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first off. it has to be UF type wire, and is usually 12 gauge or 10, depending what you are using it for.

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A #6 copper wire with an insulation rating of 90 degree C is rated at 65 amps.

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8/3 with ground.

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Q: What gauge wire to run 40 amp 220 volt circuit 60 feet in residence?
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