answersLogoWhite

0


Best Answer

6 AWG.

User Avatar

Wiki User

13y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: What size of wire cu do you need for 50 amps?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

Need to know wire size for 50 hp motor at 56.9 amps?

6 gauge if it is a very short distance.


What size in square mm copper wire will be required to carry 26 amps?

You will need a 40 amp breaker using AWG # 8 wire running it a distance of no more than 50 feet.


How many amps will 200ft of 6ga wire carry?

50 amps.


What size wire do you need to run a 240V plug for a dryer?

the size of the wire that you need to run depends on the the amperage of the device/appliance you'll be hooking up to that line. Use #12 wire for 20 amp, #10 for 30 amp, #8 wire for 40 amps and #6 for 50 amps. Hope that helps.


What wire size will carry 50 amps 200 ft 220 voltage?

For a 220V circuit carrying 50 amps over 200 ft, you would need a wire size of at least 6 AWG (American Wire Gauge). This size wire will ensure that there is minimal voltage drop over the distance and that the wire can safely carry the current without overheating.


What size wire should I use for a 50' 30 amp 240 volt line?

For the short distance of 50 feet no voltage drop calculations are needed. A #10 copper conductor with a insulation factor of 60, 75 or 90 degrees C is rated at 30 amps respectively. This conductor can legally be loaded to 80% capacity. This allows 30 x .8 = 24 amps. If the device draws more that 24 amps then go to the next wire size which is a #8. A #8 copper conductor with an insulation factor of 75 and 90 degrees C is rated at 45 amps respectively. This legally allows 45 x .8 = 36 amps to flow on the wire. Of course with this size wire only 30 amps will be allow to flow before the breaker will trip.


What size fuse do i need for my 02 dodge neon?

Depends, there are fuses ranging from 5 amps up to 50 amps in use on the Neon.


What is the wire size for 50 feet distance 120 volts 12 amps?

For a 50 feet distance with 120 volts and 12 amps, you should use a 14-gauge wire to ensure electrical safety and efficiency. A 14-gauge wire is rated to handle up to 15 amps for household wiring applications.


How many automotive amps can 30 foot strand of copper wire carry?

The number of automotive amps a 30-foot strand of copper wire can carry depends on the gauge (thickness) of the wire. For example, a 30-foot strand of 10-gauge copper wire can typically carry up to 40-50 amps for automotive use, while a 30-foot strand of 12-gauge wire might be limited to around 25-30 amps. It's important to consult wire ampacity tables and consider factors like temperature and voltage drop to ensure safe and effective performance.


Would a 1.5 mil cable have enough capacity to run a 500 watt sensor light?

Yes, there will be enough capacity to run a 500 watt sensor light. Assuming by the wire size, the question is from a 50 Hz country where the operating voltage is 240 volts. Amps = Watts/Volts = 500/240 = 2.08 amps. The ampacity of a 1.5 mil conductor is 15 amps. This size wire is equal to a #14 wire AWG.


What wire do you use for 240 V 50 Hz?

You need to mention the current or connected load to define the size of the wire


What size of wire and breaker do you need for a 10 KW electric furnace?

To answer this question, wire size is rated in the amount of amperage that it can legally carry. The formula to find amperage when the HP is known is I = HP x 746/1.73 x E x %eff x pf. A standard motor's efficiency between 5 to 100 HP is .84 to .91. A standard motor's power factor between 10 to 100 HP is .86 to .92. Amps = 10 x 746 = 7460 = 7460/1.73 x 220 x .84 x .86 = 7460/275 = 27.1 amps. The electrical code states that a motor conductor has to be rated at 125% of the motors full load amperage. 27.1 x 125% = 33.8 A #8 copper conductor with an insulation factor of 60, 75 or 90 degrees C is rated at 40, 50 and 55 amps respectively.