A 4/0 copper wire can typically carry about 230-260 amps of current. The actual ampacity can vary depending on factors such as installation method, temperature, and insulation type. It is important to consult the National Electrical Code (NEC) or a licensed electrician for specific ampacity ratings.
A 2/0 copper conductor with an insulation rating of75 and 90 degrees Care rated at 175 and 185 amps respectively.
A 2/0 copper conductor with an insulation factor of 90 degrees C is rated for 195 amps.
A 500 MCM copper conductor with an insulation factor of 90 degrees C is rated at 430 amps. Parallel 3/0 copper conductors with an insulation factor of 90 degrees C will give a total capacity of 450 amps.
A 350 MCM copper wire with an insulation factor of 90 degrees C is rated at 325 amps. If the question is referring to maintaining a load of 300 amps then you have to up size the wire size because the conductor is only allowed to be loaded to 80%. A 500MCM copper wire with an insulation factor of 90 degrees C is rated at 395 amps x 80% = 316 amps.
The maximum ampacity for 4/0 copper wire is approximately 230 amps when used in a building or residential wiring application. This rating may vary depending on the specific insulation type and local electrical codes, so it's always best to consult with a qualified electrician for accurate information.
If you mean 2/0 copper wire it is rated 175 amps. # 2 wire is 115 amps. If you are referring to 2.0 metric it is rated 15 amps.
A 2/0 copper conductor with an insulation rating of75 and 90 degrees Care rated at 175 and 185 amps respectively.
Service wire required is AWG # 3/0 copper.
3/0 wire 3/0 wire
3/0 copper wire with 90 degree insulation is rated at 210 amps. 75 degree insulation is rated at 200 amps.
2/0 in Copper and 4/0 in Aluminum. This is referred to as two ought and 4 ought. <<>> A #2/0 copper conductor with an insulation factor of 90 degrees C is rated at 185 amps. In Canada, a # 2/0 wire is allowed to be used for residential 200 amp services only instead of using #3/0. This rule helps the home owner to keep building costs lower. A #3/0 copper conductor with an insulation factor of 90 degrees is rated at 210 amps
To keep costs down, by special permission in the electrical code, for home wiring on a 120/240 volt system 2/0 is allowed. For any other type 200 amp service 3/0 that has a insulation factor of 75 or 90 degrees C is rate at 200 and 225 amps respectively.
As a service entrance wire you need AWG # 3/0 gauge copper.
A 2/0 copper conductor with an insulation factor of 90 degrees C is rated for 195 amps.
A 500 MCM copper conductor with an insulation factor of 90 degrees C is rated at 430 amps. Parallel 3/0 copper conductors with an insulation factor of 90 degrees C will give a total capacity of 450 amps.
A 350 MCM copper wire with an insulation factor of 90 degrees C is rated at 325 amps. If the question is referring to maintaining a load of 300 amps then you have to up size the wire size because the conductor is only allowed to be loaded to 80%. A 500MCM copper wire with an insulation factor of 90 degrees C is rated at 395 amps x 80% = 316 amps.
Copper is a better conductor by weight, but aluminum is better by weight, so the copper will be thinner but heavier. You will see that a 250 kcmil aluminium wire will get you 170 amps at 60 degC while a 000 (or 3/0) copper wire will get you 165 amps at 60 degC. I think you mean circular mils, not square millimeters.