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Wire (AWG) Converter

Convert between AWG, diameter (mm, inch), area (mm²) and kcmil.

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Popular conversions

AWG ↔ mm converter: diameter (mm/inch), cross‑section (mm²), kcmil. Useful for electronics and electrical work.

Unit conversions

  • d(in) = 0.005 × 92^((36 − AWG)/39)
  • A(mm²) = π × (d(mm)/2)^2

Common examples

  • Example: 12 AWG ≈ 2.05 mm
  • Example: 10 mm² ≈ 7.35 AWG (approx)

Common pitfalls

  • AWG applies to round conductors
  • Different standards exist (IEC, SAE)

FAQ

What does AWG mean?
American Wire Gauge, a US wire diameter standard.

Related converters

Formulas based on industry approximations. Rounded reasonably.

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