AC Cable Requirements for Connections to Backup Power Loads

  • Conductor type: copper wire

  • Permissible temperature: at least 90°C (194°F)

  • The conductors must be solid or stranded wire.

  • Conductor cross-section: 1.5 mm² to 6 mm² (16 AWG to 10 AWG)

  • Insulation stripping length: 18 mm (0.7 in)

  • The conductors with regards to their ampacity, rated temperatures, operating conditions and power loss must be made in accordance with the local standards and the National Electrical Code® ANSI/NFPA 70. If the manufacturer (SMA Solar Technology AG) requires a higher conductor cross-section than the standard, the range of the manufacturer must be observed.

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