Good rule of thumb

[alohaelectric81]

what is a good rule of thumb of the carrying capacity of aluminum

 

[stevearne]

Not an instructor topic

Not an instructor topic

The best rule is Table 310.16

This does not fit the topic of electrical instructors and will be moved to NEC. Please feel free to continue your discussion there.

 

[infinity]

what is a good rule of thumb of the carrying capacity of aluminum

If you're looking for a general rule of thumb aluminum has an ampacity of about 80% of the same size copper conductor.

 

[iwire]

I am closing this duplicate thread, please respond to this question here