Issue:
For HOM circuit breakers 15A through 125A, what range of wire size can be used, and can I use solid or copper wire?
Product Line:
Circuit Breakers
Resolution:
HOM circuit breakers, 1 and 2 pole, are UL Listed and rated to accept the following wire sizes, solid or stranded (type B or C).
Note that some localities may restrict use of stranded wire, so we recommend checking with your local electrical inspector.
15 - 30 A - Either of the following:
35 - 70 A
80 - 125 A
For HOM circuit breakers 15A through 125A, what range of wire size can be used, and can I use solid or copper wire?
Product Line:
Circuit Breakers
Resolution:
HOM circuit breakers, 1 and 2 pole, are UL Listed and rated to accept the following wire sizes, solid or stranded (type B or C).
Note that some localities may restrict use of stranded wire, so we recommend checking with your local electrical inspector.
15 - 30 A - Either of the following:
- 1 wire per lug: (1) #14 - #8 AWG Aluminum or Copper
- 2 wires per lug: (2) #14 - #10 AWG Copper
35 - 70 A
- 1 wire per lug: (1) #8 - #2 AWG Aluminum or Copper
80 - 125 A
- 1 wire per lug: (1) #4 AWG - 2/0 kcmil Aluminum or Copper