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Cable sizing for subpanel

I’m in the process of finishing my basement. An existing 200amp Square D load center is in the basement. I want to add a subpanel in the basement about 75’ away. The subpanel will feed: Dryer (50amp ...
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Circuit Breaker Size For Main Panel

I'm planning on adding a sub panel to my basement. I purchased a Square D 100 amp panel. Is there any code requirement for the size of breaker I need in the Main? My neighbor used 50amp. I've seen ...
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Installing a sub panel in basement from main panel in garage

I know similar questions to this have been asked before, but I haven't been able to figure out the answers to some of these questions. First an explanation of the situation, the main 200 amp panel is ...
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Running electric to sub panel in detached garage, can I use a flexible conduit in my basement?

My understanding is that feeder wires need to be in conduit for the whole run, but running schedule 40 through my basement joists seems awful and maybe impossible. I’m wondering if I can use a more ...
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What size feeder do I need for a basement electrical subpanel?

I would like to know what size and type of feeder wire and feeder breaker do I need for my basement subpanel where I am planning to add six 15 Amp circuits, and three 20 Amp circuits. This will be 2' ...
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