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Can aluminum be used as a conductor?

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Absolutely. I worked in the field of building bus duct for many power plants. The key here is to understand that aluminum is not nearly as conductive as copper. read more

Aluminium can not only be used as a conductor, it is used as a conductor on a very large scale. For high voltage cables it is often used instead of copper because it is much cheaper and lighter. Its specific conductivity is somewhat less, but that can be compensated for by using thicker cables or more cables. read more

Electric cables – Used because it is a good electrical conductor and is ductile and strong. This includes wiring for electronics such as television equipment and accessories. Microprocessors – Similar to electrical cables; used because it is a good electrical conductor and ductile. read more

Aluminum building wiring is a type of electrical wiring for residential construction or houses that uses aluminum electrical conductors. Aluminum provides a better conductivity to weight ratio than copper, and therefore is also used for wiring power grids, including overhead power transmission lines and local power distribution lines, as well as for power wiring of some airplanes. read more

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