Refer Operating temperature Vs Watt density graph to find max permissible clearance.
Dia mm 6.5 8 10 12.5 16 19 25
inch 1/4 5/16 3/8 1/2 5/8 3/4 1
Lenght Min mm 35 35 40 40 50 60 75
Max mm 250 250 500 500 1500 1500 1500