Code Admin & SafetyQuestion 101 of 110
For a circuit rated 100 A or less, conductor ampacity is generally based on which temperature column unless the equipment is listed otherwise?
a.60 C
b.75 C
c.90 C
d.105 C
Explanation
Terminations on equipment rated 100 A or less are based on the 60 C column unless the equipment and conductors are listed for a higher temperature.
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