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    Nov 2, 2008, 09:17 AM
    40 amp subpanel
    Hello,

    I have a 200 amp service and I want to add a subpanle to a barn It is 200' foot away and I will be trenching. What size and type wire should I use?

    Many thanks
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    Nov 2, 2008, 09:51 AM
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