ISO 13297:2021

Simplified Conductor Calculator

AWG to mm² Converter

AWG Size
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American Wire Gauge
Cross-Section
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Square Millimeters (mm²)
Diameter
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Millimeters (mm)
Note: AWG (American Wire Gauge) is commonly used in North America. ISO 13297 uses metric mm² sizing. Use this converter to find equivalent sizes when working with AWG specifications.

Project Information

Note: Project information will be included in CSV exports and saved with your conductor list.

Add Conductor to List

Instructions: Enter the conductor name and specifications, then click "Add to List". The system will calculate voltage drop and ampacity automatically.

Voltage Drop Guidelines:
DC Systems (12V, 24V, 48V): Maximum 3% for critical equipment, 10% for general circuits
AC Systems (115V, 230V): Typically 5% maximum, though some applications may allow up to 7%. Consider power factor and AC-specific factors.

Conductor List

Name/Number Voltage Current (A) Length (m) Area (mm²) Temp Rating V Drop (%) Status Max Ampacity Action
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Conductor Specifications

Maximum Continuous Amperage Capacity
Base Ampacity
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Amperes (A)
Minimum Strands - Type A
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Fixed Installation
Minimum Strands - Type B
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Flexible Applications
Derating Calculations (Optional)
Temperature Derating Factor: 1.00
Bundling Derating Factor: 1.00
Final Derated Ampacity: -- A
Usage Notes:
- Base ampacity values are for single conductors in free air at 30°C ambient temperature
- Type A stranding: Standard fixed installation where conductors remain stationary
- Type B stranding: Required for flexible applications with frequent movement or vibration
- Apply derating factors when conductors are bundled or located in engine rooms