Wire rated current reference table
Safe current carrying capacity of copper core insulated wires
This table reproduces public reference data from the original site. Check the stated conditions and applicable standards before selecting a conductor.
BV/BVR wire ampacity (A) - 35°C
| Cross-sectional area(mm²) | Apply brightly | wear metal pipe | plastic pipe | Sheathed wire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 | 17 | 12 | 11 | 14 |
| 1.5 | 23 | 17 | 15 | 18 |
| 2.5 | 31 | 23 | 21 | 25 |
| 4.0 | 41 | 30 | 27 | 33 |
| 6.0 | 53 | 39 | 35 | 43 |
| 10 | 74 | 55 | 49 | 59 |
| 16 | 99 | 73 | 65 | 79 |
| 25 | 132 | 98 | 87 | 105 |
| 35 | 161 | 121 | 107 | 130 |
| 50 | 196 | 151 | 134 | 165 |
| 70 | 248 | 192 | 171 | 208 |
| 95 | 304 | 237 | 212 | 260 |
temperature correction coefficient
| Ambient temperature (°C) | Correction factor |
|---|---|
| 25 | 1.12 |
| 30 | 1.06 |
| 35 | 1.00 |
| 40 | 0.94 |
| 45 | 0.88 |