Wire gauge questions

[topconker]

I'm doing a spot of rewiring on the trike and a bit confused on wire sizes.
Is 14 gauge smaller than 28 gauge or have I got it around the wrong way?
Also what amps are they rated for, I can't find any info on the web that make s sense to a poor old b+gger like me.
TC

[Olds]

You have to be careful about talking about wire gauge. For individual wire or for that matter sheet steel wire gauge is a thickness measurement, the larger the number the smaller the wire. With electrical cable the number usually stands for the number of strands ie. 14/0.3 is 14 strands of 0.3mm dia. wire, this is rated at 8 amp. 28/0.3 is 17amp, 9/0.3 is 5amp
Americans use a slightly different nomenclature they use gauge, 18g =8 amp 14g=17amp 12g=25 amp
Hope this helps

[terry t]

have a look here the thin wall looks better and can carry more amps

http://www.vehicle-wiring-products.eu/VWP-onlinestore/cable/thinwall.php

[topconker]

Thanks guys, just ordered on-line.
TC

[tbone]

A bit late now but.....  http://www.mankymonkeymotors.co.uk/Tech/wireguide.html

[topconker]

Thanks tbone,
I'll save that.
Cheers,
TC