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Yes. #8 is a oversized by one size but it's total ok. You can always oversize on electric wire but never undersize.
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Can you use 14-3 wire on a 20amp breaker?
No. A 20 amp breaker needs 12 gauge wire.
Is it safe to use 10 gauge wire on a 20 amp breaker for a microwave?
No, 10 gauge wire requires the use of a 30 amp breaker. A 20 amp breaker is only used on 12 gauge wire.
What gauge wire to use for dishwasher?
A domestic D/W uses 14 gauge wire.
What gauge wire should be used with a 60amp circuit breaker?
Use AWG # 6 wire.
What is the maximum breaker size for these gauges wire?
You listed no gauge wire. This is the required breakers.14 gauge - 15 amp12 gauge - 20 amp10 gauge - 30 amp8 gauge - 40 amp
What Size breaker for 6 gauge wire?
You need a 60 amp breaker.
Can you use 14-3 wire on a 20amp breaker?
No. A 20 amp breaker needs 12 gauge wire.
Is it safe to use 10 gauge wire on a 20 amp breaker for a microwave?
No, 10 gauge wire requires the use of a 30 amp breaker. A 20 amp breaker is only used on 12 gauge wire.
What gauge wire to use for dishwasher?
A domestic D/W uses 14 gauge wire.
What gauge wire should be used with a 60amp circuit breaker?
Use AWG # 6 wire.
What gauge wire is used on a 20 amp breaker?
AWG 12.
What gauge wire should be used with a 50amp breaker?
10 guage.
14 gauge wire can be on what size circuit breaker?
15 amps
What is the maximum breaker size for these gauges wire?
You listed no gauge wire. This is the required breakers.14 gauge - 15 amp12 gauge - 20 amp10 gauge - 30 amp8 gauge - 40 amp
What size main breaker do you need to run 10 gauge wire?
The size of the main breaker depends on the maximum current rating of the 10 gauge wire and the load it will be powering. Typically, a 10 gauge wire is rated for a maximum current of 30 amps. Therefore, a 30 amp main breaker would be suitable for running 10 gauge wire. However, it is important to consult local electrical codes and consider the specific load requirements before making a final determination.
What number wire gauge for a single pole light switch?
In residential wiring applications the most used is 14 gauge wire for light switches as long as the circuit breaker or the fuse is 15A. If your lighting circuit is on a 20A fuse/circuit breaker then you need to use 12 gauge wire
What gauge wire used for a fifteen amp breaker?
AWG # 14 copper.
