wire size on the motors

01-03-2007, 18:54

edthegeek

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wire size on the motors

The wire on the CIM motors is 14 guage, but regulations require 12 guage wire for anything connected to a 40 amp breaker? What should I do if I want to use these motors on a 40 amp breaker? Currently I'm just connecting the wire that came with the motors to the victor.

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