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39 AWG Wire

39 AWG wire specifications: 0.0897 mm diameter, 0.0063 mm² area. Resistance, weight, and common uses.

Diameter
0.0897 mm
0.003531"
Area
0.0063 mm²
12 cmil
Ampacity (Cu)
—A
75°C insulation
Resistance (Cu)
2728.7336
Ω/km at 20°C

39 AWG — Complete Specifications

Diameter0.0897 mm · 0.003531" · 3.53 mils
Cross-sectional area0.0063 mm² · 12 circular mils
Resistance (copper, 20°C)2728.7336 Ω/km · 831.718 Ω/1000ft
Resistance (aluminum, 20°C)4194.3991 Ω/km · 1278.4529 Ω/1000ft
Ampacity — copper 60°C— A
Ampacity — copper 75°C— A
Ampacity — copper 90°C— A
Ampacity — aluminum 75°C— A
Weight (copper)0.057 kg/km · 0.038 lbs/1000ft
Weight (aluminum)0.017 kg/km · 0.011 lbs/1000ft
Closest metric size0.0 mm²
Skin depth at 60 Hz8.531 mm

Common Uses for 39 AWG Wire

Compatible Insulation Types

TypeTemperatureDescription
PVC 60-105°C General purpose insulation
Teflon (PTFE) 200°C High temperature applications
Silicone 200°C Flexible, high temperature
Enamel 155-220°C Magnet wire coating

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