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If you are changing the element just cut the wire ends off and install new wire ends. The new element should have new screws with it. you will need a crimping tool to install the new terminal wire ends.

The wire size needed for a 180' run depends on the voltage, current, and type of installation. It is recommended to consult the National Electrical Code (NEC) and a professional electrician to determine the appropriate wire size to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.

To calculate the capacitance needed, you need to determine the current draw of the amplifiers and subwoofers at full power. Then, use the formula C = (I * t) / V, where C is capacitance, I is current draw, t is time in seconds, and V is voltage. Without this information, an accurate calculation cannot be made.

It's very small - around 1 amp. When turned off (or on standby) the wattage is almost zero.

A 20-ampere branch circuit should not serve a single appliance with a rating greater than 16 amperes. An allowance of 125% of the appliance's rated current is made to ensure the circuit can handle start-up surges and ensure safety.

Absolutely not. A 60 amp whole house service is totally insufficient to power todays home, especially a 2800 square foot house. The NEC (National Electric Code) requires a minimum of 100 amp electrical service to any single family residence.

Conduit fill refers to the amount of space inside a conduit that is occupied by the cables or wires running through it. It is important to adhere to conduit fill requirements to ensure proper installation, avoid overheating, and maintain compliance with electrical codes and standards. Calculating conduit fill helps determine the appropriate size of conduit needed for a specific electrical installation.

10,000uA is equivalent to 10mA (milli amperes), which is equal to .01 Amperes. Micro is 10 ^ -6, or 1/1,000,000

A 750 MCM wire with an insulation factor of 90 degrees C is rated at 500 amps. De rated to 80% will allow 400 amps on the wire. A 900 MCM wire with an insulation factor of 75 degrees C is rated at 520 amps. A 1500 MCM wire with an insulation factor of 60 degrees C is rated at 520 amps. Parallel 250 MCM will give you the same usage. A 250 MCM wire with an insulation factor of 75 or 90 degrees C are rated at 255 and 265 respectively. 255 x 2 = 510 x 80% = 408 amps. 265 x 2 = 530 x 80% = 424 amps.

A double 15 amp breaker in residential wiring is typically used to supply power to large appliances like electric stoves, dryers, or air conditioning units. The double breaker allows for a 240-volt circuit to be created by using two 120-volt circuits together.

To bridge a Sony Xplod 1000 watt amp, you will need to ensure it is capable of being bridged (most amps have a bridge mode). Then, take the positive output from one channel and connect it to the positive terminal of the speaker, and the negative output from the other channel to the negative terminal of the speaker. Finally, adjust the gain and crossover settings accordingly for optimal performance.

I'm assuming this is standard residential single phase. Simple calculation as noted below:

Watts / Volts = Amps

So: 200 Watts / 120 Volts = 1.666~ Amps

If you needed to calculate for a 220 volt run with the same 200 Watts

200 Watts / 220 Volts = 0.909~ Amps

Remember 80% load per circuit breaker so a 15 amp breaker you should only load to 12 amps or less. Using Watt / Volts = Amps is the same as Amps x Volts = Watts.

15 Amps X .8 (80%) = 12 Amps max per circuit (for a 15 amp breaker/fuse)

So 12 Amps x 120 Volts = 1440 Watts max for a 15 amp circuit (typical 14 gauge wire)

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If a 20 amp circuit and 12 gauge wire (smaller gauge = larger dia wire).

20 Amps X .8 (80%) = 16 Amps max per circuit

So 16 Amps x 120 Volts = 1920 Watts max for a 20 amp circuit (typical 12 gauge wire)

There are two things here to keep in mind. If you are trying to add more conductors to an existing conduit run use the cross sectional area of the conduit to see if more wires can be fitted. The second thing that's relates to length is the voltage drop at the load. To size the conduit work backwards from the load amperage to size the wires. If a long distance is involved a voltage drop calculation will be needed. Then select the conduit size to accommodate the wires recommended for that load amperage. The length of conduit run is not brought into the equation on de rating wire size it is always about keeping the voltage up at the load end of the run by increasing the wire size and selecting the proper conduit size for that wire.

No, the utility company wants nothing but the service wires in the service stack. Another weather head can be installed to accept your cable and telephone service positioned adjacent to the service stack. If underground service a separate conduit to the comunications pull box will be needed.

To wire a drum switch, you need to identify the terminals on the switch and connect the power source to the appropriate terminals. You also need to connect the load (motor or other device) to the appropriate terminals on the switch. It's important to follow the wiring diagram provided with the drum switch to ensure proper connection and operation. If you are uncertain, seeking the help of a professional electrician is recommended.

depends entirely on amperage, or current. if it is for a thermostat it can be very small like 20-24 awg maybe even 30. 20 awg will be more than adequate for most hvac controls, if it is a 24v automotive system that's a whole nother story

The formula you are looking for is Watts = Amps x Volts.

An 8 Amp hr battery would last approximately 106.67 hours with a 75mA current draw. This is calculated by dividing the battery capacity (in Amp hours) by the current draw (in mA) and converting the result to hours.

You can, but over time the aluminum wire has a bad habit of deforming and causing a loose connection. This can eventually cause arcing and may become a shock and fire hazard.

You can only attach aluminum wiring to a receptacle that is marked AL/CU.

In mechanical calculations, 1 horsepower (hp) is equivalent to approximately 745.7 watts. This conversion factor is commonly used to calculate power output in different units.

Without knowing the voltage, I can not tell you how many amps a 60 watt light uses.

If you have a 12 volt system in a car, then a 60 watt light will pull 5 amps.

If you have a 120 volt system in a house, then a 60 watt light will pull 1/2 amp.

If you have a 240 volt system in an industrial building, then a 60 watt light will pull 1/4 amp.

Total power output (Total RMS output): 1000 watts

The wire connects to the lightning rod located on the highest elevation of the church. If the church takes a hit from lightning, the wire makes for an easy low resistance path to ground with minimal damage to the building structure.

The National Electrical Code (NEC) does not specify a minimum wire size for running wires in parallel. However, it is recommended to use wire sizes that are appropriate for the current load and to follow industry standards and best practices. Typically, wire sizes are chosen based on the current-carrying capacity needed for the circuit.