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    Nov 26, 2011, 04:53 PM
    Amps for a #6 AWG
    How may amps will a #6 AWG handle?
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    Nov 26, 2011, 06:05 PM
    It depends on the conductor and how it is installed.
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    Nov 27, 2011, 07:19 PM
    Copper/Aluminum?
    Distance?
    Type of cable, underground, overhead, indoors?

    These are just of the questions that need to be answered.
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