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    Apr 15, 2011, 08:09 PM
    Gauge wire required for kitchen stove - 60 ft run - 220 v
    Want to run 220 v line for electric range - 60 ft run - what gauge wire is required
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    Apr 16, 2011, 02:25 AM
    Where are you located? If in the USA, you have 240 volts.

    What type of wiring method will you be using?

    What size range in wattage or kW?

    Typically a standard residential range needs a 40 amp circuit using #8-3 plus ground NM cable (AKA Romex), for a wood frame home.
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