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    Apr 14, 2010, 04:01 PM
    What type #6-3 alum. Wire from my main service across the basement to aluminum URD
    The URD is in 2" metal conduit. It services a 50 amp detached garage.What type aluminum wire should be used between the main panel, and the junction box located at the "service" side of the conduit in the basement? Can I run aluminum through the basement in "free air"?

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