Wire gauge is a measurement of wire diameter. This
determines the amount of electric current a wire can safely carry, as well as
its electrical resistance and weight.
Wire is sized by the American Wire Gauge
(AWG) system. Wire gauge refers the physical size of the wire. Whenever a
circuit is extended or rewired, or when any new circuit is installed, the new
wiring must be made with wire conductors that are properly sized for the
amperage rating of the circuit. The higher the amperage rating of the circuit,
the larger the wires need to be in order to avoid excess heat that can melt
wires and cause fires. The proper circuit size, as indicated by amperage, is
determined by several factors, including the planned load on the circuit, the
number of outlets or light fixtures, and the length of the circuit. Call Rogoz
Electric at 623-363-5648 for all your residential and commercial electrical
wiring needs! https://www.myazelectrician.com