[Elecraft] KPA800/1500 Power Question

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In a message dated 5/26/05 12:38:05 PM Eastern Daylight Time, vic at rakefet.com 
writes:


> , it's generally thought that a 20-amp 240V circuit is 
> appropriate.  This is probably more than you will need for a KPA800, 
> which would probably work fine with 15 or perhaps even 10 amp service at 
> 240V, but (depending on the length of the line to your service entrance) 
> it probably means no. 12 wire, which is not a big deal.  

General rule for house wiring:

#14 for up to 15 amps
#12 for up to 20 amps
#10 for up to 30 amps

You can use heavier wire for less drop. The cost of the wire is usually 
insignificant compared to the cost of installing it.

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Many amplifiers have a dual-primary transformer whose windings can be 
connected in series for 240 and in parallel for 120. If you ever use one of these, do 
NOT connect the neutral to the point where the two windings are connected in 
series - just connect the outer ends.

73 de Jim, N2EY