The breaker is for circuit protection. The Alpha has it's own protection in
the form of dual 20A fuses and other internal devices.
73, Keith NM5G
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From: Gudguyham@aol.com [mailto:Gudguyham@aol.com]
Sent: Thursday, October 20, 2005 8:02 AM
To: kdutson@sbcglobal.net; amps@contesting.com
Subject: Re: [Amps] AC wiring
In a message dated 10/19/2005 6:51:53 P.M. Eastern Standard Time,
kdutson@sbcglobal.net writes:
I agree with you Tony. I ran a new 240 VAC circuit for my Alpha which
specifies 20A. I used 10 AWG for the run to ensure least voltage drop over
the 100 foot path from the mains panel and put it on a 30A breaker. I think
the difference in cost from 14 AWG wire and 20A breaker was less than $5.
This was back in 1995, so the cost difference is likely a bit higher now
with increased cost of copper.
It might be prudent to change the 30A breaker to a 20A breaker. In some
cases, a CB will trip before internal protection. In case of a fault, you
don't want to fry you nice Alpha amp. The #10 wire is fine and needed for a
long run like 100 feet. Good choice.
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