If the normal current carrying capacity of a 1.5 sq mm copper cable is 16 amps, what is the permissible current with coarse protection?

If the normal current carrying capacity of a 1.5 sq mm copper cable is 16 amps, what is the permissible current with coarse protection?

Right Answer is:

12.96 amps

SOLUTION

Multiply the normal capacity by the rating factor for coarse protection (0.81).

16 amps * 0.81 = 12.96 amps

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