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    Apr 30, 2008, 10:48 AM
    50 amp gauge copper wire
    I am running a electrical circuit to a range that requires 50 amp serv I have run my conduit is it OK to use #6 thhn for power and#10thhn for my neutral or ground I was told I could use one gauge lighter for grounds and neutrals??
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    Apr 30, 2008, 11:05 AM
    Yes, according to table 250.122 (pg. 70-117) 60 amps uses a #10 equipment grounding conductor.
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    Apr 30, 2008, 01:08 PM
    I usually use an #8 for Neutral?
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