6 Minutes Know 4 Key Questions about THHN stranded wire

THHN stranded wire and THWN copper wire, benefit from the good quality and affordable price, both are very popular in many countries, such as South America and Southeast Asia, especially the Philippines. 

Spend 6 minutes today to help buyers answer a few key questions about THHN stranded wire and THWN copper wire.

Can I run THHN stranded wires through an attic without a conduit?

Usually it belongs to a wrong idea. When you want to lay the THHN stranded wire or THWN copper wire in your attic, the conduit is necessary, otherwise it will be dangerous, besides when powered, the electrical code will violated. Suggest you better to lay THHN stranded wire or THWN copper wire in a conduit.

What is the difference between Romex and THWN copper wire?

When some purchasers start to do the procurement about building wire, they will know th Romex. It refers to the brand from American. The Romex building wire is different to THWN copper wire in many aspects. For example the THWN copper wire is circular, however the Romex is flat electrical wire.

What is the difference between AWG and THHN stranded wire?

AWG refers to the unit for calculating the electrical wire. Electrical wire can also be converted from AWG to circular mils (thousandth of an inch) to accurately calculate its resistance. THHN stranded wire use the AWG instead of MM,  the smaller the value, the less the number of electrical wires that can pass through the fixed coil, which means the larger the electrical wire diameter.

Can we use THHN stranded wire for automotive?

THHN stranded wire has a wide range of uses, including for connecting the circuit in automotive, just remember a few things. Firstly you need avoid using it in highly heat environment, not exceed the 90 degrees. Because the THHN stranded wire manufactured for UV, gasoline, and oil resistant, so when you are going to apply it in automotive, it would be fine.

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