Product Description
1,000 Foot Spools of Electrical Wire, No Sockets, 18 Gauge, 2 Conductor
SPT-1, 10 Amp Rating; Insulation - nominal wall thickness .033", U.L. Listed, Indoor or Outdoor Use
SPT-2, 10 Amp Rating; Insulation - nominal wall thickness .048", U.L. Listed, Indoor or Outdoor Use
Additional Information
The thickness of the insulation does not increase the maximum load capacity of the wire. A good rule of thumb is 8 amps for either SPT-1 or SPT-2. This also complies with the guidelines as stated in the National Electrical Code regarding the standard 80% load factor rule. |