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    hytham1989 Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Jul 15, 2012, 10:51 AM
    how we can select wire diameter according to electrical load?
    I want detailed explaining with equation equations
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    Stratmando Posts: 11,188, Reputation: 508
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    Jul 15, 2012, 01:35 PM
    Usually goes by Wire Gauge, not diameter.
    Basically you Start with your load and see what it needs, then you size the wire accordingly and a breaker to protect the wire from burning.
    #14 for 15 Amps
    #12 for 20 Amps
    #10 for 30 Amps
    #8 For 40 Amps and so on, and is called Ampacity.
    Wire size may need to be increased due to voltage drop if it is a long run, insulation is another factor.
    There are Exceptions as well.
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    Jul 15, 2012, 10:01 PM
    Diameter doesn't decide the current rating but the cross section and composition of wire whether stranded,single,flexible as well as its insulation,ambient temperature etc

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