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overlandflyer posted:

AWG gauge current capacity based on nick-free, stranded, soft copper wire.

AWG wire ratings

open air wire capacities (such as in layout wiring) are much higher than tables based on building standards that degrade capacity based on conduit enclosed wiring.

I agree with your statement, but if you use these much higher current loadings you definitely won't like the voltage losses, nor will your trains! 

Rod

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