NFPA 70: National Electrical Code (NEC): Article 310: Covers aluminum conductors for general wiring purposes. Aluminum cables are allowed but must comply with ampacity tables that consider aluminum's lower conductivity compared to copper. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) staff and other government officials have investigated numerous hazardous incidents and fires throughout the na-tion involving aluminum branch circuit wiring. Electrical feeder sizing is one of the most critical calculations in any electrical installation, yet it's. arks of the National Electrical Contractors Association. For decades this type of wiring has been publicized as a potential fire and safety hazard. Terminations and Connectors: Only terminals listed and. Calculate the minimum wire gauge (AWG) for your electrical circuit based on amperage, voltage, distance, and conductor material.
