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Electricity is dangerous!
You can be injured or killed!
Improper installations can cause fire, injury and death!
Should you be doing this yourself?)
From NEC Table 220.55
The combination of elements in this unit sound like 14 kW.
The demand for a 12 kW range is 8kW. There is an allowance of 5% for each kW over 12, which makes this a demand load of 8.8 kW. At 240 volts, that is a load of 36.7 amps, which would call for a 40 amp circuit.
The ampacity controls cable size.
Cable type and insulation control ampacity.
As an example, copper # 8 gauge non-metallic sheathed cable would have an ampacity of 40 amps, which would be acceptable. Aluminum cable would have to be a # 6 gauge.
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ASK YOUR INSPECTOR!!
<><><> I don't know of any Professional Electrician who would install aluminum wire inside a residence or business. That being said, you are in over your head and should hire a pro to advise and install your ovens and burners. Electricity and it's wiring is dangerous. Home Depot and Lowes associates are not Licensed Electricians! ( If they are, they are not very good.)
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As always, if you are in doubt about what to do, the best advice anyone should give you is to call a licensed electrician to advise what work is needed. Before you do any work yourself,
on electrical circuits, equipment or appliances,
always use a test meter to ensure the circuit is, in fact, de-energized.
IF YOU ARE NOT ALREADY SURE YOU CAN DO THIS JOB
SAFELY AND COMPETENTLY
REFER THIS WORK TO QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS.
What else can I help you with?
What kind of circuit breaker should you use with aluminum wire?
For aluminum wire, it is recommended to use circuit breakers specified for use with aluminum wiring. These breakers have special features to mitigate the risk of overheating or fire that can be associated with aluminum wiring. Consult with a qualified electrician or local building codes for specific recommendations.
What type of circuit and or breaker should a typical consumer-sold hot plate rated at around 1800w with 2 burners for 120v ac be plugged into - will typical kitchen countertop plugs do?
1800 watts will require a 20 amp circuit. Kitchen countertop outlets are usually, but not always, 20 amp circuits.
What breakers are compatible with ge breaker boxes?
GE circuit breakers with catalog numbers ranging from THQL1115 through to THQL1150 can be substituted like for like with Cutler-Hammer circuit breakers coded CL115 through to CL150, ITE Siemens circuit breakers coded Q115 through to Q150 and Square D circuit breakers coded HOM115 through to HOM150. These are single pole breakers. GE circuit breakers with catalog codes from THQL2115 through to THQL2150 can be substituted with Cutler-Hammer circuit breakers CL215 through to CL250, Square D circuit breakers HOM215 through to HOM250 and ITE Siemens circuit breakers Q215 through to Q250 of the same amperage and voltage. These are double pole breakers.
Is all circuit breakers automatically reset?
No, not all circuit breakers are automatically reset. Some circuit breakers need to be manually reset by flipping the switch back to the "on" position after they have tripped. Automatic reset circuit breakers are typically used in specific applications where it is important for the circuit to be quickly restored without human intervention.
Is it possible to do short circuit test of breakers at project site?
Yes, it possible to do a short circuit test of breakers at a project site.
What metals are used in the construction of circuit breakers?
Copper, Brass and Aluminum.
Where is the circuit breakers in 1994 Chevrolet a pick-up?
There are two circuit breakers in the fuse block under the left side of dash. They are aluminum and rectangular. rbamber
What kind of circuit breaker should you use with aluminum wire?
For aluminum wire, it is recommended to use circuit breakers specified for use with aluminum wiring. These breakers have special features to mitigate the risk of overheating or fire that can be associated with aluminum wiring. Consult with a qualified electrician or local building codes for specific recommendations.
What type of circuit and or breaker should a typical consumer-sold hot plate rated at around 1800w with 2 burners for 120v ac be plugged into - will typical kitchen countertop plugs do?
1800 watts will require a 20 amp circuit. Kitchen countertop outlets are usually, but not always, 20 amp circuits.
Where can Square D circuit breakers be purchased?
Square D circuit breakers can be purchased from various homeware and DIY stores such as Home Depot or Lowes. Websites that specialise in circuit breakers such as Circuit Breaker Service or All Breakers do sell them as well.
Where are the circuit breakers on a 2000 chev Tahoe?
most circuit breakers are under the hood near the battery. major breakers. you have to unscrew cover.
What breakers are compatible with ge breaker boxes?
GE circuit breakers with catalog numbers ranging from THQL1115 through to THQL1150 can be substituted like for like with Cutler-Hammer circuit breakers coded CL115 through to CL150, ITE Siemens circuit breakers coded Q115 through to Q150 and Square D circuit breakers coded HOM115 through to HOM150. These are single pole breakers. GE circuit breakers with catalog codes from THQL2115 through to THQL2150 can be substituted with Cutler-Hammer circuit breakers CL215 through to CL250, Square D circuit breakers HOM215 through to HOM250 and ITE Siemens circuit breakers Q215 through to Q250 of the same amperage and voltage. These are double pole breakers.
Is gold used in circuit breakers?
Certainly not in the case of high-voltage circuit breakers. Probably not in low-voltage circuit breakers, as copper is a better conductor and has a higher melting point.
3 pole circuit breakers?
3 pole circuit breakers are used for 3 phase lines
Can different rating circuit breakers have the same short circuit characteristics?
Yes, different amperage rating circuit breakers can have the same short circuit characteristics.
Where can I find circuit breakers?
Lowes and Home Depot carry circuit breakers as well as the wiring and box. Circuit Breakers come in several watts, so be sure you get what is appropriate for your living space.
How did early circuit breakers operate?
Circuit breakers operate. is the operetion of the break of the circuit. FORMULA : f(x) = m x+b
