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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The Electricians used 8/3 but it usually comes in longer lengths 40 amp three strand. 125 ft roll should be about 125.00
6/3 55 amp three wire shouldn't be much more, and well I just always though too much is just about enough. :)
I wasn't thinking about amperages correctly.
Definately use the 6/3. 55 amp then you have the run. It is multi strand as both are and will carry the max load well.
Might as well, maybe, put in 50 amp service. The box is about the same price.
Hundred amp total max load use 4/3 wire. Two breakers in the house or separate panel. go with separate panel add another 100.00 but you're now cooking with gas so to speak.
Shouldn't be more than 20 bucks more.
Forget the 8/3 wire altogether.Or just use the 4/3 wire for now and conver to 50 amp when you want to.
6/3 55 amp three wire shouldn't be much more, and well I just always though too much is just about enough. :)
I wasn't thinking about amperages correctly.
Definately use the 6/3. 55 amp then you have the run. It is multi strand as both are and will carry the max load well.
Might as well, maybe, put in 50 amp service. The box is about the same price.
Hundred amp total max load use 4/3 wire. Two breakers in the house or separate panel. go with separate panel add another 100.00 but you're now cooking with gas so to speak.
Shouldn't be more than 20 bucks more.
Forget the 8/3 wire altogether.Or just use the 4/3 wire for now and conver to 50 amp when you want to.
