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What needs a 30 amp breaker?

Double-pole breaker The 15-amp and 20-amp breakers often handle baseboard heaters, 30-amp serve water heaters and electric dryers, 40- and 50-amp are for electric ranges, and the 70-amp could serve a large air conditioner or a subpanel.

What are 30 amp outlets used for?

Typically, a 30-amp breaker is designed for heavy-duty appliances like HVACs and water heating systems.

Can 12 2 Romex handle 30 amps?

No. 12 gauge wire is rated for a maximum of 20 amps. You need a minimum of 10AWG wire for 30 amps.

Is 30 amps enough for a house?

It also applies if you use it for your home. However, a modern home with central air-conditioning and electric heat will typically need about 150-200 amps. Imagine that there’s a sudden power outage in your area. A 30 amp generator will only be enough to power some appliances in your home.

How many things can you run on 30 amps?

A 30-amp RV system uses 120 volts. Multiply 120 volts by 30 amps and we get a maximum allotment of 3600 watts. What does that mean? It means that all devices plugged in and running cannot exceed 3600 watts?

How many amps do I need for a 30 amp compressor?

Zappa, they could get away with #10 on a 30 amp circuit, unless the compressor warrants the need for 30 to 40 amps just for it, then it should just be a 60 amp circuit.

Can I put a 100 amp service in an outbuilding?

Some places will also question why you want to put in 100 amp service in a outbuilding, and in turn, your property taxes go up and assessment changes, due to they think that you are running a business in it.

Do I need a 100 amp for a small garage?

No need to go with a 100 amp for just a garage, unless they are running a full blown office out there, or conditioning the space for heat & air, due to they have a restored car in museum condition. Click to expand… True…true. But then then you have lazy type folk like me who can’t stand to do the same work twice.

How many amps do I need for a 220V power supply?

For a few lights, some 120 volt outlets, and a 220v compressor, you can get by with a 30 amp service, 60 if you plan on putting in a welder. 220v compressors are more efficient, but most will do fine on a 20 amp circuit, with the exception of the commercial large heavy duty high pressure ones, and that is a different story.