[cotes17]

Just a question for you guys, I don't do much resi so I'm not too sure. A homeowner is looking at a new induction range and on the site of the range, the specs say range amperage - 52.5A then under that, it says minimum circuit size - 40A. Should I run a 50A circuit with #6 to be safe or do you think a 40A cct would be good?

Thanks in advance

 

[Kiknads]

#8 is good for 50a

 

[dawgs]

#8 is good for 50a

Not aluminum at 60 degree table.

 

[Mich drew]

Run a #6 aluminum and you're good.

 

[sparky402]

Run a #6 aluminum and you're good.

Most ranges ive seen say not to run al. Copper only.

 

[Going_Commando]

Most ranges ive seen say not to run al. Copper only.

Most range receptacles I've seen are al/cu rated.

 

[BBQ]

Most ranges ive seen say not to run al. Copper only.

How far back do you think that applies?:blink:

 

[DIYer4Life]

How far back do you think that applies?:blink:

The windings on the generators at the power plant.

 

[sparky402]

How far back do you think that applies?:blink:

It might just be a city code of ours. I will have to check it out. We can only run al to a disconnect or sub panel from the main panel though.

 

[cotes17]

Do you think I should run a 50 or 40 amp circuit there? It says min 40A on the spec but I'd hate for it to start tripping for some reason

 

[Speedy Petey]

Most ranges ive seen say not to run al. Copper only.

Never seen this in my life.

 

[FrunkSlammer]

Never read an instruction in my life.

I run #8 for range.

 

[Speedy Petey]

#8 is good for 50a

In the US only #8cu (THHN) in conduit, or MC cable, in general is good for 50A.
#8NM is good for 40A.

 

[FrunkSlammer]

 

[five.five-six]

The windings on the generators at the power plant.

Ah, but this house runs on solar....

 

[sparky402]

Never read an instruction in my life. I run #8 for range.

What size breaker

 

[Chrisibew440]

#8 is good for 50a

Not a continuous load either.

 

[daveEM]

Should I run a 50A circuit with #6 to be safe or

Thanks in advance

I probably would.

 

[FrunkSlammer]

What size breaker

Hey woah woah.. ask your journeyman! I can't be giving away all my trade secrets that took years to figure out. :laughing:

 

[pudge565]

Tie the microwave into the stove circuit. The stove circuit is 240 volts. That is what you need to operate your microwave correctly. I bet that your hot dogs are taking too long to cook in the microwave, aren't they.


Problem solved, next question please!