How to select power cable for machine

Answer Posted / sriny(sit)

"The basic thing in selection of cable is depends upon the
current rating of the machine first we have to deside
properly then we go through the selection of cable"
main thing is
1sqmm copper cable takes 7A current
1sqmm aluminium cable takes 3.5A current
Ex : 14 amps motor 2sqmm copper cable but we actually
selected 4.5sqmm copper cable for high current protection
purpose

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