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    RGPATTER Posts: 26, Reputation: 1
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    Jul 27, 2009, 10:20 AM
    Cable type for sub panel
    I am installing a sub panel in a bunkhouse adjacent to a cabin and am planning to run an undrerground cable from the cabin to the bunkhouse using a 3 conductor cable with ground. Do I have the choice of either either UF-B or type SE cable?
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    Jul 27, 2009, 10:25 AM

    SE cable will need to be rated for direct burial as is UF cable.

    I am not aware of any SE cable that is rated DB.
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