Could 8 Gauge Wire Instead of 10 Gauge Wire be Ran to 30 Amp RV Socket
Published 10/31/2019
Question:
Hello, do you know if 8/2 wire from my electrical panel instead of 10/2 wire not from the twist lock side male end can be connected to the unit
asked by: Michael B
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Expert Reply:
Normally 10 gauge wire is used when wiring a 30 amp socket like the Epicord 30 Amp Twist Lock Power Inlet # 277-000137 but if you went with heavier 8 gauge wire it would work fine. Going thinner would be an issue though since it wouldn't be able to carry all of the amperage.
expert reply by:
Jameson C
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