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    rjbrose Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Jul 18, 2013, 02:09 PM
    250 mmca electrical wire
    I need to run 325 feet from a transformer to a 200 amp home. What gage do I need. I estimate 250 mmca copper, but want some assurance. The power company wants $7,500 to move a transformer closer (not going to happen).
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    Jul 23, 2013, 09:22 AM
    Not enough information...
    What is the voltage and phase?
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    Jul 24, 2013, 02:18 AM
    Nowadays 33kV ABC cable is available,lay it by erecting a couple of GI pipes from Utility pole to your house if it is cheaper than USD7,500.
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    Jul 24, 2013, 11:42 AM
    Interesting... this is a simple voltage drop question which can be answered with any one of a few dozen of calculators available for free...
    I expected something more but... only silence
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