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∙ 12y agoYou would need at least 3 AWG at 120 volts, giving you a 4.8 percent voltage drop at the maximum load of 37.5 amps (using 30 Amps at the ordinary 80 percent rated capacity of the circuit). For 240 volts you would only need 6 AWG.
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∙ 12y agoFor a 15 amp circuit over a distance of 300 feet, you would typically need a 14-gauge wire to minimize voltage drop and ensure safe operation. Using a larger wire size, such as 12-gauge, would offer even better performance and safety margin.
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∙ 12y agoThis is a voltage drop question. A voltage must be stated to answer this question.
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∙ 15y agoSee discuss question below.
A 16 gauge wire can typically carry around 10-13 amps at 120V AC over a short distance like 25 feet. It's important to follow standard safety practices and consult with an electrician to ensure that the wire gauge is appropriate for your specific application and local electrical code requirements.
For a 100 amp service 700 feet away, you would typically use 3/0 AWG aluminum wire to account for the voltage drop over that distance. It is important to consult with a licensed electrician or local building codes to determine the exact specifications required for your specific situation.
For a 15 amp circuit over 200 feet, it is recommended to use a 14-gauge wire to ensure proper voltage drop. This gauge wire will help maintain the integrity of the electrical supply over that distance.
A #10 copper wire with an insulation rated at 90 degree C has a rating of 30 amps. Over the distance of 12 feet, there is no appreciable voltage drop that will effect the load.
A #8 copper conductor with an insulation factor of 75 or 90 degrees C is rated at 50 and 55 amps respectively. When distance comes into the equation, the question becomes a voltage drop question and a supply voltage over the 200 feet has to be stated.
A #4 copper conductor will limit the voltage drop to 3% or less when supplying 25 amps for 400 feet on a 120 volt system.
A 16 gauge wire can typically carry around 10-13 amps at 120V AC over a short distance like 25 feet. It's important to follow standard safety practices and consult with an electrician to ensure that the wire gauge is appropriate for your specific application and local electrical code requirements.
For a 100 amp service 700 feet away, you would typically use 3/0 AWG aluminum wire to account for the voltage drop over that distance. It is important to consult with a licensed electrician or local building codes to determine the exact specifications required for your specific situation.
For a 15 amp circuit over 200 feet, it is recommended to use a 14-gauge wire to ensure proper voltage drop. This gauge wire will help maintain the integrity of the electrical supply over that distance.
A #10 copper wire with an insulation rated at 90 degree C has a rating of 30 amps. Over the distance of 12 feet, there is no appreciable voltage drop that will effect the load.
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A #8 copper conductor with an insulation factor of 75 or 90 degrees C is rated at 50 and 55 amps respectively. When distance comes into the equation, the question becomes a voltage drop question and a supply voltage over the 200 feet has to be stated.
A circuit current of 8 amps over a 180 foot distance with a voltage supply of 120 volts will need to use a #10 copper conductor. This will limit the voltage drop to 3 percent.
For a 25 amp load at 220 volts over a distance of 75 feet, you will need a 10-gauge wire to ensure safe and efficient electrical conductivity. This wire size allows for minimal voltage drop and meets the necessary ampacity requirements for the circuit. Make sure to consult local electrical codes and regulations before installation.
8 gauge wire can typically carry up to 40 amps at 120 volts AC over a distance of 25 feet. However, it is important to consult the specific wire manufacturer's specifications and consider other factors such as temperature, installation conditions, and local electrical codes when determining the ampacity of the wire for a particular application.
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