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L1-09A.06 – Solid vs. Stranded

L1-09A.06 – Solid vs. Stranded Solid A single strand of a particular gauge conductor More rigid / less flexibility More susceptible to breakage Stranded Multiple strands composing a single conductor More flexible Less likely to break when nicked or...

L1-09A.05 – Jacketed

L1-09A.05 – Jacketed An overall protective covering for two or more conductors Adds a second insulation layer Takes the abuse of installation instead of the conductor insulation Helps prevent ground faults and short circuits Provides additional tensile strength to the...

L1-09A.04 – AWG

L1-09A.04 – AWG American Wire Gauge Indicates the diameter or cross section of a conductor Represents current carrying limitations due to resistance Lower the number the thicker the...

L1-09A.03 – Wire Types

L1-09A.03 – Wire Types Wire varies by Conductor size (AWG) Type of insulation or jacket Solid or Stranded Shielded or not Type of stranding to match...