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Section/Paragraph: 100 Ampacity.
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Ampacity. The maximum current, in amperes, that a conductor can carry continuously under the conditions of use without exceeding its and its insulation's temperature rating.
Substantiation:
The maximum temperature of a conductor is limited primarily by the characteristics of the conductor's insulation. Copper conductors can be used at temperatures of 200?C (SF-1 insulation for instance) while the same copper is limited to 60?C with TW insulation.
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Ampacity. The maximum current, in amperes, that a conductor can carry continuously under the conditions of use without exceeding its and its insulation's temperature rating.
Substantiation:
The maximum temperature of a conductor is limited primarily by the characteristics of the conductor's insulation. Copper conductors can be used at temperatures of 200?C (SF-1 insulation for instance) while the same copper is limited to 60?C with TW insulation.