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08-08-14, 09:02 PM
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Posted By mnmattmn

120/240 single phase is common, 120...

120/240 single phase is common, 120 split-phase/240 single phase is more accurate since it's either/both depending on how the neutral is used. :)
08-07-14, 01:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,195
Posted By mnmattmn

I'd say go with an external conduit like you...

I'd say go with an external conduit like you planned, the choice of conduit is asthetic based on your preferences.

As far as AFCI:
210.12 Arc-Fault Circuit-Interrupter Protection.
(A) Dwelling...
08-06-14, 11:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,970
Posted By mnmattmn

I think you are safer using the 2-prong adaptor...

I think you are safer using the 2-prong adaptor with a GFCI than using a non-GFCI outlet, the GFCI trips when there is a current imbalance between hot and neutral (i.e. a current path from the light...
08-05-14, 07:41 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,970
Posted By mnmattmn

Do ceiling receptacles require GFCI in a garage?

Do ceiling receptacles require GFCI in a garage?
08-04-14, 07:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,048
Posted By mnmattmn

What do you want to switch with this remote? Low...

What do you want to switch with this remote? Low voltage or high voltage?

Either way it looks like the bottom hole (next to the silver metallic twinkie shaped thing, aka crystal) is the negative...
07-30-14, 07:28 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 28,835
Posted By mnmattmn

Could be noise on the power lines feeding back to...

Could be noise on the power lines feeding back to the panel bus, do you have a panel surge protector? That would cut down a bit of the noise.

Do you see the flicker/dim if you use incandescent...
07-29-14, 07:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,187
Posted By mnmattmn

Digital volt meters are notorious for showing...

Digital volt meters are notorious for showing large voltages when there is no power on the lines, test the socket with a regular light bulb, if it really shows 60 volts the bulb will glow like it's...
07-29-14, 07:20 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,185
Posted By mnmattmn

The switch on the left is working correctly,...

The switch on the left is working correctly, right? If so then you are done with that one, then on the right you have a feeder wire that should be connected to the common screw on the 3-way...
07-29-14, 06:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,185
Posted By mnmattmn

If that's the case then you will need a 3-way...

If that's the case then you will need a 3-way switch to replace the old switch to get everything to work correctly, that will get you a step closer.
07-29-14, 06:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,185
Posted By mnmattmn

You said you could put the old switch in and get...

You said you could put the old switch in and get it to work?

Did the old switch have 3 screws or 2 screws on the sides (not including the green or silver ground screw on the top or bottom of the...
07-29-14, 06:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,100
Posted By mnmattmn

Haha, I was relating my bill after I came across...

Haha, I was relating my bill after I came across the same problem, but I only had a 100 Amp service--If you already have a 200A service all you would need to do is get permission from the power...
07-29-14, 05:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,185
Posted By mnmattmn

How was the old switch wired? With 2 wires or 3...

How was the old switch wired? With 2 wires or 3 wires?
07-29-14, 08:24 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,703
Posted By mnmattmn

GE makes a digital timer that does the same thing...

GE makes a digital timer that does the same thing but can be wired in place of a light switch, which eliminates the un-kosher method of back-feeding a branch with a plug-in device and pigtail cable....
07-29-14, 08:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,100
Posted By mnmattmn

Panels may be affordable, everything that goes...

Panels may be affordable, everything that goes along with it is not!! I just dropped $450 on 10 AFCIs (Square D QO). I'm guessing if you swap the panel to a larger one you might have to upgrade...
07-26-14, 07:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,266
Posted By mnmattmn

You got it tbone, no need for additional ground...

You got it tbone, no need for additional ground rod but separate ground lines and neutral lines in the sub panel by removing (or not adding) bonding screw and adding a separate ground bar to the...
07-25-14, 04:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,374
Posted By mnmattmn

Any other GFCI outlets in proximity?

Any other GFCI outlets in proximity?
07-24-14, 08:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,383
Posted By mnmattmn

Fair enough, but if the actual demand is truly...

Fair enough, but if the actual demand is truly 10s at a time with long durations in-between then even a liquid-cooled sealed heat sinking system is not going to have a chance to do anything of...
07-24-14, 07:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,873
Posted By mnmattmn

I am in the midst of a 200 amp service upgrade...

I am in the midst of a 200 amp service upgrade and have the exact same panel setup (main disconnect next to meter, sub-panel (former main panel) inside 25' away.)

I have 2" pvc conduit with 3 2/0...
07-24-14, 06:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,264
Posted By mnmattmn

If you're looking for high reliability and...

If you're looking for high reliability and efficiency then I love a current controlled power supply because the LED Vforward can actually change slightly from LED to LED and over temperature and the...
07-23-14, 01:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,494
Posted By mnmattmn

How many plug-in power tools/shop vacs do you...

How many plug-in power tools/shop vacs do you plan on using at a time? Any desire to have a welder or 220V appliances? Any A/C or Space Heaters?
07-23-14, 12:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,383
Posted By mnmattmn

No, heatsink is only needed if the component...

No, heatsink is only needed if the component cannot dissipate the heat it creates on it's own fast enough (i.e. at full capacity in a constant state).

Most regulators have internal thermal cut...
07-23-14, 11:30 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,264
Posted By mnmattmn

If these LEDs are individual LEDs then you need...

If these LEDs are individual LEDs then you need to choose a drive current and limit them accordingly by wiring them in series and using resistors, etc. If they have supporting circuits or internal...
07-22-14, 09:15 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,573
Posted By mnmattmn

Can you alternate the batteries? NiCad and NiMH...

Can you alternate the batteries? NiCad and NiMH batteries like to be fully cycled and do not handle short usage and constant charging well, If you can charge one set and use the other until it is...
07-21-14, 08:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,383
Posted By mnmattmn

The motor is really the compnent that determines...

The motor is really the compnent that determines what type of circuit you need, how will you turn on and off the motor when you need to use it? Motors, like fan motors, are typically rated for...
07-21-14, 07:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,631
Posted By mnmattmn

Unfortunately dropping the voltage won't help the...

Unfortunately dropping the voltage won't help the motor to strike, the motor needs a less sensitive power supply that can source the inrush current (the motor wants like 2 amps at 12v for a few...
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