Wire to use for Traces

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Seaker

Joined Feb 3, 2013
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I have a project that I am working on and will be using a single hole perf-board. The design calls for two long runs (DC+ and DC-). I intend to use the component leads where possible but need two extra stripped wires to facilitate the positive and negative runs. I hope you can follow what I am saying. The voltage on this circuit will be a maximum of 30 volts DC with 1.5 Amp of current.
I know that there is coated .1mm trace wire but am concerned about its ability to handle current. The other option is stripping the insulation off of a couple 24 Gauge wires and using it.

Thanks in advance.
 

#12

Joined Nov 30, 2010
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24 is a bit small. Either run 2 wires per line or solder tack at every pad to use the board as a radiator.
 

thatoneguy

Joined Feb 19, 2009
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What will the length of these lines be?

If < 12", 22ga would be fine. 24ga has a max rating of 2A in short runs, but it is generally good practice to stay far away from the max.
 
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