A #14 copper conductor is rated at 15 amps.
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For an 80 amp electric box, you should use a 4 AWG copper wire or a 2 AWG aluminum wire. This wire size is suitable for carrying the current load safely and efficiently. Make sure to consult local electrical codes and regulations before proceeding.
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∙ 16y agoIt will take 2-gauge cable. This high current cable is usually called service entrance cable. Service entrance cable is usually 1-gauge so it is easier to find and cheaper to buy than 2-gauge cable.
This is an aluminum clad cable with black plastic sheathing.
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∙ 12y ago#4 copper
The amp size of a wire is determined by its gauge, not the number of wires. An 8-gauge wire is typically rated for around 40-60 amps, depending on the type and insulation of the wire.
== == === === Gauge #6 wires are best for this application. The breaker and wire should fit in your main panel unless it is already overloaded. Get advice from an electrician. ----- See Discussion for additional information 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 JOBSAFELY AND COMPETENTLYREFER THIS WORK TO QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS.
The wire size for an electric range depends on the electrical load required by the range. Generally, a 40-amp double pole breaker with 8-gauge wire is sufficient for most residential electric ranges. However, it is essential to consult with a qualified electrician to determine the correct wire size based on the specific requirements of your electric range and local electrical codes.
For a 20 amp circuit, a 12-gauge copper ground wire is typically recommended. This wire size can safely handle the current and provide proper grounding for the circuit.
No, you should use wire that matches the lowest amp rating of the breakers connected to it. In this case, you should use 15 amp wire since one of the breakers is a 15 amp breaker. Matching the wire gauge to the lowest amp rating ensures the wire is protected from overheating in case of a short circuit.
AWG # 10
30 amp breaker with #10 gauge copper wire
2.5 squre mm
25 amp breaker
Typical residential electric dryers are on 30 amp circuits, which means 10 gage copper wire. The circuit breaker should match the dryer cord rating, generally 30 amps.
A 100 amp residential service requires a size #8 copper wire, it should be insulated in green.
The size breaker you use is determined by the size wire used in the circuit. If you use AWG #12/2 wire then use a 20 amp breaker. If you use AWG # 14/2 then use a 15 amp breaker.
The amp size of a wire is determined by its gauge, not the number of wires. An 8-gauge wire is typically rated for around 40-60 amps, depending on the type and insulation of the wire.
Don't use aluminum wire inside the house.
You should use a 4 guage wire. There is a handy chart located at http://www.the12volt.com/info/recwirsz.asp which lists the proper wire size for differing wattages.
Depends on how many amps it pulls and the size of the wire in the circuit.
== == === === Gauge #6 wires are best for this application. The breaker and wire should fit in your main panel unless it is already overloaded. Get advice from an electrician. ----- See Discussion for additional information 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 JOBSAFELY AND COMPETENTLYREFER THIS WORK TO QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS.