Rockwell Automation 8720MC High Performance Drives Installation Manual - Manual (Page 66)

Publication 8720MC-IN001D-EN-P — December 2002
3-4 Connecting Your 8720MC
Cable Sizes
In the table below the appropriate variable frequency drive shielded
cable to use based on 150% overload capability and 25° C (77° F)
operating temperature is shown. The cable is shown in Figure 3.1.
For applications above 130 amps, use thick insulation lead wire, such
as RHW-2 or equal. Make sure you thread the four wires (U, V, W, and
ground) through a single, grounded, metal conduit.
1.5x Rated Continuous
Motor Current
VFD Cable Size
12 amps #16 AWG
17 amps #14 AWG
21 amps #12 AWG
30 amps #10 AWG
55 amps #8 AWG
65 amps #6 AWG
95 amps #4 AWG
130 amps #2 AWG