![]() Still not sure which wire size is correct for your hot tub? Let’s look at all the available wire sizes for your hot tub so you can pick the correct one for your home. Whether you choose a 50 or 60-amp wire, you should look for either a 4-gauge or 6-gauge, as these work best and are unlikely to suffer from problems like overheating. Most hot tubs require a 50-amp wire, but some require a 60-amp wire, so check your owner’s manual before you head to the store. Getting the correct wire size for your specific hot tub will help to guarantee they can withstand the flowing current and keep your hot tub running efficiently. ![]() 600V class is max for our med voltage stuff.Hot tubs will require new wires or wire repairs throughout their lifespan. Hell, I would push beyond that if I could get wire reasonable. Now.if it were me? I'd be keeping my eyes peeled for some transformers and crank that wire up to 480V. Only other solution is a genset at that location. I think the OP will just have to indicate more in the way of expectations. I mean that is even high for the ""220V group"" around here.Ĭamper systems deal with all sorts of craptastic power. ![]() Is the Vdrop a touch high? Yes, but not alarming. I like to look at that LRA close because that can help me determine how well will start. I think I did testing on one that was 120V/15A, and I think 75A inrush. I am not sure where the discrepancy is in Vdrop but per the NEC cable resistance values, my numbers are a bit less than Harper.Ī camper AC is not going to pull 50A. It's a pavilion and likely not even consistent use. However, I will have to disagree with Harper here. I guess the OP needs to provide WAY more information. Hey OP, do you really need to do this this year? Coz man. That's awfully high for alumin- (checks the latest wire prices) holy smoke! What happened? If you want to let your mouse do the walking, that will suck because most trade is NOT online and online prices do not reflect reality in face to face trading. So I would lay conduit for 4/0 and then "think flexible" when actually talking to electrical supply houses about sourcing this wire. At more realistic draw, 2.02%.īut it can be a lot about pricing, for instance 3/0 is a bit of an odd duck and may be harder to find, and thus more costly. At more realistic 50% draw, figure 2.5%.Ģ/0 aluminum: maxed out, 4.05% drop. Canada's minimum is 3.75% at breaker trip, and my comfort zone goes as high as 5%.ġ/0 aluminum: with everything absolutely maxed out, voltage drop will be 5.00%. Note that voltage drop is proportional to current usage, and 3% is considered good. ![]() Unfortunately in your case, because of the long distance, 2-2-2-4 will cause too much voltage drop. Aluminum is safe at these large sizes, and we make a quantum leap downward in price, and 2-2-2-4 is a commodity due to its very common usage for mobile home feeder. Now honestly, my knee jerk answer for any feeder 40A or above is 2-2-2-4 aluminum. Let's give the shed another 10A and call the whole shebang 60A. OK, you need to provision that RV outlet for 12,000 VA (50 amps). ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |