volts?

A #3 copper wire with an insulation rating of 90 degree C has the capacity to receive 105 amps. This is the most common or standard insulation that most calculations are based on. It is the insulation that governs the rating of the voltage. House wiring cables are insulation rated at 300 volts. Most other wiring insulation is rated at 600 volts. Special wires have a insulation factor of 1000 volts. The higher the insulation temperature factor is the higher the rating of current through the wire becomes. #3 at 60C is 55 amps, at 75C 65 amps, at 90C 105 amps, at 110C 120 amps, at 125C 130 amps, and at 200C 145 amps.

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What is the current carrying capacity of a 10 gage THHN copper conductor?

30 amps


What gauge wire for 100 amps?

120/240 single phase dwelling NEC 310.15(B)(6) #4 copper or #2 Al otherwise, NEC 310.16 #3 copper THHN or #1 Al THHN 2/0 Aluminum. <<>> A #3 copper conductor with an insulation factor of 75 or 90 degrees C is rated at 100 and 115 amps respectively. A #1 aluminum conductor with an insulation factor of 75 or 90 degrees c is rated at !00 and 115 amps respectively.


Allowable ampacity of 10 copper thin wire rated at 75 degree Celsius?

Isn't it 35, according to the NEC 310.15(B)(16) Table.


If service is fed with service entrance conductors of 500 MCM THHN copper and fused at 400 amps What would be the minimum size of a copper grounding electrode conductor?

For a service rated at 400 amps using 500 MCM THHN copper conductors, the minimum size for a copper grounding electrode conductor (GEC) can be determined using the National Electrical Code (NEC) guidelines. According to NEC Table 250.66, for a service of 400 amps, the minimum size for a copper GEC is 4 AWG. However, if the GEC is connected to a ground rod, it must be a minimum of 6 AWG copper.


How many amps is 500 kc-mil rated for?

The ampacity of 500 kcmil (thousand circular mils) copper wire can vary based on factors such as insulation type and installation conditions. Generally, for copper wire with THHN insulation, it is rated for approximately 380 to 440 amps. For aluminum wire, the ampacity is lower, typically around 300 to 350 amps. Always consult the National Electrical Code (NEC) or local guidelines for precise ratings.


What size conductors for 3 phase 175 amp circuit breaker 120-208 thhn copper 25' in sch 40 PVC?

A 2/0 copper conductor with an insulation factor of 90 degrees C is rated at 195 amps. It is not stated if this is a motor feeder, if it is, the feeder has to be rated at 125% of the motors full load amperage. If this is a service and the 175 amps is the main disconnect rating then the 2/0 will work fine.


What wire gauge is needed for a single phase 60 amp circuit?

#6 wire is good for 65 Amps as long as it is type THHN.


How many amps 8 gauge wire?

A #8 copper conductor with an insulation factor of 60 degrees C is rated at 40 amps, insulation factor of 75 or 90 degrees C is rated at 45 amps.If the breakers rating is 90 degrees C then the amperage can be boosted for 60 degree wire to 40 amps, 75 degree C wire to 50 amps and 90 degree C wire to55 amps.


What is the ampacity of a No 3 0 THHN copper wire?

The ampacity of a No. 3/0 THHN copper wire, under typical conditions, is approximately 200-230 amps. This value can vary based on factors such as ambient temperature, installation conditions, and whether the wire is in conduit or not. Always consult the National Electrical Code (NEC) or a professional for specific applications.


What is the amperage rating of 500 MCM copper conductor?

It depends on a lot of factors. Generally speaking, if the insulation is THHN then the rating is 350 amps. If the insulation is THWN then the rating is 310 amps. The ampere rating for wire depends on the temperature of the environment it will be used in, the insulation rating and the number of circuits installed in a conduit. There are also other factors to consider... like voltage drop in long runs.


How many amps will thhn 6 wire carry?

Depends on how far you want to carry that load.For short distances, 6 AWG THHN rated at 90C, used at 30C ambient, is permitted for up to 75 Amps when in a 3-conductor cable or conduit.In free air, it may be "capable" of handling up to 105 amps.NEC Table 310.16 and 310.17.


What percent of copper is a 1O THHN Electrical Wire?

I would need more detailon your question but what i can tell you is 100' of #10 THHN eire is 8320grams with insulation and 7110 grams as bear copper wire. Now what i am trying to figure out is if that copper wire is 100% copper or not?