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This type of question usually means you aren't ready to do this yourself. Study some electrical material and the National Electrical Code and work this answer out for yourself. If I were to give you an answer, you might attempt to do something you shouldn't be doing, and that may cost someone a shock, a home fire, or their life. The NEC covers branch circuits in Article 310. Your answer is in there.
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Can a double pole 20 amp breaker be used with 12-2 wire for a single 220 circuit?
Yes, a double pole 20 amp breaker can be used with 12-2 wire for a 240V circuit. However, make sure the device you are connecting requires 240V and not 120V. Also, consult local electrical codes and regulations to ensure compliance with safety standards.
Can a 220 VAC breaker be single pole or does it have to always be a double pole breaker?
A 220 VAC breaker can be single pole or double pole depending on the application. For standard 220 VAC circuits like most household appliances, a double pole breaker is typically used. However, in certain situations where only one hot wire is needed, a single pole breaker can be used for 220 VAC circuits.
How big of a single pole breaker can you put on 12-2 wire?
You can use a 20-amp single pole breaker for 12-2 wire. This is the standard size breaker for 12-gauge wire in residential applications.
Can you switch from 15amp to 20amp on a double pole breaker?
The minimum size wire a 20 amp breaker needs to be connected to is a #12 wire. The 15 is probably connected to a #14 right now which is only rated for 15 amps. Remember the breaker is sized to the wires ampacity not the load .
How can you wire a normal 120V outlet out of a double pole circuit breaker?
You cannot wire a normal 120V outlet directly from a double pole circuit breaker as it is designed for higher voltage applications. You would need to install a single pole circuit breaker for a 120V outlet.
How do you tap off existing unused 220 wire and convert it to 110 for a plug in?
Take out the double pole breaker, place the white wire on the grounding bar along with the ground wire, install singe pole breaker(size needed) attach black wire onto new breaker and you now have 110 line.
How do you wire a double pole breaker correctly?
To wire a double pole breaker correctly, connect the hot wires to the breaker terminals and the neutral wire to the neutral bus bar. Make sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions and turn off the power before starting.
What are the differences between a single pole and a double pole breaker?
A single pole breaker controls one wire and is used for 120-volt circuits, while a double pole breaker controls two wires and is used for 240-volt circuits.
Can a double pole circuit breaker be used for 2 different circuits I have a 20 amp double pole breaker want 2 circuits running 14 gauge wire?
can a 20 amp double pole circuit breaker be used for 2 different 120 v circuits using 14 - 2 wire
What is the difference between a single pole and a double pole breaker?
A single pole breaker controls one hot wire and is used for 120-volt circuits, while a double pole breaker controls two hot wires and is used for 240-volt circuits.
What are the differences between a double pole and a single pole breaker?
A double pole breaker controls two hot wires and provides 240 volts of power, while a single pole breaker controls one hot wire and provides 120 volts of power.
How is a hot water heater wired from the power source to the heater?
10/3 wire with 30 amp double pole breaker from panel box to water heater.
How do you properly wire a double pole breaker for 240v?
To properly wire a double pole breaker for 240V, connect the two hot wires to the breaker terminals, the neutral wire to the neutral bus bar, and the ground wire to the ground bus bar in the electrical panel. Make sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions and local electrical codes for safety.
Can a double pole 20 amp breaker be used with 12-2 wire for a single 220 circuit?
Yes, a double pole 20 amp breaker can be used with 12-2 wire for a 240V circuit. However, make sure the device you are connecting requires 240V and not 120V. Also, consult local electrical codes and regulations to ensure compliance with safety standards.
Can a 220 VAC breaker be single pole or does it have to always be a double pole breaker?
A 220 VAC breaker can be single pole or double pole depending on the application. For standard 220 VAC circuits like most household appliances, a double pole breaker is typically used. However, in certain situations where only one hot wire is needed, a single pole breaker can be used for 220 VAC circuits.
How big of a single pole breaker can you put on 12-2 wire?
You can use a 20-amp single pole breaker for 12-2 wire. This is the standard size breaker for 12-gauge wire in residential applications.
Can you switch from 15amp to 20amp on a double pole breaker?
The minimum size wire a 20 amp breaker needs to be connected to is a #12 wire. The 15 is probably connected to a #14 right now which is only rated for 15 amps. Remember the breaker is sized to the wires ampacity not the load .
