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02-04-02, 10:08 AM

bigjoe

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Can I use #8 wire on a 50 amp circuit for a new electric range? I would need about 50 feet of wire.

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02-04-02, 10:51 AM

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#8 is good for 40 amps.
#6 is good for 55 amps

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