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Post by mostheman on Nov 21, 2011 20:28:32 GMT -4
Mostly for t Dogg but thought it goes will for the general information crowd.
Picked up a Unit heater (like Jans) 220v FLC 55 Amp.
What Do I need for breakers (double pole 60?)
What guage wire (Assume 48 foot run) I getting 6 guage as an answer.
And what is available as a switch?
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Post by T-Dogg on Nov 21, 2011 20:48:17 GMT -4
Not sure if a 60 will hold it.
Inital start up could run into the 80a mark and be held for longer than the 60 would carry it.
#8 = 40a
#6 = 60a
#4 = 80a
As for controlling it, I would sugest a line voltage thermostat controlling a contactor.
I dont think you will find a thermostat rated for that draw.
The unit maybe wired with a contactor so perhaps it can be wired through that.
Does it have a stat on the unit?
@ 55 w Im not sure if thay still have the small stat on the side.
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Dogg
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Post by mostheman on Nov 21, 2011 20:57:38 GMT -4
Thanks T Dogg, Just made a call
its FLC (Full Load Current) 55 Amps. Just got that hot tip..
I dunno about the t stat have to wait till its in my hands....just trying to gather up the supplies to install it.
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Post by Hawkes on Nov 21, 2011 21:33:46 GMT -4
Mostly for t Dogg but thought it goes will for the general information crowd. Picked up a Unit heater (like Jans) 220v FLC 55 Amp. What Do I need for breakers (double pole 60?) What guage wire (Assume 48 foot run) I getting 6 guage as an answer. And what is available as a switch? Looks right to me, that heater is almost triple the output of Jan's. Some of those have 120V controllers, which means you should be able to use a line voltage electric heat thermostat. Electric heat doesn't have the high inrush current of a motor so you should be fine. What brand panel are you feeding it from? |
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Post by 'Roach on Nov 22, 2011 9:18:39 GMT -4
Thanks T Dogg, Just made a call its FLC (Full Load Current) 55 Amps. Just got that hot tip.. I dunno about the t stat have to wait till its in my hands....just trying to gather up the supplies to install it. That's a negative on the thermostat. The previous dirty-hippie owner kept that. |
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Post by mostheman on Nov 22, 2011 9:37:15 GMT -4
I was thinking more about the provision to add an external thermostat......said hippie can keep it... I'll score a new one.
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Post by mostheman on Nov 22, 2011 9:37:44 GMT -4
What brand panel are you feeding it from? I'll have a look tonite at it....... |
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Post by mostheman on Nov 22, 2011 18:06:58 GMT -4
What brand panel are you feeding it from? I'll have a look tonite at it....... Eaton Cutler-Hammer So I need Cutler Hammer 60A double pole breaker? |
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Post by Hawkes on Nov 22, 2011 18:36:36 GMT -4
I'll have a look tonite at it....... Eaton Cutler-Hammer So I need Cutler Hammer 60A double pole breaker? Yes, 60A DP. The reason I asked is because Cutler Hammer are the Power Fist of panels. They've become very popular in recent years, likely due to lower price. I've heard a few breakers melting at high loads. I wouldn't let that stop you, just something to keep your eye on. I have 3 CH panels in my apts. There are 2 types of breakers, bolt in and push in, most residential used push in. If you need help with the thermostat post up a pic of what you have. |
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Post by mostheman on Nov 22, 2011 20:31:58 GMT -4
Cool Once I start the install and get the unit in my hands I'll post up. Doing the wiring myself.......no I'm not an elctrician......flame away...
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Post by MudMagnet on Nov 22, 2011 21:38:09 GMT -4
#6 and a dp60 will work fine..... as long as you don't go over 75 feet of wire. in that case you have to de-rate the wire. as for contrailing it you will need a t-stat contraoling a contactor if the unit dosn't have its own stat.
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Post by SocialWheeler on Nov 23, 2011 6:14:52 GMT -4
Cool Once I start the install and get the unit in my hands I'll post up. Doing the wiring myself.......no I'm not an elctrician......flame away... I think "flame away" is generally what happens when you are not an electrician.  |
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Post by mostheman on Nov 23, 2011 7:25:36 GMT -4
Cool Once I start the install and get the unit in my hands I'll post up. Doing the wiring myself.......no I'm not an elctrician......flame away... I think "flame away" is generally what happens when you are not an electrician. I'll be alright its not my first time. |
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Post by SocialWheeler on Nov 23, 2011 7:31:03 GMT -4
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Post by mostheman on Dec 29, 2011 13:27:49 GMT -4
Hawkes, Here is the unit heater as discussed.  Back Side  Data off Back Label (FLC 55 Amps)  And In the garage, Furthest useasble Corner away from from the doors. Also furthest from Panel, go Figure.  And an overall  |
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