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Yes, 12 AWG is good for 25 Amps if copper wire.
If aluminum wire, then good for 20 Amps.

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A #12 copper wire, insulation 90 degree is rated at 20 amps.

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12 American Wire Gauge (AWG). 12 AWG.

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12 gauge.

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AWG 12/2 copper.

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