30A wire size at 24V over 50 ft (copper)
Recommended2 AWG
- Limited by
- voltage_drop
- Ampacity
- 115 A
- Voltage drop
- 2.42%
- Req. ampacity
- 30 A
NEC 310.16 derated + 210.19(A) voltage drop + 210.19(A) 125% continuous
Why this size
At 24V, voltage drop usually decides the conductor before ampacity does — the lower the voltage, the more the drop matters over distance. CircuitProof sizes to whichever constraint is stricter, then cites the code basis used. For this 50 ft run at 30A, the limiting factor is voltage_drop.
Aluminum runs about two AWG sizes larger than copper for the same load, and continuous loads add a 125% factor. Always confirm terminations and breaker ratings against the installed conductor.
Related
Planning aid only — not a P.Eng/PE stamp. Verify with a licensed electrician and applicable codes (NEC, ABYC, CSA) before installation.