Ampacity Reference Matrix
Values based on 30°C ambient, single conductor in free air.
| AWG | Max Amps (Free Air) | Max Amps (Bundled) |
|---|---|---|
| 22 | 5 A | 3 A |
| 20 | 7 A | 5 A |
| 18 | 10 A | 7 A |
| 16 | 15 A | 10 A |
| 14 | 20 A | 15 A |
| 12 | 25 A | 20 A |
Values based on 30°C ambient, single conductor in free air.
| AWG | Max Amps (Free Air) | Max Amps (Bundled) |
|---|---|---|
| 22 | 5 A | 3 A |
| 20 | 7 A | 5 A |
| 18 | 10 A | 7 A |
| 16 | 15 A | 10 A |
| 14 | 20 A | 15 A |
| 12 | 25 A | 20 A |