EarthBound
Well-Known Member
Perhaps it might help you to better understand wire ratings if you did a little more research instead. Take a look at this wire chart:
Wire Chart
Please note that #8 copper wire is capable of carrying 50 or 55A depending on the wire's insulation.
Oh - and the information is from NEC.
Thank you for posting this. It does depend on the insulation.
I just have a trivial question, though. I have 8 gauge wire with insulation (THHN) that can handle 55 amperes, according to NEC. Is it okay for me to consistently run 55 amperes through it? I don't plan on doing so - just wondering.