Toller wrote:

"Jeff Wisnia" wrote in message
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Henry wrote:

I was wondering what cable size to use for wiring a 125V 12 amp fan that
is 100 feet away from the breaker panel.

Thanks.


You should be able to use 14 gauge wire.

It'll drop about 4 volts at 12 amps over that length, but that shouldn't
worry a fan much.


You could use #14, but there will be a lot of VD at startup, which won't be
too good for the fan.
#12 isn't all that much more expensive.



You're correct about that, and using 12 gauge might be a wise investment.

Currently Lowes' price for 100 ft of 14 gauge is $36.00 vs. $52.50 for
12 gauge.

Jeff

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