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Post subject: #6 or #8 wiring  Posted: Sat Jun 11, 2005 11:28 pm |
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I am in the process of doing the pre-wiring for a LeisureBay spa. I've read over several forums and many mention running #6 wire however the electrician says I can use #8. I will be wiring into my main outside panel to a disconnect box 75ft away. The spa has two motors and a 4kw heater. Which wire should I use?
Thanks Rick
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jeffz
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Post subject: Posted: Sun Jun 12, 2005 12:58 pm |
Joined: Thu Jun 09, 2005 2:51 pm
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Location: Tucson, AZ
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Hi, What will you total amp load be? What voltage, 208 or 240? What kind of wire, copper or aluminum?
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Servicing spas and hot-tubs can be DANGEROUS! If you do not know what you are doing, then please, do not attempt to use the information contained in this message, call a Spa Service Company to service your spa!
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Post subject: Posted: Sun Jun 12, 2005 1:21 pm |
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240v using copper wire on a 50amp breaker in the main with a 50a GFCI in the disconnect box
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Post subject: Posted: Sun Jun 12, 2005 1:34 pm |
Joined: Thu Jun 09, 2005 2:51 pm
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240v, copper wire, 50-amp circuit, 75' run one way, #8 wire is the minimum and is within the National Electric Code (NEC). If you can fit it in the conduit, and the cost is reasonable, you could use the #6 wire, it is an extra insurance.
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Jeff
Servicing spas and hot-tubs can be DANGEROUS! If you do not know what you are doing, then please, do not attempt to use the information contained in this message, call a Spa Service Company to service your spa!
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