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4/0 AWG wire specs

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230 A

4/0 AWG copper at 75 °C · 195 A at 60 °C · 260 A at 90 °C · aluminum 180 A at 75 °C

Voltage drop of 4/0 AWG copper

One-way10 A15 A20 A30 A50 A
25 ft0.03 V0.05 V0.06 V0.09 V0.15 V
50 ft0.06 V0.09 V0.12 V0.18 V0.30 V
100 ft0.12 V0.18 V0.24 V0.36 V0.61 V
150 ft0.18 V0.27 V0.36 V0.55 V0.91 V
200 ft0.24 V0.36 V0.49 V0.73 V1.22 V

Single-phase, DC resistance 0.0608 Ω/1000 ft (Cu) / 0.1 Ω (Al).

FAQ

How many amps can 4/0 AWG wire carry?

Copper 4/0 AWG: 195 A at 60 °C, 230 A at 75 °C, 260 A at 90 °C.

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