I haven't broken down any degaussing cables yet. They sit in a garbage can staring at me. The yolks sit in their can and stare at me as well. I can't keep up with the amount if crts I've come across. I know yolks are #2 I assumed the cables were in fact #2 due to the thinness of the strands and the residue left from the tape. That is a question? Until I find a yard that pays 3$ I am not turning any #2 or BB in.