Using brass bar instead of wire?

[GlennA]

I need to connect some batteries in series and require 2/0 wire, but I'm wondering if I could use solid brass (or aluminum?) stock because it's only a 6" straight shot. It would be easier and I assume cheaper because I would avoid the need for terminal lugs the cable is expensive too. The question is, what cross section would I need to get the same conductivity.

 

[rbulsara]

A web search is a great tool to get started in the right direction. See the following links.

http://www.kp44.org/ftp/ElectricalConductivityOfMaterials.php

http://www.copper.org/applications/industrial/DesignGuide/conductbrass02.html

Rafiq Bulsara

http://www.srengineersct.com