What is the amperage rating on 12 AWG?
20 AMPS
Size & AMP Ratings
| NM, TW, & UF WIRE (Copper Conductor) | SE CABLE (Copper Conductor) |
|---|---|
| 12 AWG – 20 AMPS | 6 AWG – 65 AMPS |
| 10 AWG – 30 AMPS | 4 AWG – 85 AMPS |
| 8 AWG – 40 AMPS | 2 AWG – 115 AMPS |
| 6 AWG – 55 AMPS | 1 AWG – 130 AMPS |
How many amps can 12 2 wire carry?
30 amps
Maximum Breaker Size is 30 amps. You can use a 20 amp circuit breaker with 12/2 Romex as 12/2 wire is rated for 20 amps.
How many amps is a gauge?
Why Wire Gauge Is Important
| Wire Use | Rated Ampacity | Wire Gauge |
|---|---|---|
| Low-voltage lighting and lamp cords | 10 amps | 18-gauge |
| Extension cords (light-duty) | 13 amps | 16-gauge |
| Light fixtures, lamps, lighting circuits | 15 amps | 14-gauge |
| Kitchen, bathroom, and outdoor receptacles (outlets); 120-volt air conditioners | 20 amps | 12-gauge |
What is the AWG size of a lead wire?
Amp Chart Lead Wire Current Carrying Capacity (Ampacity) AWG SIZE Insulated Conductor Temperature Rating AWG SIZE at 80°C at 90°C at 105°C at 125°C at 150°C at 200°C 40 0.33 0.49 0.55 0.60 0.71 0.78 40 38 0.47 0.68 0.77
How many wires do I need to make a 12 gauge wire?
Determining how many smaller wires are required to replace a single larger wire. For example, if you want to create a 12-gauge wire from 20 gauge wires, first select 20 gauge from the Wire Gauge list, then select 12 gauge from the Effective Gauge list; the required number of wires is 6.
What is the carrying capacity of a wire?
Current carrying capacity is defined as the amperage a conductor can carry before melting either the conductor or the insulation. Heat, caused by an electrical current flowing through the conductor, will determine the amount of current a wire will handle.
What does AWG mean on wire gauge?
Common US AWG wire gauges and amps ratings. The AWG – American Wire Gauge – is used as a standard method denoting wire diameter, measuring the diameter of the conductor (the bare wire) with the insulation removed. AWG is sometimes also known as Brown and Sharpe (B&S) Wire Gauge.