What is the current-carrying capacity for No. 6 THWN aluminum conductors in conduit run through an ambient temperature of 38°C?

a. 41A
b. 44A
c. 45.5A
d. 50A


b. 44A
Ampacity of aluminum THWN = 50A [NEC Table 310.15(B)(16)]
Correction factor = 0.88 [NEC Table 310.15(B)(2)(a)]
50A x 0.88 = 44A

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