In a message dated 99-10-18 01:03:25 EDT, ve6yc@home.com writes:
> Sorry Steve but I will disagree with you on this.
> Most overhead services to homes are "Triplex" two hot legs and
> the neutral. The neutral is bare aluminum with a steel core.
> Usually 2 #4s and one #6 for a common house service.
> Good for 200 amps at 240/120.
But aren't the two hot legs wrapped around the neutral and the neutral
also acts as the messenger wire that is connected to the pole and your entry?
I guess it's the neutral AND the messenger wire.
Cheers, Steve K7LXC
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