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Published April 5, 2026

Raceway Derating Explained (Rule 4-008)

When multiple current-carrying conductors share a raceway or cable without maintaining spacing, ampacity must be reduced per Rule 4-008 and Table 5C. The conductor sizing calculator applies derating alongside conduit fill.

See also the ampacity and derating guide and conduit fill guide.

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