1 AWG in mm²

Answer
42.41 mm² · Ø 7.35 mm

1 AWG has a cross-section of 42.41 mm² (83,693 circular mils) and a solid-conductor diameter of 7.35 mm (0.2893 in). The next standard metric size is 50 mm².

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    1 AWG specifications

    PropertyValue
    Area42.41 mm²
    Circular mils83,693
    Diameter (solid)7.35 mm / 0.2893 in
    Resistance, copper, 20 °C0.407 Ω/km · 0.124 Ω/1000 ft
    Ampacity, copper 75°C (NEC 310.16)130 A
    Nearest metric size50 mm²

    Diameter from the AWG formula d = 0.127 × 92^((36 − n) ÷ 39) mm. Stranded wire has a slightly larger outside diameter.

    Frequently asked questions

    What is 1 AWG in mm²?

    42.41 mm².

    What metric cable replaces 1 AWG?

    50 mm², the next standard size up.

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