6 AWG in mm²

Answer
13.30 mm² · Ø 4.12 mm

6 AWG has a cross-section of 13.30 mm² (26,251 circular mils) and a solid-conductor diameter of 4.12 mm (0.1620 in). The next standard metric size is 16 mm².

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    6 AWG specifications

    PropertyValue
    Area13.30 mm²
    Circular mils26,251
    Diameter (solid)4.12 mm / 0.1620 in
    Resistance, copper, 20 °C1.296 Ω/km · 0.395 Ω/1000 ft
    Ampacity, copper 75°C (NEC 310.16)65 A
    Nearest metric size16 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 6 AWG in mm²?

    13.30 mm².

    What metric cable replaces 6 AWG?

    16 mm², the next standard size up.

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