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Why is your ac wired in 10-2 wire and your dryer wired w 10-3 wire when both are units that require 220 v30 amps?
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∙ 16y ago
some motors, like the one in a dryer, require a nuetral. other 220 volt motors only need the two hot legs.
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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.
How much power is a hair dryer using if it operates at a voltage of 110 volts and has a current of 6 amps?
About 660 watts. A hair dryer has a small blower motor and a resistance winding that heats up. The formula is watts = volts x amps x power factor. In the case of a resistive load like the wire that heats up the PF = 1. However, the blower will have a lower PF of about .8.
What size of wire do you need for 5 kw heat strip?
120 15 amp service ? 210 7 amp service ?
How much amperage does a gas clothes dryer draw?
Check the nameplate rating on the door or door frame of your washer, it should tell you the amp rating or the kw rating of the machine. If it only has the KW rating of the machine, simply divide the KW rating by the voltage of the receptacle and it'll give you the current (ampere) rating. Typically, a modern washing machine will draw approximately 7-12 amps. However, anticipate a higher amperage when starting the machine as the machine will draw 1.5X the rated current to start the machine (starting current). Regardless of the amp rating, the NFPA-70 (National Electrical Code) requiresa 20 Amp fuse or circuit breaker; and the circuit for the washing machine must be on its own, dedicated circuit.
What gauge wire is required to run a 220 volt dryer circuit?
Wire size is based on the amperage the device draws. The wattage of the unit has to be included in the equation. Amps = Watts/Volts. Most homes in North America today are roughed in with a two conductor #10 cable. This size wire will allow a 30 amps. The electrical code allows this conductor to be only loaded up to 80% capacity so useful amperage is 30 x 80% = 24 amps. Watts = Amps x volts = 24 x 240 = 5760 watts. If your dryer's wattage is no larger that this a #10 conductor will be fine. If it is higher go to the next size wire which is a #8 rated at 40 amps. Same de rate has to be applied.
What amp an outlet is?
Standard recpt. for house hold is 15 AMPS wired usually with 14 awg, but applicance circutis are 20AMPS wired with 12awg. Dryer rect. are 30AMPs wired with 10 awg and Ovens are 50 Amps wired with 6awg.
Is 60 amps enough to run a household dryer?
Yes, 60 amps is typically enough to run a household dryer. Most dryers require around 30 amps to operate, so 60 amps should provide sufficient power for the dryer along with other household electrical needs. Just ensure that the wiring and circuitry in your home can handle the load.
Is there more than one type of 4 prong dryer plugs?
Yes, there are two common types of 4-prong dryer plugs: NEMA 14-30 and NEMA 14-50. The NEMA 14-30 plug is used for dryers that require 240 volts and 30 amps, while the NEMA 14-50 plug is used for dryers that require 240 volts and 50 amps. It is important to use the correct plug type for your specific dryer.
What is a 30A dryer cord?
A 30 amp dryer cord is the cord that comes attached to new clothes dryer. It is used to transfer the voltage from the wall receptacle to the dryer appliance. Earlier model dryers used to be hard wired directly from the distribution panel to the dryer. Hard wiring is no longer the case as people wanted to take there appliances with them when they moved from one home to another. New homes are now wired with 30 amp receptacles situated in the wall alcove where the dryer is to be situated. This allows the home owner to plug in the dryer without the hiring of an electrician to legally make the connection. Dryers that have been previously been hard wired can be upgraded with a 30 amp cord kit that can be purchased at any hardware store. Following the instructions included with the kits, any home owner can make the conversion and then connect their dryer into the dryer receptacle.
Can you convert 4 prong dryer cord to 3 prong?
It is not recommended to convert a 4 prong dryer cord to a 3 prong one because it can create a safety hazard. The 4 prong cord is designed for newer dryers with separate grounding and neutral wires, while the 3 prong cord does not have a dedicated ground wire. It is best to consult a professional electrician to properly install the correct cord for your dryer.
If a Clothes dryer is wired to 20 amp breaker will it damage it?
It may not damage the dryer. But....if the dryer tries to use more than 20 amps, or if anything else is connected to the breaker totaling MORE than 20 amps, the breaker will pop. The breaker disconnects (throws, pops, etc.) if there is too much current being drawn. Too many light bulbs, heaters, stoves, etc. This is designed as a safety so that wires don't melt, fires start and so on. Consult the manufacturer to see if is OK. Or at least look at the label on back to see how many amps it uses. If it's even close to 20 amps, it might be good to have an electrician see about upgrading the breaker/ wiring.
What is the current in the hair dryer if it is plugged into a Outlet?
The current in a hair dryer plugged into an outlet in the US (120V) is typically around 10-12.5 Amps. In Europe (230V), it would be around 5-6 Amps.
What home appliance draws the most amps?
A clothes dryer typically draws the most amps among common home appliances, with an average of around 20 amps.
What is the voltage for a hair dryer that has 15.0 amps and 8 ohms?
120 V
How many amps are a watt?
No.By which I mean: amps and watts are not just different units, they're different TYPES of units. You can't convert amps to watts without knowing the voltage (if you DO know the voltage, multiply volts by amps to get watts).
Ammeter what units does it use?
Amps or amperes
How much amps is used for home?
An average home nowadays has a 200 amp panel. The dryer and stove use 30 and 40 amps and almost everything else is 15 amps.
