I just obtained a 2nd Alpha and thought about using the same 10AWG run for
both. Then the fog in my brain cleared and I decided to pull another
circuit for it.
73, Keith NM5G
-----Original Message-----
From: amps-bounces@contesting.com [mailto:amps-bounces@contesting.com] On
Behalf Of Paul Christensen
Sent: Thursday, October 20, 2005 8:37 AM
To: Gudguyham@aol.com; Amps Amps
Subject: Re: [Amps] AC wiring
> 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...
10AWG is probably the minimum I would use for a new electrical installation.
A few years ago, I ran 4-pole 240VAC with #10 over a 60-foot run for use
with my Alpha amps. At 1500W, the line voltage sag is okay but not great.
If I had to do it over again, I would probably double the wire size, then
meditate real hard before wrestling with the wire pull. But I think the
results would be worth the extra pain.
Paul, W9AC
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