What Are Wire Gauges?

in thicknesswiregauge •  2 years ago 

Wires come in different thicknesses—i.e., gauges—each of which is suited to different purposes. For example, craft wire is thin to support bending, forming, and twisting into jewelry and other craftwork. In the following guide, we provide an overview of what wire gauges are, why they’re important, key considerations, and standard sizes available to help industry professionals select the right wire gauge for their application.

The gauge of a wire refers to its thickness. Each gauge is represented by a number, with smaller numbers representing thicker wire gauges and higher numbers signifying thinner wires.
American Wire Gauge (AWG) is a standard method of measuring and identifying cable thickness developed in the United States for electrically conductive wire. It is suitable for specifying gauges for round and solid conductive wires made from non-ferrous material. As a wire’s thickness affects its electrical properties (e.g., resistance and load-carrying capacity), knowing the gauge of a wire allows industry professionals to quickly and easily determine whether it is appropriate for a specific application. This knowledge can also be communicated between different parties, such as from the manufacturer to the consumer.

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