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depends entirely on amperage, or current. if it is for a thermostat it can be very small like 20-24 awg maybe even 30. 20 awg will be more than adequate for most hvac controls, if it is a 24v automotive system that's a whole nother story
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Can you use 12 gauge wire with 600 volt capacity to hook up an 300 amp 220 volt dryer?
I wouldn't, always safer to go heaver gauge. I recommend 8 gauge if you are going to be running any length of wire. Fire is never fun I believe the above answer assumes the question was meant to read, "30 amp 220 volt dryer." 12 gauge wire WILL NOT carry 30 amps safely. You need to run #10 copper minimum. It is never a bad idea to upsize, such as the recommended #8, but it is not necessary if 30 amps is what you need.
What gauge wire do you use for a refrigerator?
12 gauge
Can you wire a 120 volt ballast to a 347 volt circuit?
No, not a good idea. You have to use a 347 volt ballast.
What wire is the commonwire 120 volt?
The most common wire ran in 120v residential is NM (Non-metallic) sheathed wire such as the brand Romex. 14 gauge wire generally has a white sheathing and can be used on 15 amp circuits such as lighting. 12 gauge wire is thicker, generally having a yellow sheathing and can be used on 20 amp circuits such as those serving receptacles. Considering future demands, 12 gauge wire should be used. Under no circumstances should you ever use 14 gauge wire on a 20 amp circuit.
What type of capacitor use to stabilize a 12 volt car when the voltage drops and how to wire?
"What type of capacitor use to stabilize a 12 volt car when the voltage drops and how to wire?"
What size wire in a 40 amp 12 volt circuit?
Use 8 gauge wire.
What gauge wire do you use on a 6 volt battery?
If you are referring to the main battery cable use 00 guage cable.
Can you use 12 gauge wire with 600 volt capacity to hook up an 300 amp 220 volt dryer?
I wouldn't, always safer to go heaver gauge. I recommend 8 gauge if you are going to be running any length of wire. Fire is never fun I believe the above answer assumes the question was meant to read, "30 amp 220 volt dryer." 12 gauge wire WILL NOT carry 30 amps safely. You need to run #10 copper minimum. It is never a bad idea to upsize, such as the recommended #8, but it is not necessary if 30 amps is what you need.
What gauge wire do you use for a refrigerator?
12 gauge
What is the proper size wire cord for a 12 amp vacuum sweeper 120 volt?
16 gauge is rated at 13 amps, but I would use 14 gauge which is rated at 15 amps just to be safe.
What gauge of wire must be used in homemade wind turbine?
You would need to know the maximum watts and voltage you could generate then go from there. In home use you use 12 gauge wire at 120 volts to handle up to 20 amps. 14 gauge for 15 amps. If you're operating in 12 volt it's a different ballgame.
Can 6 12 volt be wire to make 1 24 volt battery?
can 6 ,12 volt battery be wire to make in to one 24 volt battery for solar use in home
What power wire do you use for a car radio?
Which wire theres 2....... 12 volt all the time and 12 volt switched?
Can you wire a 120 volt ballast to a 347 volt circuit?
No, not a good idea. You have to use a 347 volt ballast.
What wire is the commonwire 120 volt?
The most common wire ran in 120v residential is NM (Non-metallic) sheathed wire such as the brand Romex. 14 gauge wire generally has a white sheathing and can be used on 15 amp circuits such as lighting. 12 gauge wire is thicker, generally having a yellow sheathing and can be used on 20 amp circuits such as those serving receptacles. Considering future demands, 12 gauge wire should be used. Under no circumstances should you ever use 14 gauge wire on a 20 amp circuit.
Why use 3 wire 240 volt receptacle instead of a 4 wire 240 volt receptacle?
Use the 4 wire if possible. You would only use a 3 wire for an old appliance.You shouldn't if possible. The 3 wire has no neutral wire as the 4 wire does. Som applications require the use of a 3 wire and some don't.
What type of capacitor use to stabilize a 12 volt car when the voltage drops and how to wire?
"What type of capacitor use to stabilize a 12 volt car when the voltage drops and how to wire?"
