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    Jun 26, 2013, 09:00 PM
    Do I need a neutral wire to wire up a 208v single phase fixture
    Asking cause the fixture only has two red wires and a ground coming down from the head of it
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    Jun 26, 2013, 09:07 PM
    208V single phase is two hots and a ground from a 3-phase system. Typically in a commercial setting.
    Where is this fixture being installed? Who is installing it?
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