JaimeNC
Jan 26, 2007, 07:11 AM
Hello,
I know this subject has probably been beaten into the ground but I have a question about wiring my 10 x 10 shed. All I want is a couple of outlets and two lights, one outside and one inside. The outlets will be for occasional power tool use, nothing heavy duty. I want to run a double 20 Amp circuit from my outside panel using 12-3 w/ground uf (one neutral, two hots, one ground) from a 20 220v GFCI breaker and use a 20 amp dp switch as a disconnect at the shed. I will then split it off into 2 different 20 amp circuits, one for the outlets and one for the lights. I want to know if you think an 80 foot run of wire is too far for 12 gauge wire and are there any grounding issues with this type of disconnect setup?I have thought about the subpanel route but the electricity use in this shed will be minimal, mainly during the landscape season. Any response is greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Jaime
I know this subject has probably been beaten into the ground but I have a question about wiring my 10 x 10 shed. All I want is a couple of outlets and two lights, one outside and one inside. The outlets will be for occasional power tool use, nothing heavy duty. I want to run a double 20 Amp circuit from my outside panel using 12-3 w/ground uf (one neutral, two hots, one ground) from a 20 220v GFCI breaker and use a 20 amp dp switch as a disconnect at the shed. I will then split it off into 2 different 20 amp circuits, one for the outlets and one for the lights. I want to know if you think an 80 foot run of wire is too far for 12 gauge wire and are there any grounding issues with this type of disconnect setup?I have thought about the subpanel route but the electricity use in this shed will be minimal, mainly during the landscape season. Any response is greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Jaime