Services & DistributionQuestion 24 of 521
Using the 60 C column of Table 310.16, what is the ampacity of a 6 AWG copper conductor?
a.65 A
b.55 A
c.75 A
d.50 A
Explanation
Table 310.16 lists 55 A for 6 AWG copper at 60 C. 65 A is the 75 C value, 75 A is the 90 C value, and 50 A is 8 AWG copper at 75 C.
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