Question on wire size for 30a
I need to install a 30a RV outlet on the side of our house for our trailer. I need to go about 60 feet from the panel. Would 10/2 Romex be sufficient, or should I go bigger?
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gbopp wrote:MEXICOWANDERER wrote:
Lots of factors involved.
Penny-wise, dollar idiocy. I don't have enough money to chase nickels with dollars.
Well said! What gauge wire would you use?
At a minimum, since it's so close to max of 50 feet or more, I would run THHN 8 gauge. 8 gauge Romex is only rated 40 amps, due to the plastic thermal jacket it's molded into, that makes it only easier to pull, retaining too much heat.
