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30 Amp Disconnect Wiring
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By Dave Rongey
Summary: Electrical Wiring Question: I'm putting in a 30amp disconnect with 10/3 AWG with a ground wiring. The disconnect is a signal phase with ground no neutral bar. © By: Dave Rongey |
How to Wire a 240volt 30amp Disconnect Switch
Electrical Question:
Does a 240volt circuit require a neutral wire?
- I'm putting in a 30amp disconnect with 10/3 AWG cable with a ground wire.
- The disconnect is a signal phase with a ground and no neutral bar.
- Can I float that neutral and pass code?
Is a Neutral Wire of a 240volt Circuit Needed?
Key Factor: What is this disconnect being used for, or what equipment is being fed from the disconnect switch?
Older Homes:
- Example: Dedicated circuits for 240volt equipment did not require a separate neutral wire for:
- Electric Dryer
- Electric Range
Note:
In older home applications, if the neutral wire is a spare, and the 240volt equipment does not require the neutral, then you could simply cap off the existing neutral wire.
New Homes and Electrical Upgrade Projects:
- Example: Dedicated circuits for 240volt equipment does require a separate neutral wire:
- Electric Dryer
- Electric Range
Important:
In New Construction Projects where 240volt equipment will be installed a neutral wire may be required. Please consult the electrical code updates and equipment specifications for specific circuit requirements.
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