Automotive Wire Amperage Capacity Chart
Recommended Length and Amperage for Automotive Wire while maintaining a 2% or less voltage drop at 12 volts Automotive Wire Size 5 Amps 20 Amps 16 Gauge Wire (AWG) 11.5 ft 2.9 ft 14 Gauge Wire (AWG) 18.4 ft 4.6 ft 12 Gauge Wire (AWG) 29.4 ft 7.4 ftLikewise, what is the ampacity of 16 AWG wire? Additional Options
Conductor Ampacity Conductor Size (AWG) Ampacity (Amps) 18 7 16 10 14 15
what is the maximum amperage for 16 gauge wire?
Types of Cord Gauge Size Range Ampacity of Current-Carrying Conductors (amperes) 0 - 50 ft. (0 - 15.2 m) SOOW - Service Oil Resistant Insulation/ Jacket Weather-resistant 14 AWG 18 Amps 15 Amps 12 AWG 25 Amps 20 Amps 10 AWG 30 Amps 25 Amps
How many amps can a 18 gauge wire handle?
16 amps