Southwire Voltage Drop Calculator.

Professional-grade wire sizing tool optimized for Southwire SIMpull® conductors and NEC technical standards.

Residential
Commercial
Voltage Drop 2.97V
Percentage 2.48%
NEC COMPLIANT
Southwire SIMpull® Technology

Professional Wire Sizing.

Optimized calculations for Southwire's patented SIMpull® conductors, ensuring NEC compliance and installation efficiency.

Southwire SIMpull® Color Coding

Southwire's SIMpull® NM-B cable is color-coded for quick identification of the wire gauge. This industry standard helps prevent installation errors and ensures inspectors can verify gauge at a glance.

AWG SizeJacket Color
14 AWG
White (15A)
12 AWG
Yellow (20A)
10 AWG
Orange (30A)
8 AWG
Black (40-50A)
  • Reduced coefficient of friction
  • 📏 SIMpull Solution® integration
  • 🌡️ 90°C rated THHN/THWN-2
  • 🏗️ Easier wire pulls in conduit
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Residential Mode

Limits current to 100A and assumes 60°C termination ratings for maximum safety in home environments.

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Commercial Mode

Allows for 75°C and 90°C ratings, common in industrial settings using Southwire THHN conductors.

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Pulling Tension

Excessive voltage drop can indicate a run is too long, which also impacts the tension required to pull wire.

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Packaging Variety

SIMpull® comes in reels, SIMpull CoilPAK™, and barrels for different job site scales.

Need official Southwire specs?

Always cross-reference calculations with the latest Southwire Product Catalog for specific ampacity adjustments.