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Default Breaker on #6 copper

In article pFkti.3844$J13.1918@trnddc02, "Tony" wrote:

And for any General use #6 wire three in conduit is rated for 65 Amps.


That is incorrect -- the ampacity depends on the insulation. Type TW or UF
6AWG conductors, for example, have an ampacity of 55A.

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