Double 14AWG wiring gauge

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ballvalve said:
One may notice from that code quote on big conductors that a 50% increase in size brings only a 15% increase in conductivity. Is this the flow of electrons on the perimeter of the cable factor?

Seems like the parallel cables would give more heat dispersing area...
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Skin effect has some factor. Basic rule of thumb. Copper is good for 1,000 amperes per 1" square cross section. Aluminum is 700 amperes per 1" cross section.
 
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