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deerdeer
Dec 23, 2011, 02:32 PM
500feet to my barn .100amp service at my home what size alum, wire do I need for 100amp service in my barn Thanks .

tkrussell
Dec 24, 2011, 04:24 AM
500 feet is too far to deliver 120/240 volts.

Assuming a 50 amp load at 240 volts, you would need #3/0 aluminum.

I suggest you bring in an electrician to evaluate the actual load, and design a transformer system.