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Yes, you can use a 20 amp fuse with 14-gauge wire, as 14-gauge wire is typically rated for up to 15 amps for power transmission in most residential applications. However, using a 20 amp fuse may not provide adequate protection against overcurrent conditions, potentially risking overheating and fire hazards. It's essential to follow the National Electrical Code (NEC) and consult local regulations to ensure safety and compliance. In general, it's better to match the fuse rating with the wire gauge for proper protection.
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What size fuse can you replace a 750 mA fuse with?
Another 750 mA fuse. 750 mA is equal to .75 amps. The max I would put in is a 1 amp fuse and I would want to replace it soon with the proper one.
Can you put a 15 amp fuse in an electric fire plug?
I would say no as it could blow and if majorly can damage the plug and can be expensive to repair
240v nema6-50r outlet wired with 6 gauge wire and 50 amp breaker you need to run a heater with a nema 6-30p can you simply put a 30 amp receptical in place of the 50 amp receptical?
Not legally because the rating of the 30 amp receptacle would have a 50 amp breaker ahead of it. If you reduced the feed breaker to 30 amps and still use the #6 wire, this would be within the electrical code rules.
Can you put 3-15 amp 2- 20 amp 2- 30 amp and 1-60 amp breakers on a 100 amp service?
Yes, the assumption is that when house circuitry is layed out not all appliances will be on at the same time. If for some strange reason they were all loaded up the main breaker would trip. Just keep in mind that the main purpose of all breakers is to protect the wire that is connected to it. Secondally to remove any short circuits that might occur on these wires.
How many lights can you put on 12 gage wire?
The number of lights you can safely put on 12-gauge wire depends on the total wattage of the lights and the circuit's amperage capacity. A typical 12-gauge wire can handle up to 20 amps, which translates to about 2400 watts on a 120-volt circuit. If each light uses, for example, 60 watts, you could theoretically connect up to 40 lights, but it’s essential to consider the total load and local electrical codes to ensure safety and avoid overloading the circuit.
Can a 30 amp fuse replace a 20 amp fuse?
NO!!!! The fuse is your safety device. Never replace a smaller fuse with a larger fuse.Another answerPeople who have done that in the past have burned down their homes. Changing from a 20 amp to 30 amp fuse puts 50% more current through the wire, overheats the wire and can result in fire. Don't do it. As the above post explains, the fuse is your safety device.To Ad:The above answers are dead on. Remember the fuse protects the wiring from overheating and catching on fire. A 20 amp fuse is used on 12 gage wire and a 30 amp fuse is used on 10 gage wire which is must larger. Never mix them up.To Ad: actually if you people wouldve took some kind of electical class its better to put a bigger fuse.. you just do not need to double the size.. if you got a 20 put a 30 in it it want blow.. if you put a 40 then you will have problems...
Is it a safety hazard to replace a 3 amp fuse with a 5 amp fuse?
Yes. You put a bigger fuse and you will melt the wire and cause a fire hazard.
Can you put a 25 amp fuse in a 50 amp maxi fuse holder?
Install the fuse that is required for the circuit.
What color wire is the remote wire when using an amp with a factory radio in a 2004 ford f150?
instead of hooking up your amps remote wire to your CD player, i would run the wire to your fuse box and wrap the striped wire around a fuse for something like the windshield wipers or acc or something that turns on when you want your amp on. and then put the fuse back in and then it's the same as plugging it into your CD player, except not as much work
1992 Pontiac transport blows the IGN 15 amp fuse only after put into drive but not while idling?
You probably have a loose wire and when you put it in gear the engine tilts and comes in contact with your loose wire
In the UK can you put a 5 amp fuse in a 3 amp plug?
In the UK, you cannot put a 5 amp fuse in a 3 amp plug. The general rule of thumb is that you should use like for like.
How do you connect remote wire to amp into Pontiac grand am stock stereo?
The remote wire requires a 12 volt power source that comes on with the car. The easiest thing to do is to wire it into the fuse box...coordinate with the diagram to find a fuse that comes on when you start the car or turn the key to accessory, such as turn signals, windshield wipers, etc.... Pull that fuse out, put the bare wire into where the fuse goes and secure it with the fuse.
How do you add an amp to stock silverado stereo?
you will need to buy a line converter. the line converter take the output to the speakers and turns into a rca signal. from there you connect that signal to amp. you will want to run the remote wire to the amp from a 12v source inside the cab. probably from the fuse box at either the radio fuse or accessory fuse. if you use the accessory fuse you will want to put a switch in the wire so you dont drain the battery down on accident. hope this helps/
What amp fuse should you put on the ignition of your f-150 1989?
20 amp
How do you change from 15 amp fuse to 20 amp fuse?
The only way you can change a 15 amp to a 20 is you have to replace the 14 gauge wire going to it with a 12 gauge wire, then replace the 15 amp breaker with a 20 amp breaker. You can put a 15 amp outlet on a 20 amp circuit as long as there is more then one receptacle. A double receptacle counts as two receptacles. Steve Green Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
How does circuit breaker or fuse protect the house from fire?
The fuse is matched to the size wire in the circuit the breaker/fuse it is protecting. For instance, a 20 amp breaker/fuse is used in combination with AWG 12/2 wire. A 15 amp breaker/fuse would be used with AWG 14/2 wire. If there is too much current flow in the circuit caused by either overloading the circuit or by a short in the wires the wiring would overheat and catch fire if not for the breaker/fuse. The breaker/fuse is designed to detect this and to trip or blow and shut off all power flowing to that circuit and prevent a fire. This is why you should never install the wrong size fuse. Put a 20 amp fuse on a 15 amp circuit and it would not protect the circuit as it should.
Can you put a 30 amp fuse in a 10 amp slot?
Not a good thing to do! If you are blowing 10 amp fuses, you have a problem with that circuit. Putting a 30 amp fuse in its place can do more damage.
