[Al Skierkiewicz]

While we are on the subject...
There are various current ratings for wiring so you need to know when looking at charts and breaker sizes. The current robot rules are written using the NEC guide for conductors in an open space (as opposed to conduit and bundles). This table takes into account the resistance of the wire and the expected temperature rise caused by continuous current in the conductor for general insulation. It also adds a little fudge factor by calculating the voltage drop in a typical house wiring run and making sure that at maximum current, there is still sufficient voltage at the load. The insulation used on the CIM motor wire is (or at least was in the past) a higher temperature rating and is therefore rated for higher current then you would expect for it's size.
Another set of current tables is established by the aircraft industry. That current table is based on the minimum allowed voltage drop to instruments in the cockpit. Adjustments to those tables account for length (both conductors please), load current, bundled conductors and altitude. You can find more from the FAA here...
http://www.airweb.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/rgAdvisoryCircular.nsf/0/99c827db9baac81b86256b4500596c4e/$FILE/Chapter%2011.pdf