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Generators are rated in volt-amps (va) and may also have a wattage rating. In most practical applications volt-amps and watts are the same.
At 240v single phase, 400 amps is 96000 volt-amps, or 96kva. I would be looking for a 100 kva generator. This is a large generator if you are considering it for your home. In most situations you identify critical circuits and place only these on the generator through a transfer switch. This allows for a much smaller generator.
What else can I help you with?
What size ground wire for 100a service?
A 100 amp residential service requires a size #8 copper wire, it should be insulated in green.
What wire size for 100 amp single phase 3 wire commercial service?
2 copper
What is the minimum service size for a 225amp residential service?
A 200 amp service panel with a 60 amp sub-panel.
What size aluminum wire for 1200 amp service?
For Service Entrance Cable 600 kcmill (Thousands of circular mils).
Do you need to change the wire size going from 100 amp service to 150 amp service?
Yes, the wire size has to be increased. The existing 100 amp service will now probably have a #3 conductor with an insulation factor of 75 or 90 degrees C which is rated for 100 and 105 amps respectively. Increasing to a 150 amp service will use a #1/0 wire size. If you are thinking of an upgrade, skip the 150 amp service and go to a 200 amp panel. New homes are installing 200 amp 42 circuit panels. The extra cost is only reflected in the materials as the labour costs will be the same regardless whether a 150 amp or a 200 amp panel is installed. The wire size for a 200 amp panel is #3/0. With an insulation factor of 75 or 90 degrees C the rating is 200 or 210 amps respectively.
What is the recommended wire size for a 60 amp service?
The recommended wire size for a 60 amp service is typically 6-gauge copper wire.
What size gauge wire for 4000w amp?
on a 4000 watt amp the best gauge wire woul be between 2 and 0
What is the recommended copper wire size for a 100 amp service?
The recommended copper wire size for a 100 amp service is typically 3 AWG (American Wire Gauge).
What is the recommended wire size for a 100 amp aluminum service?
The recommended wire size for a 100 amp aluminum service is typically 2 AWG (American Wire Gauge).
What is the recommended aluminum wire size for a 200 amp service?
The recommended aluminum wire size for a 200 amp service is typically 2/0 AWG.
What size underground wire is recommended for a 200 amp service?
For a 200 amp service, it is recommended to use a size 2/0 or larger underground wire.
What size gauge power wire do you need for a 4000 watt amp?
2 or 4
What is the recommended wire size for a 200 amp service using aluminum wire?
The recommended wire size for a 200 amp service using aluminum wire is typically 2/0 AWG (American Wire Gauge).
What size wire should be used for a 100 amp service in copper?
For a 100 amp service in copper, a wire size of 3/0 AWG should be used.
What size ground wire for 100a service?
A 100 amp residential service requires a size #8 copper wire, it should be insulated in green.
What information can I find in the 200 amp service wire size chart?
The 200 amp service wire size chart provides information on the recommended wire size to use for a 200 amp electrical service. This chart helps determine the appropriate wire gauge based on factors like the length of the wire run and the type of material being used.
What type of wire, specifically aluminum wire, is recommended for a 100 amp service?
For a 100 amp service, it is recommended to use aluminum wire that is at least 2 AWG in size.
