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14 AWG wire has a cross-section of 2.07 square millimetres so can be used up to a limit of 15 amps.

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What does AWG mean?

American Wire Guage. The smaller the number the larger the wire. As in an AWG 14/2 wire is much smaller than an AWG 10/2 wire.


What size wire do you need for 15 amps?

AWG 10.


Is American Wire Gauge a standard used to describe the size of a wire?

Yes, American Wire Gauge (AWG) is a system commonly used in North America to denote the diameter of electrical wiring. It assigns a specific number to different wire sizes, with smaller numbers representing thicker wires.


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.


How many amps is a 14 AWG of 105 degree C wire rated for?

14 AWG of 105 degree Celsius copper wire is rated for twenty-five amps.


Can 12-2 wire be used where only 14-2 wire is required?

Yes the ampacity of #12 is 20 amps whereas the ampacity of #14 is 15 amps, so you are well within the range using #12 wire.


What gauge for wire can you use with a 15 amp circuit?

14 AWG.


What is meant by 14 18 AWG?

The term "14 18 AWG" refers to American Wire Gauge (AWG) sizes of electrical wire. "14 AWG" indicates a wire gauge that is 0.0641 inches in diameter, suitable for carrying up to 15 amps of current, while "18 AWG" refers to a smaller gauge of 0.0403 inches, typically used for lower power applications, carrying around 10 amps. These gauges determine the wire's current-carrying capacity and are important for safety and performance in electrical installations.


What is the smallest wire size for which overcurrent protection is specified in the Code?

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What gauge wire used for a fifteen amp breaker?

AWG # 14 copper.


Is the wire running to a 20amp breaker different from a wire running to a15amp breaker?

Yes, a 20 amp breaker requires AWG # 12 copper wire. A 15 amp breaker requires AWG # 14 copper wire.


What can you operate on 120 volts at 30 amps?

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