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Ampacity
The maximum current a conductor may carry continuously under stated conditions without exceeding its temperature rating.
Safety notes
- Apply conductor material, insulation, bundling, ambient temperature, connectors, duty, and code adjustment factors.
- Applicable law, permits, collective agreements, venue rules, and qualified-person decisions take precedence.
In practice
Apply conductor material, insulation, bundling, ambient temperature, connectors, duty, and code adjustment factors.
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Sources
- Electrical Safety Glossary · Occupational Safety and Health Administration
- Recommended Practices for Safety and Health Programs · Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.