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What wire do you use for 220 30 amp?
A 30 Amp circuit is needed for most 220V tools. You will need to run a 10-2 to the outlet. 10-2 copper wire is usually good for up to 40 Amps on start loads and 35 Amps on constant load.
What size wire should I use for a 30 amp breaker?
10
For a maximum of 30 amps, you’ll need a wire gauge of 10. The most common household item that requires a 30 amp circuit is a central air conditioner.
Does 220 need a neutral?
220V never requires a neutral, only two hots. If you add a neutral, you can also have 110V, which many times is used for controls and lights, etc.
What can I run off a 30 amp breaker?
In a typical RV with a 30 amp electrical service some of the power hungry appliances and portable devices are the air conditioner, electric water heater, microwave, coffee maker, electric skillet, hair dryer, space heaters and a toaster.
Can 12 gauge wire carry 25 amps?
A 12 gauge wire is rated for 25 amps. NEC only allows for it to be protected at a max of 20 amps (unless following an exception for motor loads).
Can 12 gauge wire handle 30 amps?
You should not use a 30-amp circuit breaker on a 12-gauge wire. The circuit breaker installed on a circuit is of a specific size to protect a certain wire gauge. This higher current can damage the thinner wire, melt the insulation, cause short circuits, fire, and even lethal shock.
What size wire do I need for a 30 amp breaker?
The rule of thumb that techs will usually go by is that for a 30 amp circuit breaker, 10-gauge wire is the right size to go with. For a 40 amp you need a 8-gauge wire size and for a 20 amp, you will need a 12-gauge wire size.
Can I put a smaller wire on top of a 20 amp?
It happens when the wire is derated to account for voltage drop. there are many instances where that would be permitted by code, but if it’s just a general purpose branch circuit on a 20 amp breaker then no, you can’t do that. if it’s on a 15 amp breaker it’s fine. The breaker MUST be sized to the smallest size wire on the circuit.
Can You overload a 20 amp breaker with appliances?
Allowable Breaker Load. The National Electrical Code doesn’t limit the number of receptacles you can place on a 20-amp circuit, but you’ll overload the breaker if you run appliances that draw more current than the breaker can handle.
When can you change the size of a circuit breaker?
As long as the breaker is sized for the smallest portion of the circuit (with the excpetion of tap conductors ) you can change the size whenever you feel like it. Texasredhead; can you cite a code section that would dissallow the practice?