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Fuses or breakers?

Started by Chaz, May 19, 2008, 08:04:48 AM

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Melbo

Chaz the way I did it was to install 5 or 10 amp breakers on every circuit and then upgrade the circuits that  would trip breakers and be sure the wire was the right size. My electric chairs use a lot of power but not over fifteen amps. Just the way I did it.  Be sure the wire is rated for the circuit by length and size.

Melbo
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Chaz

Thanx Melbo. That is probably how I will do it as I'm not sure how to compute it.
On the 24v LED lighting - it's my GUESS - that I can get away with 5 amp breakers/fuses. The 12 volt stuff I'll just have to read on the equiptment or figure out what I need.
  Thanx,
     Chaz
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JackConrad

In addition to selecting a fuse/circuit breaker for an appliance, make sure fuse/circuit breaker does not exceed wire capacity. I think the proper numbers are 15 amp for 14 gauge, 20 amp for 12 gauge and 30 amp for 10 gauge.  Length of run also is a factor.  Maybe someone will post a chart?  Jack
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Chaz

Thanx Jack.
I'll sue that as a guide and just overkill it a bit. I'd think that would be close. I'm trying to use a little oversize wire when I can.
    Chaz
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