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Stranded wire gauges should be measured by calculating the equivalent cross sectional copper area. First, measure the bare diameter of a single strand and locate the circular mils value in the row that matches your measurement. Second, multiply the circular mils by the number of strands in the cable.
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The wire gauge required for a motor depends on the voltage and the amperage of the motor. You can calculate the required wire gauge by using an online wire gauge calculator, or by using the following formula: Gauge = (Voltage/Amperage^2)^0.5.
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The wire gauge required for a motor depends on its current draw and length of wire. Use an online calculator or consult a wire gauge chart to determine the appropriate wire size.
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A motor has a wire gauge that is required for it. This gauge is typically the same as the wire used in the motor. The wire gauge for a motor depends on the type of motor being used. For example, a motor with a Watts rating is most likely using a different wire gauge than a motor with a frequency rating.
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The wire gauge required for a motor depends on the current and voltage rating of the motor, as well as the distance between the motor and the power source.

To calculate the wire gauge required for a motor, you will need to use the following formula:

Wire gauge = (motor current x 2) / (0.8 x allowable voltage drop x distance)

Where:

Motor current is the amount of current the motor will draw during operation, measured in amps (A).

Allowable voltage drop is the maximum amount of voltage drop that is acceptable for your application, typically 5% to 10% of the voltage rating of the motor.

Distance is the distance between the motor and the power source, measured in feet (ft).

For example, let's say you have a 10 horsepower (hp) motor that will draw 20 amps at 240 volts, and the distance between the motor and power source is 50 feet. Let's also assume an allowable voltage drop of 5%.

Wire gauge = (20A x 2) / (0.8 x 0.05 x 50ft) = 10 AWG

In this example, a 10 AWG wire would be required for the motor. However, it is always recommended to consult with a qualified electrician or engineer to ensure that the correct wire gauge is used for your specific application, as there may be additional factors that need to be considered
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First, measure the bare diameter of a single strand and locate the circular mils value in the row that matches your measurement. Second, multiply the circular mils by the number of strands in the cable
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measure the bare diameter of a single strand and locate the circular mils value in the row that matches your measurement. Second, multiply the circular mils by the number of strands in the cable.
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