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How do you upgrade household wiring from 110 volt to 220 volt?
your house has 220 you must use a 2 pole breaker. your wiring will change ,not a do it your selfer call someone
Can a double pole circuit breaker be used for 2 different circuits I have a 20 amp double pole breaker want 2 circuits running 14 gauge wire?
can a 20 amp double pole circuit breaker be used for 2 different 120 v circuits using 14 - 2 wire
What amp breaker for 12-2?
AWG 12/2 requires the use of a 20 amp single pole breaker.
How do you hook up a water heater with red black and white wires?
Sounds like it is a 220-240 Volt hot water heater. The black and red are connected to the 220 volts supply and the white is connected to Neutral. At the breaker panel red and black connect to the 2-pole 220 volt breaker and white goes to the neutral bus bar.
Can you only use white and black wires on a 2 pole breaker?
Typically the black wire is "hot", and the white wire is neutral. A 2 pole breaker is most commonly used for 240 V, and as such, you would typically use a 3 conductor wire, with black, red and white (+ ground). In a typical application, the black and red are used in the 2 pole breaker, and neutral is connected to the neutral bar in the breaker panel.
How do you convert 277v to 120v for an outlet?
i think you just have to change the breaker from a 277 to a 120. 277 breakers are usually a 2 pole breaker and 120 is a single pole breaker. NO. 277v is not two poles, it is one pole, one single pole breaker in a 480 volt 3 phase system (typically). If you want 120 volts from a 277 volt source you need a step down transformer 277 volt to 120 volt , or 480/277 to 120/208 .
Can you use a 2 pole breaker for a 120 volt single phase circuit?
No, a 2 pole breaker is designed for a 240-volt circuit or for two separate 120-volt circuits that are out of phase with each other. For a 120-volt single-phase circuit, you would typically use a single-pole breaker.
How do you upgrade household wiring from 110 volt to 220 volt?
your house has 220 you must use a 2 pole breaker. your wiring will change ,not a do it your selfer call someone
How does a 20 amp double pole work?
A 20 amp double pole breaker is used to protect 240-volt circuits. It connects to both hot bus bars in the electrical panel, providing two 120-volt lines that work together to create 240 volts. This configuration is commonly used for larger appliances like electric dryers and ranges.
How do you wire a 277 volt heater from 480 volt box?
To wire a 277 volt heater from a 480 volt box, you will need to use a step-down transformer to reduce the voltage from 480 volts to 277 volts before connecting the heater. Make sure to properly size the transformer to handle the load of the heater and follow all local electrical codes and regulations when performing the wiring. It is recommended to consult with a licensed electrician to ensure the wiring is done safely and correctly.
Can a double pole 20 amp breaker be used with 12-2 wire for a single 220 circuit?
Yes, a double pole 20 amp breaker can be used with 12-2 wire for a 240V circuit. However, make sure the device you are connecting requires 240V and not 120V. Also, consult local electrical codes and regulations to ensure compliance with safety standards.
How to split 220 volt into two 110 volt?
Answer for USA, Canada and countries running a 60 Hz supply service.Before an explanation of how to do this you should keep in mind that this is for a single receptacle only. If any other receptacles are on the same circuit they will also be changed to 120 volts.The existing two pole breaker in the distribution panel that is to be replaced should not have a larger rating than a 15 or 20 amps. The wire size from that breaker will be #14 or #12 respectively. The final results of this project will leave you with a 15 amp 120 volt receptacle and one spare 15 amp breaker in the distribution panel.That said, OK, any 240 volt outlet can be changed to 120 volt by removing the white wire from the 2 pole breaker and inserting it into the neutral bus bar. Remove the other wire (probably black) from the breaker. Remove the 2 pole breaker from the breaker panel. Install two single pole 15 amp breakers into the hole left by the 2 pole breaker. Leave both of these breakers turned off.Connect the black wire that came off of the 2 pole breaker on to one of the new single pole 15 amp breakers. Re install the cover to the electrical panel, this end is finished. At the old 240 volt receptacle, remove the existing device and install a new 120 volt receptacle.Materials can be purchased at local building supply store. Remember to take the electrical panel data with you so you have the information for the 2 new breakers. Once you have the new 120 volt receptacle installed, identify on the electrical panel door what the breaker is used for. Leave the unused breaker in the off position. Turn the new 15 amp breaker on. Turn the main breaker back on. Test the new receptacle with a lamp to make sure every thing is OK.As always, if you are in doubt about what to do, the best advice anyone should give you is to call a licensed electrician to advise what work is needed.Before you do any work yourself,on electrical circuits, equipment or appliancesalways use a test meter to ensure the circuit is, in fact, de-energized.IF YOU ARE NOT ALREADY SURE YOU CAN DO THIS JOBSAFELY AND COMPETENTLYREFER THIS WORK TO QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS.
How do you run 2 10-2 wires coming out of the titan tankless water heater to be hooked up as 220-240 volt application?
That unit requires 2 40 amp breakers (2 pole). each wire will go one side of a two pole (220V) breaker.
Can you use a 60 amp breaker for a airconditioner with heat instead of two thirty amp breakers?
No. If your AC is currently running on a 30 amp 2 pole breaker, then it is a 220 volt unit. You cannot substitute one 60 amp single pole breaker as you'll only be supplying 110 volts and the AC unit won't work. In fact you could damage it.
Can a double pole circuit breaker be used for 2 different circuits I have a 20 amp double pole breaker want 2 circuits running 14 gauge wire?
can a 20 amp double pole circuit breaker be used for 2 different 120 v circuits using 14 - 2 wire
How do you define a pole in circuit breaker?
A pole In a circut breaker refers to the number of circuts it controls, single pole only controls one, double controls 2 at same time
How can I connect a single-phase - 2 hot wires plus ground- 220V load to a 3-pole 220V breaker?
Common usage of a three pole breaker is for use on a three phase distribution panel. Single phase distribution panels only use two pole breakers for a 240 volt load.Remember that the breaker must protect the conductors that connect to the load. If you want to try and use a three pole breaker in a single phase panel just because you have the breaker, this is not a good idea even if it will fit.Purchase the proper single phase two pole breaker to match the wire size and the amperage of the connected 240 volt load. Keep in mind that connected 240 volt motor loads have to be sized to 250% of the motor's full load amperage.By doing what you want to do and a fault occurs from this type of installation your insurance company might not cover the damage that it would cause.If the distribution panel is three phase then just connect the two load wires to any two of the three poles on the breaker.
