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Wire Size

Electrical Wire Sizes are indicated using two different systems: the American Wire Gauge System (AWG) and the Thousand Circular Mill system (KCMIL), which was known until recently as (MCM). Both systems designate Wire Size based on their diameter or cross-sectional area. The American Wire Gauge System is used to refer to relatively small Wires.

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