2 AWG in mm²

Answer
33.63 mm² · Ø 6.54 mm

2 AWG has a cross-section of 33.63 mm² (66,371 circular mils) and a solid-conductor diameter of 6.54 mm (0.2576 in). The next standard metric size is 35 mm².

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    2 AWG specifications

    PropertyValue
    Area33.63 mm²
    Circular mils66,371
    Diameter (solid)6.54 mm / 0.2576 in
    Resistance, copper, 20 °C0.513 Ω/km · 0.156 Ω/1000 ft
    Ampacity, copper 75°C (NEC 310.16)115 A
    Nearest metric size35 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 2 AWG in mm²?

    33.63 mm².

    What metric cable replaces 2 AWG?

    35 mm², the next standard size up.

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