Hook Up Wire Silicone 18AWG Black
Also available in Available in 100 metre Rolls
Package | Spool or Cut |
Cable Type | Hook-Up |
Wire Gauge | 18 AWG |
Conductor Strand | 34/0.0071″ |
Conductor Material | Copper, Tinned |
Jacket (Insulation) Material | Silicone Rubber |
Jacket (Insulation) Diameter | 0.079″ (2.01mm) |
Jacket (Insulation) Thickness | 0.016″ (0.41mm) |
Length | 152.4m for a Full Reel |
Voltage | 300V |
Operating Temperature | -30°C ~ 150°C |
Jacket Color | Black |
Ratings | UL Style 3132 |
Features | High Temperature, Oil Resistant |
The Wire Calculator is useful for calculating voltage drop over a given distance.
To get a result you need to know and enter:
- Wire Gauge
- Length of Wire
- Voltage applied to the wire
- Current applied to the wire
Results are fluid and will alter as you enter or modify input data
Wire Calculator
Conductor Diameter (Inches) | Conductor Diameter (mm) | Conductor Cross Section (mm²) | Ohms per 1000 ft. | Ohms per 1000 m | Voltage Drop (V) | Voltage Drop (%) |
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FAQ
1. What is ‘Conductor Diameter (Inches)’ and ‘Conductor Diameter (mm)’?
- These fields represent the diameter of the conductor/wire in both imperial (inches) and metric (mm) units. The diameter of a wire is a critical factor in determining its current-carrying capacity.
2. What is ‘Conductor Cross Section (mm²)’?
- This is the cross-sectional area of the wire in square millimeters. It is calculated based on the diameter of the wire and provides a measure of the wire’s capacity to carry current. The larger the cross-sectional area, the more current the wire can carry.
3. What is ‘Ohms per 1000 ft.’ and ‘Ohms per 1000 m’?
- These fields represent the resistance of the wire per 1000 feet and per 1000 meters, respectively. Resistance is a property of the wire that impedes the flow of electricity. The longer the wire, the higher the resistance.
4. What is ‘Voltage Drop (V)’?
- Voltage drop is the decrease in electrical potential along the path of a current flowing in an electrical circuit. Voltage drops in the electrical system can cause electric motors to fail to start or to run less efficiently.
5. What is ‘Voltage Drop (%)’?
- This is the percentage of the initial voltage that has been lost due to resistance in the wire. A lower percentage means less voltage drop and more efficient power delivery.
Tips on Voltage Drop
- Use larger gauge wire: Larger wires have less resistance, so they drop less voltage. If you have a long run of wire, consider using a larger gauge to reduce voltage drop.
- Shorten wire length: The longer the wire, the more resistance it has. Shortening the wire will reduce resistance and therefore reduce the voltage drop.
- Balance loads: Unbalanced loads can lead to excessive voltage drop in one part of the circuit. Balance the loads to ensure the current is evenly distributed.
- Consider parallel wiring: In certain cases, it may be beneficial to wire devices in parallel rather than in series to decrease total resistance and thus decrease voltage drop.
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