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Wire Size / Ampacity Calculator

Enter the load and run length below, then press Calculate. This tool checks both the NEC 75°C ampacity table and the voltage-drop limit you set, then recommends the larger (safer) wire size of the two.

Circuit Details

A 3% voltage-drop limit for branch circuits (with an overall 5% including the feeder) is a common NEC-recommended design target, not a hard code requirement.

This calculator is an estimating aid for planning purposes only. It is not a substitute for a licensed electrician's judgment or for verification against the current NEC and your local electrical code before any work is performed or inspected.