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10 gauge wire is the correct gauge for a 30 amp circuit.

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The length of wire-run should also be factored-in when deciding the correct wire size.

To get the right answers refer to the Wiring Codes or Regulations for your locality. (Town/State.)

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As always, if you are in doubt about what to do, the best advice anyone should give you is to call a licensed electrician to advise what work is needed.

Before you do any work yourself,

on electrical circuits, equipment or appliances,

always use a test meter to ensure the circuit is, in fact, de-energized.

IF YOU ARE NOT ALREADY SURE YOU CAN DO THIS JOB

SAFELY AND COMPETENTLY

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A #10 wire with an insulation factor of 60,75 or 90 degrees C is rated at 30 amps respectively.

according to the nec code book at an ambient temperature of 30 degrees Celsius (86 degrees Fahrenheit) then a #10 wire will carry 30 amps. However, if the ambient temperature reaches over 86 degrees Fahrenheit, then the amperage of the wire should be reduced by a certain percentage to prevent overheating of the wire.

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AWG#10 copper is the minimum for 30 amperes in a household circuit. If heating or cooling equipment is involved (e.g. electric dryer or air conditioner) I would spend a little extra and use #8.

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A 30 amp circuit often requires 10 awg conductors but before you use that size it is wise to refer to the wiring tables in the NEC for the recommended wire size to use for the distance from the main breaker panel and the installation environment i.e. if in a raceway, in the open air, underground, etc. <><><> As always, if you are in doubt about what to do, the best advice anyone should give you is to call a licensed electrician to advise what work is needed. Before you do any work yourself,

on electrical circuits, equipment or appliances,

always use a test meter to ensure the circuit is, in fact, de-energized. IF YOU ARE NOT ALREADY SURE YOU CAN DO THIS JOB

SAFELY AND COMPETENTLY

REFER THIS WORK TO QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS.

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10 gauge but that's the max the wire is rated at and that is NMD90 or loomex

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A #10 copper wire with an insulation rated at 90 degree C has a rating of 30 amps.

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A #10 copper wire insulation rating of 90 degrees C is rated at 30 amps.

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#10 copper wire is rated for 30 amps.

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10 AWG in a home wiring situation.

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length of run is 100'?

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