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    Apr 14, 2010, 08:40 PM
    240/120 volt single phase (80 amp load) underground 180 feet
    What is the recommended wire size to allow the use of either 2 hp radial arm saw or a stick welder plus 20 amp continuous lighting load.
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    Apr 15, 2010, 04:02 AM

    I'd go 1/0al or #3cu.
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