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When deciding the wire gauge for a residential application, there are only two things that matter, one being the amperage and the other is the distance.
Assuming a normal residential application we can probably ignore the distance, but you MUST know the amperage that the AC will be using.
If the AC does not list the amperage, just know that you can always refer back to the math that you learned in school.
A simple algebraic formula will help you figure out the amperage:
Amps * Volts = Watts
Since you already know the Volts (use 120 for calculation), you should be able to calculate the amperage that is used by the AC.
Up to about 12 Amps, use a 15 amp breaker and 14 AWG wire.
Up to about 16 Amps, use a 20 amp breaker and a 12 AWG wire.
Up to about 24 Amps, use a 30 amp breaker and a 10 AWG wire.
You should have a qualified electrical professional perform any wiring changes if you do not have an adequate circuit already available to the AC and need to modify the current wiring of your home.
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The above answer is correct except that you want to use 240v for the calculation and if you do not find watts on the AC nameplate you might find volt-amps. Substitute volt-amps for watts and do the math as described.
As always, if you are in doubt about what to do, the best advice anyone should give you is to call a licensed electrician to advise what work is needed.
Before you do any work yourself,
on electrical circuits, equipment or appliances,
always use a test meter to ensure the circuit is, in fact, de-energized.
IF YOU ARE NOT ALREADY SURE YOU CAN DO THIS JOB
SAFELY AND COMPETENTLY
REFER THIS WORK TO QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS.
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What type of wire to connect air conditioner to house?
The AC condensing unit needs two 24 volt low voltage control wires, the high voltage will be 220 - 230 volts and requires 3 wires , 2 hot legs and a ground. You can buy pre made whips as they are called cheaper than making one.
What size wire is needed for air condition unit 2.5 ton?
To answer this question the units amperage must be stated or calculated.
What size wire to run air handler which requires a 100 amp breaker?
If the run is less than 100' use 4 AWG copper.
How much voltage required for air conditioner?
The wire sizing of any equipment is related to the amperage that the equipment draws. Look on the air conditioner and restate the question and give the amps that the unit uses and at what voltage.
What is the electrical load for a five ton Air Conditioner?
12 kw
What is the recommended wire size for an air conditioner installation?
The recommended wire size for an air conditioner installation is typically 10-gauge wire.
What size wire do you need to run to an air conditioner that has a maximum breaker size of 40 amps and a minimum circuit size of 25.3 amps?
You would need to use a wire size that is rated for at least 40 amps to be safe and to meet the requirements of the air conditioner. A common wire size for this application would be 8 AWG copper wire, which is rated for 40 amps.
What type of wire should be used for an air conditioner installation: 10/2 or 10/3 wire?
For an air conditioner installation, 10/2 wire should be used.
You are hooking up a 220v air conditioner you were told to use 10-2 wire how do you hook this up?
10-2 wire refers to 10 gauge, 2 conductor wire. Youshould use wire that is 10 gauge or larger (8 gauge, 6 gauge, 4 gauge, 2 gauge). The larger the wire, the more it will cost. most people install using the smallest size permitted, which in this case is 10 gauge. The are specifying the wire size to ensure that you do not connect the air conditioner to electric power using wire that is two small. If you are having problems with this type of question, you should consult an licensed electrician for help in connecting your air conditioner.
What is the cable size for 7.5kw slit system air conditioner?
The wire is sized to the maximum overcurrent protection device (Max circuit breaker) ampacity. This is listed on the nameplate of the outdoor condensing unit. Size the wire to match the breaker.
Air conditioning filter?
Each air conditioner take a different size of filter. The air filter should be checked routinely and changed as needed.
What is the recommended room size for a 9000 BTU air conditioner?
The recommended room size for a 9000 BTU air conditioner is around 350 to 400 square feet.
How do you wire a home air conditioner?
If you have to ask this question, you should not be doing this job.
What size air conditioner should I choose for my room?
To determine the size of air conditioner you need for your room, measure the square footage of the room and use a sizing chart provided by the manufacturer. This will help you select an air conditioner that is the right capacity for your space.
What cable wire size for 1000 watts aircondition?
The only way to determine the cable wire size needed for a 1000 watt air conditioner is to find the load size. To get the load size you will need to use the formula Amps = Watts or Volts. With that being said, you will need a number 14 copper wire.
Why doesn't air conditioner clutch engage?
See if hot wire hot with switch on.
What is the HEIL air-conditioner model number ca5048qka1 tonnage?
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