what guage??

11-19-2004, 06:36 PM	#1
Unregistered Guest   Posts: n/a	what guage?? What guage wire for a fifty amp circuit 110 feet away from the pannel?

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11-19-2004, 09:41 PM	#2
Unregistered Guest   Posts: n/a	what guage?? http://www.stealth316.com/2-wire-resistance.htm

11-19-2004, 10:35 PM	#3
Hammertime Member   Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Clifton, New Jersey Posts: 41	what guage?? Quote: Originally Posted by Unregistered What guage wire for a fifty amp circuit 110 feet away from the pannel? #6 wire is 50 amp wire. I believe it should be fine for the distance with a minimal voltage drop. Should only be a few volts.

11-21-2004, 08:55 PM	#4
Unregistered Guest   Posts: n/a	what guage?? That would depend upon the insulation type, ambient temperature and location of cable or raceway, and the system voltage.