mcc1229
Piedmont NC
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I have a lot on the lake. I need to install a 50amp weatherproof plug for my motor coach.
I will run the wire underground for about 24 feet from my service pole. What type and gauge wire should I use?
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Kenneth
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Either THWN individual wires in conduit or Romex UF cable (conduit optional, recommended if rocky), #6 gauge, 3-wire plus ground.
The receptacle you need is the NEMA 14-50R.
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CaBoy
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Kenneth wrote:Either THWN individual wires in conduit or Romex UF cable (conduit optional, recommended if rocky), #6 gauge, 3-wire plus ground.
The receptacle you need is the NEMA 14-50R.
I think Kenneth is right on, would just add to use #6 copper, not sure aluminum has enough ampacity, sorry my books are at work.
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Hurricaner
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If it is in conduit you can use #8 THHN with a #10 ground.
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