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Can you use 8 gauge wire with a twin post 25 breaker?
Yes. #8 is a oversized by one size but it's total ok. You can always oversize on electric wire but never undersize.
Can you use 40 amp breaker for your lights and plug ins?
If you are referring to house wiring then the answer is no. A breaker protects the wire size that is connected to the breaker. In home wiring most homes are wired with a #14 wire which is rated at 15 amps. That is why the wire is protected by a 15 amp breaker. The correct wire size to connect to a 40 amp breaker is a #8. This size wire is too large to connect to receptacles an light fixture terminals.
What size wire for a 40 amp breaker?
A 40 amp breaker is used in conjunction with AWG # 8 copper wire. The black and red wires are connected to the breaker. The ground wire is connected to the ground bar and the white wire is connected to the neutral bar.
What size wire for 75 feet of wire for a 30 amp 220 volt oven?
A 30 amp breaker run 75 feet would require you use AWG #10 wire. But, an oven normally pulls more that 30 amps and I would not use #10 wire on a 30 amp breaker for an oven. Normally any newer oven is wired with AWG #6 gauge wire on a 50 amp circuit breaker so the breaker will not trip during heavy use of the oven. Some older ovens could use a #8 wire on a 40 amp breaker.
What size wire for a 40 amp breaker to a welder?
A #8 aluminium wire with an insulation factor of 90 degrees C is rated at 45 amps.
Can you run 8 gauge wire on a 50 amp breaker?
No, you should not run 8 gauge wire on a 50 amp breaker. The wire size should be compatible with the amperage rating of the breaker to ensure safety and prevent overheating. For a 50 amp breaker, you should use a minimum of 6 gauge wire.
Can you use 8 gauge wire with a twin post 25 breaker?
Yes. #8 is a oversized by one size but it's total ok. You can always oversize on electric wire but never undersize.
What size wire for 28 amps?
For 28 amps, you would typically use a wire size of at least 10 AWG (American Wire Gauge) for copper wire. This would ensure that the wire can safely carry the current without overheating. It's always a good idea to consult a professional electrician or refer to local electrical codes to determine the appropriate wire size for your specific application.
What gauge wire and amp breaker do you use on a stove dryer and hot water heater?
For a stove, use a 8 or 6 gauge wire with a 40 to 50 amp breaker. For a dryer, use a 10 or 8 gauge wire with a 30 amp breaker. For a hot water heater, use a 10 or 8 gauge wire with a 30 or 40 amp breaker. Be sure to consult local electrical codes and guidelines for specific requirements.
What size wire for 40a breaker?
AWG # 8 copper
Can I you use existing 8 3 wire hooked to a 30amp breaker was hooked to old electric heater to wire a heater that requires 10 2 wire its a 5000watt 240volt heater?
No, you cannot use an existing 8 3 wire hooked to a 30amp breaker for a heater that requires 10 2 wire. The wire gauge and breaker size need to match the specific requirements of the new heater to ensure safety and proper function. You will need to upgrade the wiring to accommodate the 10 2 wire needed for the 5000-watt 240-volt heater.
What size breaker do you need for a Whirlpool 4 cycle dryer?
It should take a two pole (220V) 50 amp breaker and matching plug wired with # 8 or # 6 gauge wire. Check your manual.
What is the wire size for a 35 amp breaker to a ac unit?
You will need to use #8 wire.
What size cable is used for house wiring?
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.
What size wire and breaker do you need for a 5000 watt garage heater?
Look on the heater and see what amps it is pulling. That will determine the wire size and breaker size. It must be on a dedicated circuit. 15 amps = AWG # 14 wire with 15 amp breaker 20 amps = AWG # 12 wire with 20 amp breaker 30 amps = AWG # 10 wire with 30 amp breaker 40 amps = AWG # 8 wire with 40 amp breaker
What is the amp size of a 8 wire?
The amp size of a wire is determined by its gauge, not the number of wires. An 8-gauge wire is typically rated for around 40-60 amps, depending on the type and insulation of the wire.
What size wire do you need for a forty amp breaker?
8 AWG is typical.
