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Can you convert nm8 2 wire to nm8 3 wire?

ONLY if you can run a single wire along side the 2-wires. If not, running a 3rd by itself will cause the magnetic field of the wire to overheat (when they're run together, the magnetic fields cancel each other out). Short answer: Probably not. You cannot run a separte wire all by itself if the 8-2 is in a cable assembly. It isn't allowed by code. Technically you could run 8-2 cable, and then a separate #8 within a conduit, overheating will not occur and the wires do not cancell each other out when considering magnetic fields. It is however true that Phase A and Phase B have completely opposite magnetic fields, but overheating still occurs, this is why wires are derated when they are all run in the same conduit.


How many wires come in from the weather head?

If single phase - 2 wire service > two wires If single phase - 3 wire service > three wires If three phase - 3 wire service > three wires If three phase - 4 wire service > four wires US residential service is usually single phase 3 wire service: Two hots and neutral.


How do you convert a 4 wire water well pump to a 2 wire?

It sounds like you have a three phase motor that you are trying to put in where you have a single phase 120volt motor. You can purchase a three phase inverter, but the cost will exceed the cost of the new motor sized for the right wiring and voltage.


What cable for 150 amp Service Entrance Cable?

For a 150 amp service entrance cable, you would typically use 2/0 AWG (American Wire Gauge) copper or 4/0 AWG aluminum cable. This size provides the necessary capacity to handle the electrical load of a 150 amp service. It's recommended to consult with a licensed electrician for specific guidance based on your local electrical code requirements.


What wire size should you use for a 80 amp electric box?

A #14 copper conductor is rated at 15 amps.

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Explain the comparison between dc 2 wire system and ac single phase 2 wire system and ac 3 phase 3 wire system and ac 3 phase 4 wire system?

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What can a 6 wire firewire cable do that a 4 wire firewire can't do?

The 6 wire FireWire 400 cable includes 2 wires that supply 30VDC power to the device that are left out in the 4 wire cable to permit use of a smaller connector.


How do you hook up a 3 phase water heater to a 3 wires 1 white 1 black 1 bare copper ground?

In order to answer your question, firstly, we have to accurately establish your supply.Is it 2 phase or 2 wire?2 phase is two active conductors, i.e. 2 live wires with reference to neutral or ground2 wire is single phase, an active and a neutral conductor.2 phase supply is uncommon.Single phase (2 wire) is the more common supply and for installations with large loads three phase, or, more appropriately 3 phase and neutral (4 wire) is used.Please confirm your supply so that a detailed answer can be provided.


What wire size for 100 amp single phase 3 wire commercial service?

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What is the difference between 2 core and 3 core wire?

A two core cable is used where an earth is not required. A three core cable is used where an earth is requred. Specialised three core cables are available for 3 phase and two-way switching applications.


If you were going to connect 2 pcs together in a simple network using the network ports on each PC what type of cable would you use?

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What is triad cable?

paired cable contains 2 conductors and a cable containing 3 conductors is called a triad.Used for 3 wire transmitters.


Who manufacturers Capex 12 2 nm b Cable?

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What would happen if you connected 2 laptops together?

you can network two laptops if you use a crossover network cable.