What Size Wire 30amp
I would like to put a 30 amp RV plug on my garage. The service pole is about 80 feet from the garage. I was wondering was size wire I will need to support 30 amp service.
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Westcoasting wrote:dodge guy wrote:Westcoasting wrote:
I would use #8 aluminum and save a few bucks over #10 copper.
Aluminum wire has had expansion/contraction issues in the past. there have been reports of loose connections due to it. and even some fires from loose connections that build up heat. I have aluminum in my house and I need to check the connections regularly for tightness.
Best stick to copper.
You need to call in a registered electrician immediately! Your home is in danger and connections are all wrong. Please do not disregard this, aluminum wiring requires special connections and procedures. If you have been having loose connections there certainly is trouble.
It was only loose once before I moved in. and I revised my post saying the service coming in is aluminum. I check it yearly and have not found it loose since I`ve lived hear for almost 20 years!
