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    Mar 30, 2007, 08:52 AM
    Subpanel in basement
    I need three 20a circuits in basement. I planned to run #8 wire 50feet from main panel to a new sub panel in basement where I would have 3 20a breakers. Will this be OK or do I need #6 wire for the feed to the subpanel?
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    Mar 30, 2007, 02:26 PM
    The #8 wire will be good for 40 amps, assuming Romex cable. I think this will be plenty for the 3 new circuits plus a bit more. If you run #6 Romex, the sub panel can be 50 amps.

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