4/0 AWG in mm²

Answer
107.22 mm² · Ø 11.68 mm

4/0 AWG has a cross-section of 107.22 mm² (211,600 circular mils) and a solid-conductor diameter of 11.68 mm (0.4600 in). The next standard metric size is 120 mm².

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    4/0 AWG specifications

    PropertyValue
    Area107.22 mm²
    Circular mils211,600
    Diameter (solid)11.68 mm / 0.4600 in
    Resistance, copper, 20 °C0.161 Ω/km · 0.049 Ω/1000 ft
    Ampacity, copper 75°C (NEC 310.16)230 A
    Nearest metric size120 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 4/0 AWG in mm²?

    107.22 mm².

    What metric cable replaces 4/0 AWG?

    120 mm², the next standard size up.

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