![SOLVED: The current-carrying capacity (ampacity) of aluminum wire, or the maximum overcurrent protection in the case of 14 AWG, 12 AWG, and 10 AWG conductors, is less than that of copper wire SOLVED: The current-carrying capacity (ampacity) of aluminum wire, or the maximum overcurrent protection in the case of 14 AWG, 12 AWG, and 10 AWG conductors, is less than that of copper wire](https://cdn.numerade.com/ask_images/bbbee37b8fd94b7e804604fd77d90ba6.jpg)
SOLVED: The current-carrying capacity (ampacity) of aluminum wire, or the maximum overcurrent protection in the case of 14 AWG, 12 AWG, and 10 AWG conductors, is less than that of copper wire
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Allowable Amps for Insulated Conductors in a Raceway, Cable or Earth (Directly Buried) for Aluminum and Copper Wire - Electrical References - Elliott Electric Supply
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