Choosing the right wire size

[SteveP]

If installing an outdoor receptacle that is 125 feet from the breaker box
with a 20amp breaker, would 12 gauge wire be sufficient or would the voltage
drop be to much?

Thx

 

[Brian]

What is the "real" load? Not enough information to calculate the VD.



If installing an outdoor receptacle that is 125 feet from the breaker box
with a 20amp breaker, would 12 gauge wire be sufficient or would the voltage
drop be to much?

Thx

 

[SteveP]

Guess I don't know the real load, This will be a receptale out next to a
storage building so I don't have to keeping pulling out the drop cord when I
need to do something. Will be running a flourescent light, and the
occasional power tool a circular saw or drill. Possibly a small TV when
something good is on while I'm working outside.

 

[SteveP]

Thanks Greg, I'll probably go with #10