Twelve-gauge wire is rated to carry how many amperes?

Question

Twelve-gauge wire is rated to carry how many amperes?

Answer 1

it all depends on how long the wire is going to be but here is some basic numbers:

100 amps=5ft or less

50 amps= 10 ft or less

24 amps= 20 ft or less

18 amps= 30 ft or less

15 amps= 40 ft or less

12 amps =50 ft or less

hope this helps

and yes the chart i use and have used for years gives these numbers.  never had a problem with it either

Answer 2

See the chart at the attached link below...

100 Amps - 5Ft... Really ?