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∙ 12y ago250 MCM aluminum minimum
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∙ 12y agoIn conduit? direct burial? distance?
250 mcm
No, amperage is not additive, but a constant. Think of power as water, its always the same temperature, hot (amps). The pressure is variable (volts). The true answer is undoubtedly more complex, but you get the point. If you need to draw 200 amps you would actually need a 400 amp service because code states you cannot have more than an 80% load on a breaker That's an interesting question and I had to run the theory through my brain a few times to confirm my answer. The answer is if you have a 100A 240V service, you could draw what appears to be 200A from that panel at 120V. If you install 100A 120V single pole breakers on each side of the panel (in reality this would be many breakers but let's keep it simple) then both breakers will operate just fine, giving the appearance of 200A. In reality, however, one breaker actually feeds through to the other breaker. The neutral only carries the unbalanced load so in this hypothetical situation the neutral at the panel carries 0A. So the answer to the question is...if you install ONLY 120v single pole breakers, you can run up to 200A on those circuits (or 80% of that as we have discussed.) But you are only running 100A on each leg of the service conductors and breaker.
First you need to determine if addition of the new breakers will exceed the 200A service under normal operating conditions. If so you will need to go to power company and increase service and put in a larger main panel. If you have the capacity for the extra current you can add a sub-panel and add the breakers there as well as the breakers you will remove from main panel to accommodate the sub-panel breaker. Another way depends on what breakers are in current panel. There are some breakers that can be duplexed in the same space as a single breaker.
2.5 mm twin and earth should do the trick. A 100 kw @ 400 V, 50 Hz,3 Phase at a power factor approximately 0.8 will draw a current ( 100x1000/root 3x400x0.8 )=180.42 A. Breaker rating to be 200A TP MCCB and cable size to be minimum 4 Core 120 mm2 .
4/0 Aluminum or 2/0 Copper type USE.
For a 100A subpanel, a minimum of 1.5-inch Schedule 80 PVC conduit or 1.25-inch rigid metal conduit is recommended. As for the aluminum wire, for a 100A feeder, you would typically use 1/0 AWG aluminum wire for a 3-wire setup or 2/0 AWG aluminum wire for a 4-wire setup. Always consult local electrical codes and a licensed electrician for precise specifications for your installation.
For a 200A service, the recommended copper wire gauge for service entrance cable is typically 2/0 AWG (American Wire Gauge). This wire size is able to handle the ampacity required for a 200A service safely and efficiently. It is always recommended to consult with a licensed electrician to determine the appropriate wire size for your specific installation.
In conduit? direct burial? distance?
250 mcm
As long as you do it according to local code, there's no electrical problem with it.
Doing it yourself or hiring an electrician? Yourself: About $300. An Electrician: About $2000
A 3/0 AWG copper conductor is typically used for a 200A service. Make sure to consult the National Electrical Code (NEC) and local electrical codes for specific requirements in your area. It is also recommended to consult with a licensed electrician for proper installation.
200A
200 is composite.
No, number 2 conductors are not sufficient to carry 200A. You would need larger gauge wires to safely handle that amount of current. It is important to match the wire size to the amperage rating of the panel to prevent overheating and potential hazards.
Copper SE cable gauge 00 from the meter socket to the breaker panel for a 200A service. Then 8, 10, 12, and 14 gauge wire depending on the load.