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Wire Size Recommendations

Overview: This document provides guidelines for selecting the appropriate conductor sizes (gauge) to maintain voltage drop within acceptable limits for 12V and 24V systems. The recommendations are based on maintaining either a 3% or 10% voltage drop, depending on the application requirements.

1. Conductor Sizes for 3% Voltage Drop - 12 Volts:

For a 5 amp circuit, wire sizes range from 18 gauge for a 10-foot run to 6 gauge for a 100-foot run.
For a 10 amp circuit, wire sizes range from 14 gauge for a 10-foot run to 4 gauge for a 100-foot run.
For a 15 amp circuit, wire sizes range from 12 gauge for a 10-foot run to 2 gauge for a 100-foot run.
For a 20 amp circuit, wire sizes range from 10 gauge for a 10-foot run to 2 gauge for a 100-foot run.
For a 25 amp circuit, wire sizes range from 10 gauge for a 10-foot run to 1 gauge for a 100-foot run.

2. Conductor Sizes for 10% Voltage Drop - 12 Volts:

For a 5 amp circuit, wire sizes range from 18 gauge for a 10-foot run to 12 gauge for a 100-foot run.
For a 10 amp circuit, wire sizes range from 18 gauge for a 10-foot run to 10 gauge for a 100-foot run.
For a 15 amp circuit, wire sizes range from 18 gauge for a 10-foot run to 8 gauge for a 100-foot run.
For a 20 amp circuit, wire sizes range from 16 gauge for a 10-foot run to 6 gauge for a 100-foot run.
For a 25 amp circuit, wire sizes range from 16 gauge for a 10-foot run to 6 gauge for a 100-foot run.

3. Conductor Sizes for 3% Voltage Drop - 24 Volts:

For a 5 amp circuit, wire sizes range from 18 gauge for a 10-foot run to 10 gauge for a 100-foot run.
For a 10 amp circuit, wire sizes range from 18 gauge for a 10-foot run to 6 gauge for a 100-foot run.
For a 15 amp circuit, wire sizes range from 18 gauge for a 10-foot run to 6 gauge for a 100-foot run.
For a 20 amp circuit, wire sizes range from 14 gauge for a 10-foot run to 4 gauge for a 100-foot run.
For a 25 amp circuit, wire sizes range from 12 gauge for a 10-foot run to 4 gauge for a 100-foot run.

4. Conductor Sizes for 10% Voltage Drop - 24 Volts:

For a 5 amp circuit, wire sizes remain at 18 gauge up to a 60-foot run, then increase to 16 gauge for longer distances.
For a 10 amp circuit, wire sizes range from 18 gauge for a 10-foot run to 12 gauge for a 100-foot run.
For a 15 amp circuit, wire sizes range from 18 gauge for a 10-foot run to 10 gauge for a 100-foot run.
For a 20 amp circuit, wire sizes range from 18 gauge for a 10-foot run to 10 gauge for a 100-foot run.
For a 25 amp circuit, wire sizes range from 18 gauge for a 10-foot run to 8 gauge for a 100-foot run.

Conclusion: The document provides a comprehensive guide for selecting wire sizes based on the current load and the desired voltage drop percentage. It is crucial to choose the correct wire size to ensure efficient and safe electrical system performance.

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~ Wire Size Recommendations ~ Conductor Sizes (Gauge) for 3% Voltage Drop -12 VOLTS Length of conductor from source of current to the product and back to the source - in feet Conductor Sizes (Gauge) for 10% Voltage Drop -12 VOLTS Length of conductor from source of current to the product and back to the source - in feet Conductor Sizes (Gauge) for 3% Voltage Drop - 24 VOLTS Length of conductor from source of current to the product and back to the source - in feet Conductor Sizes (Gauge) for 10% Voltage Drop - 24 VOLTS Length of conductor from source of current to the product and back to the source - in feet

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