What size conduit do I need for 2 2 2 4 wire?
A: I would suggest 2″ electrical (grey) conduit. Helpful? A: 2” schedule 40 pvc.
What is 2 2 2 4 copper wire used for?
2-2-2-4 Bare Concentric Ground SER is a service entrance cable with a reinforcement tape used in all instances where service entrance cables are allowed. The electrical cable is most often used to connect the service drop to the meter base and from the meter base to the distribution panelboard.
Can you direct bury SE cable?
SE cables simply can’t be buried, conduit or no conduit.
What is #2 Ser cable rated for?
600 volts
The cable is rated at 600 volts and 90_C for use in wet and dry locations. SER cables are LEAD FREE and RoHS compliant.
What size ground do I need for A 100 amp service?
| GROUNDING ELECTRODE CONDUCTOR SIZING (Table 250.66) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Size of Main Panel | Copper Conductors | Aluminum or Copper-Clad Aluminum |
| 100 Amps | #8 AWG | #6 AWG |
| 125 Amps | #8 AWG | #6 AWG |
| 150 Amps | #6 AWG | #4 AWG |
What size copper wire is rated for 100 amps?
A 100 amp sub panel wiring size requirement is #4 for copper wires and #2 for aluminum wires.
What wire can be direct buried?
Common types of cables with a copper conductor suitable for direct burial are USE-2, UF-B Underground Feeder Cable, and Tracer Wire. Aluminum URD Direct Burial Wire is the most commonly used direct burial aluminum wire.
What size wire do u need for 100 amp service?
For 100 AMP service, you’ll need a #4 AWG copper wire or #2 AWG aluminum or copper-clad wire. Make sure to limit your voltage drop to 3% regardless of distance.
What size wire do you run for 100 amp service?
Installation of 100 amp electric service or subpanel needs a #4 AWG copper wire or #2 AWG aluminum or copper-clad wire inside a minimum 1.25 inch, schedule 40 or 80 PVC electric conduit for underground service.