In the event you have done any home wiring, or just some basic projects like making a lamp or wiring a series of lights, you might be familiar with a term like “6 AWG wire.” Which is actually far, far more nonspecific than you might assume, especially if you are not familiar with electrical terminology. […]
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Understanding the Differences Between (and Significance of) Wire Gauge
Ever heard the term AWG, as in “6 AWG wire” and not know what it really means? Here’s your crash course. What Is 6 AWG Wire? Let’s start with an example. One of the most common gauges of wire is 6 AWG wire. This stands for “American Wire Gauge” a standardized system used throughout North […]
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