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Estimate copper conductor area from current, length and allowable drop.

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Minimum conductor area4.2mm²
FORMULA USEDA = 2 × L × I × ρ / ΔV
METHOD

How this calculation works

The calculator substitutes your values into the stated engineering relationship and evaluates the result using the displayed units. Change any input to recalculate instantly.

Important

This is an idealised engineering calculation. Confirm material properties, loading conditions and applicable design factors before specification or construction.