I need to run a 50amp circuit about 50 or 60 feet.
A calculator on the web says that 55' of 50amp circuit would require 10#
wire. Does that sound right? Anyone know what the code states?
Here is the calc...
http://www.elec-toolbox.com/calculators/voltdrop.htm
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