He explains and shows you much better, than any professor I have ever had. Seems to know exactly what to show up close and explain at that moment. Well done. Subbed to learn a lot more.
Hey man. I just installed 2 240 volt outlets in my wood shop. Watched lots of vids on the topic, and yours was the best. I’m one of those guys ,that if I can see it done,I can do it. The small details that you show instead of telling about is the key.👍✌️
I did a lot of wiring in Viet Nam in 1968, I wish I had you as my instructor back then, very easy to follow and understand. I am in the process of wiring my man cave (12 X 28) shed and using your videos as refreshers which will have 2 240 volt outlets. I want to thank you for being so generous sharing your knowledge and great explanation of the process. This is the MOST deserved sub on TH-cam, I would subscribe a 1000 times if I could, you are by far the best instructor on TH-cam. Many, Many Thanks
Very nice demo. Thanks!! I did this stuff as a young apprentice around 60 years ago. The skills you display in your video show me that the basic concepts remain unchanged. I need to install a 240v line in my basement so this is quite timely and I'll have to thank my buddy who sent me the link. Thanks again for the refresher, and also for your new tips, like leaving loops of wire in case breakers need to be moved. Great idea.
Great video that helped me a lot. I am wiring a window unit that requires 220 volts and was unsure what breaker I needed in order to successfully complete the task. Watching this video helped me understand. Thank you
I really appreciate that you show and explain the alternating buss bar. My head always was confused how two connections on the same side magically doubled the voltage..... now I see double breaker is actually grabbing both legs. Thank you
Lots of other TH-camrs could learn a ton from you in terms how best to explain this sorta stuff. You did an excellent job. Very clear and right to the point. Thank you. I looked through many other videos. Yours was the only one that made me comfortable/confident.
I am fixing to install in my garage a 50 amp 220 3 prong plug with 6/2 nm-b wire using a metal box the same as you just did. This video is the only one I've seen after many searches showing this particular install and how the metal box is grounded.
Hey thanks i am seeing this more clearly now. I need this exact outlet addition for a possible future small welder. I am retired machinist, which electrical hook ups were not my repertoire. But this example you did is good. Thanks.
Great idea clamping the Romex to the connector first before attaching the connector the service panel. I've always put the Romex connector on the panel first and always was nervous when coming in from the top about the nut dropping. With the wire already going through, the nut will stay around the leads. I just subscribed due to your great way of explaining things.
I greatly appreciate your video 😊! I got an outlet setup in my kitchen for a 230v AC unit. Thank you for keeping it simple with enough info to get it done. -Mike
Thank you for the great explanation... I was thinking that the two hot wires didn't matter which side they were on... But, I was having a hard time verifying it... New welder hookup... 😁
If you really wanted to you can make a 120V outlet wired with 240V. Yes switching power supplies like my computer's PSU has dual voltage and is slightly more efficient on 240V but don't plug anything else in it! (or just don't do that) Maybe if you have a crypto miner you'd run them 240 volts with the appropriate plug.
Hey, brother. Thanks for the video. Very easy to follow and nice use of closeups to provide detailed demonstrations. Planning on installing a 240v outlet within the next week.
BEST VIDEO ON 220 20AMP, perfect combination of professional info explained for a DIYer, if you can't grasp this video hire an electrician. Not being mean but better safe than sorry,
Thank you for the video ,it help me a lot to understand how a 240v works and how to install...of course i will contract a professional but your video helps
Great video, as someone who does DIY more from a necessity than because its fun, (Sometimes it is) this video helped tremendously. "The biggest misconception is the 220-volt outlet. Is it 220 or 240 volts?. Well, nowadays it's 240 volts. " Your right, that this is definitely something that confused me. I was wanting to install a plug for a welder/breaker.. and I was wondering how I'd go about it, now I know! My only question is, why do plugs have the "keyed" shapes, if.. how you hook up the "hots", don't matter? Like what's the purpose of that then? Thanks for your time!
@@Askmediy I appreciate the reply, but that's not exactly what I was asking. I was more talking about the plug ends shapes: joneakes.com/jons-fixit-database/343-Why-are-electrical-plug-prongs-different-sizes
Nice video and well explained. Especially about the outlet itself and how there is not a neutral and how both hots are connected. I didn't realize you can run an outlet with 2 hots and no neutral. It looks like you are using 12/2 wire? When would 10/2 be required? I thought you needed 10/2 for 240V 20A? Can you use the smaller gauge wire for shorter runs? I'm running a 50 foot line to my garage for a 240V for an EV charger. I picked up 10/2 for the job. The charger pulls 16 amps.
Could you explain how to design circuits in the home? Like how many outlets on a given circuit and how you know when you have to many or have room to add more?
Great video. I need to run an outlet for my welder but it's about 5 feet from main breaker panel. Do I have to run the wires inside metal or a plastic box or can I just run the romex along the wall? TIA
Thank you. It would really depend on if you want to or not. Depends on the area really. Tell me about the room, basement concrete wall, or is it Sheetrock?
Good info. I'm installing a Mini-split, and its rated 208-230v/60Hz/1Ph. I'm assuming this is the wiring setup I need for that. I've done 110v wiring including installing new wire and breakers, but as a DIY guy, I've never done something like this and am just looking for some helpful info. This seems to be the right thing I'm looking for!
Good video really enjoyed it. If I could say one thing I would of like to seen the part where you turned the panel off I was confused for a spit second thought you were going on it hot
Yes. Very well done. One question. What is the reason that you do not need the white or neutral return wire with 240 Volt application? Thank you. - Ron
A 240v line consists of two 120v positives, and they are 180-degrees out of phase with each other. Each of these hot wires take turns being the return path to the transformer outside the house as the juice alternates back and forth. With 120v circuits, this circumstance doesn't exist ... you only have one phase with no corresponding return path unless the neutral wire is used. In other words, 240v AC "creates its own" return path by definition of how its two positives act (because, being 180-degrees apart in phase, they are not identical positives even if their voltages are each 120.)
@@inspirehomeslosangeles6099 Part of it is convention, part of it is requirement ... if the appliance has its own internal transformer it can create a 120v AC source to power an internal clock or other display. This is what electric ranges and electric dryers do, if they use a 3-wire 240v cable. They don't need an external neutral because it exists inside the appliance. If they don't create an internal 120v source, they'll need an external neutral as part of the equation. A 4-wire 240 connection also provides an extra measure of safety if the ground isn't healthy.
i have a 220v AC / HEAT unit, and i have the same receptical as you just used. i just wasn't sure of what breaker to use. i think you have answered my question... correct me if i am wrong.... Thank You
Glad I went through the comments so I didn't repeat what someone else stated. I, too, caught that as soon as he showed it and said something about passing code. I thought, "Well, THAT'S not going to pass code because that exposed Romex isn't protected!" lol
Just a reminder: shutting off the main doesn't mean that there isn't electricity present. On the incoming to the main from the meter there is power. Only downstream from the breaker to the panel is it off.
Great video u make it easy. I am doing this for a air compressor now i need to find the plug i need so i can plug the compressor in when im done. Is there a good brand plug i can get ?
Good video. I have a 3 car garage/ man cave fully insulated, ceilings too and even the garage doors. Garage is about 660 sq ft with 8ft celing hight. The lowest tempature during Christmas will be 37 degrees farenhight. My questions is if I install a 5000-7000w electric heater, I have to installed a 240v outlet too right or it can be just hardwired?? Eventually I will buy a minisplit system and be getting rid of the electric heater. Will I be able to use the 240v outlet previously installed for electric heater when I install mini split in future?? Also we will be getting an electric car down the road so I will need a 240v outlet to charge car so what will be the correct pathway for my projects, install a 240v right now for electric heater so I have heater in man cave before Christmas or maybe just use propane heater just for that day🙄 until I figure out what minisplit system to buy?? Sorry for all the questions
Great video. If i may i like to ask a question, i have a 220 V outlet that is setup ezactly like you dedcribed of the video. However what i really need is a 110 V can i converted from 220 to 110 easily.
Good video, gives a nice overview of what's going on with 220/240V. You mentioned "turning off power to the panel." How did you do this? I have a main breaker on my panel that turns off all the circuits but I think the panel itself is still live (and dangerous). Do you have a separate switch for the utility service to the residential panel? Thanks again for keeping us DIYers informed!
Thank you. Yes I do have a main disconnect outside that we used. And yes, even though if you turn the main breaker at the panel off, the upper section is still very much alive and very dangerous
Thank you Sir, I appreciate your video..I have to install a 240V 15amp for an window a/c . I'm using 14 Gauge wire. My question is this , my run is 50' is that still a proper gauge wire to use? Thank you.
Hi, many thanks for your prompt reply, you would imagine that the manufacturers could provide a plastic insert that would only allow the appropriate voltage device to be plug into that reciprocal. Keep up the good work and stay safe.
Great video! Right to the point. Is it within code (or an okay idea) to go from the circuit breaker to a junction box in an attic and then split the circuit to be at two receptacles on either side of my garage? I want to run two tools on either side of the garage not at the same time, but don't want to take up the space in the panel with a dedicated circuit. Also, say I did want to run the two tools at the same time - they are 6-20P plugs 12 amps - could I install a 30 amp breaker connected to two 20 amp receptacles?
I wired an outlet just like this years ago for a compressor....now, I have a new compressor and only need 120v. If my understanding is correct I really only need to remove the marking tape from my white wire, attach the white to the neutral bus bar, and then wire in a 120v outlet...correct? I think I might drop in two 120v breakers and run a 3 wire with ground, and then change out my box so I can have 2 outlets, each with their own protection.
I know some about panels but I watch anyway, to confirm or debunk my knowledge; just because I'm watching it doesn't mean that I don't know anything at all about them. Both breakers don't operate on the same bar!! I understand that
Thank you for the great tutorial. A couple questions: another video said to have the ground on top and the two hots on the bottom. They said it protects it if the cord gets hit or if water drips on it. I don’t quite understand that. You mentioned code and identifying the two hot wires…are there other NEC codes (for a simple install like your demonstration) that we should know about? I.e. fireproof grommet through the panel knockout or using a plastic vs a metal box for your switch. If you have the space on your panel can you install any size amp? Ex. 240v 50 amp double pole single throw switch without worrying about if there is enough power coming into the panel (dumb question but I, for one, don’t actually know how much juice I have coming into my house). Thank you very much for any clarification you can bring as I am about to install a 240v outlet next to my panel for my air compressor.
@@Askmediy copper wire gage i once bought a roll cost over 200 bucks i thinks its thick i could use it but i have regular cord wire from a long cord i would rather use that plus in going to run it in a fireproof pv pipe on out side of house i feel no wires should be inside walls in case of electrical fire and it too late to seeso which wire ? thick or regular?
Nicely explained yet we need to find you some electrically insulated screw drivers! I have one question. Can I install a 240vac outlet in series with a wall heater or will this cause the breaker to trip? Or should all outlets and appliances have their own path to the breaker panel?
Fascinating video on electrical instillation in America, Here in the UK its very different as you probably know. My question is here in the UK we have to use tork screwdrivers for every connection do you have this there?
When you pigtail the ground from the outlet, does it run to the panel only, or is it grounded at the outlet box? Been bit by 120 before, but i dont wanna get bit by 240 😂
Thank you for the lesson. Q1: How come the other white wires in the main box do not have red tape on them? Q2: As with DC wiring, how come you don’t have a red + and a black -negative wire? Thanks again 🙏‼️‼️
You tape the wire to visually indicate it's a positive, when being used in that way. Those others are neutrals. I don't think anyone sells cables consisting of two blacks or two reds + plus ground.
The warning on my tanning bed says voltage must be below 230 VAC or I may need a buck booster. I've got the same set up you just demonstrated, but don't have a meter to check it yet. I assume it will also be ~245. Any advise? After a quick search, those things appear to be pricey.
Great video...I'm planning to run wire to the kitchen for a new Lg dual range stove burners are gas, inside is electric rated for 40amp..my old stove was 120...What kind of breaker doni need, double pole 40amp? And what size wire?...Thanks again.
Great Video. I want to install two nema 6-20R outlets in the garage for a printer that uses both power chords for printing and curing the ink (3A &16A). Which breaker and wire can I use? Can both outlets be wired to one breaker?
Thank you. I might need to run a 240v from the basement to the garage. I'm 50 years old and would like to learn/work as an electrician. How did you learn (maybe you can do a video on how you became an electrician) and what's the best way for me to approach this, Tech school, apprenticeship or what? I'll appreciate your opinion.
@@Askmediy Thank you. Found it online ibew Local 313. I'll try my best to start some apprenticeship training they are going to offer. Hope they don't have an age limit.
I have NEMA 14-50 outlet, is there a plugin adaptor 6-50 that eliminates the neutral wire ? I don't have an EV yet. I may purchase a 220V car lift that could use the outlet.
Great video but am confused as to where the yellow wire nut came from on the time from 7:29 to 7:31... You then talk about the ground wire so did you go from the metal box to the panel??? I cannot see a ground wire from the metal box to the panel itself.
What gauge wire should I use for a 240 outlet that is going to be run almost 100foot? Also it will be on a 50amp breaker. Thanks so much hope to hear back from you.
so if i turn the main off which my box is a 200 amp service box and off with the breaker i should be fine??? funny thing my box is mounted on the wall that directly behind the wall ill be wiring the outlet for an air compressor you made this real easy ive just dont know about the ground at the box... ill probably find more grounds when i take the cover off.. thanks
Pig tails/wire nuts are OK. But Leviton and others do make duplex receptacles for 240 that use the same plug style and have a 2nd pair of screws on the back. The concept of adding additional outlets is the same as for 120 ... when using any of them, stay below the load limit or the breaker will trip. In this example the circuit is 20A. When you see a house with 2-3-4 or whatever 15A outlets on the same 15A breaker, any ONE of them could max out the breaker, depending on the appliance being powered up. But, they know most people never use more than one thing at a time that uses big power. For example, the reason why you can use TV, phone charger, desk lamp all on the same circuit is because added up they likely don't go over the load limit. Now add a hair dryer and things change.
We are having someone install a 230v outlet for our Artic King 18000 btu air conditioner, but we need to purchase the supplies by Sunday. I'm thinking I need the 230 outlet which looks exactly like yours, about 20 feet or so of wiring (can I assume 10/4?) and then also a breaker set unless our box has one not being used.. (can I assume I need a double 30 amp?) The ac we are wiring for is the Arctic King 18000 btu wwk18cw02n
He explains and shows you much better, than any professor I have ever had. Seems to know exactly what to show up close and explain at that moment. Well done. Subbed to learn a lot more.
Thank you so so much.
Explain it well !! Thanks
I’m going to wire one of these for a mini split. Do I need to have my Wiring in metal conduit?
Hey man.
I just installed 2 240 volt outlets in my wood shop.
Watched lots of vids on the topic, and yours was the best.
I’m one of those guys ,that if I can see it done,I can do it.
The small details that you show instead of telling about is the key.👍✌️
I did a lot of wiring in Viet Nam in 1968, I wish I had you as my instructor back then, very easy to follow and understand. I am in the process of wiring my man cave (12 X 28) shed and using your videos as refreshers which will have 2 240 volt outlets. I want to thank you for being so generous sharing your knowledge and great explanation of the process. This is the MOST deserved sub on TH-cam, I would subscribe a 1000 times if I could, you are by far the best instructor on TH-cam. Many, Many Thanks
You’re the best. Thank you so much. You made my day.
Very nice demo. Thanks!! I did this stuff as a young apprentice around 60 years ago. The skills you display in your video show me that the basic concepts remain unchanged. I need to install a 240v line in my basement so this is quite timely and I'll have to thank my buddy who sent me the link. Thanks again for the refresher, and also for your new tips, like leaving loops of wire in case breakers need to be moved. Great idea.
Awesome, glad I could help out. Thank you, very much
Great video that helped me a lot. I am wiring a window unit that requires 220 volts and was unsure what breaker I needed in order to successfully complete the task. Watching this video helped me understand. Thank you
Always my pleasure. Thank you
Just bought my own house and needed a 240 20amp outlet for my sauna. This video is the best instruction how to wire up what I needed.
Congrats and thank you very much,
I really appreciate that you show and explain the alternating buss bar.
My head always was confused how two connections on the same side magically doubled the voltage..... now I see double breaker is actually grabbing both legs.
Thank you
Awesome, it was my pleasure
Lots of other TH-camrs could learn a ton from you in terms how best to explain this sorta stuff. You did an excellent job. Very clear and right to the point. Thank you. I looked through many other videos. Yours was the only one that made me comfortable/confident.
Thank you so much. So nice to hear.
I am fixing to install in my garage a 50 amp 220 3 prong plug with 6/2 nm-b wire using a metal box the same as you just did. This video is the only one I've seen after many searches showing this particular install and how the metal box is grounded.
Awesome, Glad I was able to help out.
Hey thanks i am seeing this more clearly now.
I need this exact outlet addition for a possible future small welder.
I am retired machinist, which electrical hook ups were not my repertoire. But this example you did is good. Thanks.
Great idea clamping the Romex to the connector first before attaching the connector the service panel. I've always put the Romex connector on the panel first and always was nervous when coming in from the top about the nut dropping. With the wire already going through, the nut will stay around the leads. I just subscribed due to your great way of explaining things.
Thanks buddy
Finally a video without a bunch of unnecessary chatter. Clear and concise. Thanks a ton! 💪
Thank you very much, always my pleasure
I greatly appreciate your video 😊! I got an outlet setup in my kitchen for a 230v AC unit. Thank you for keeping it simple with enough info to get it done.
-Mike
Yeah awesome deal. Always my pleasure
Now that’s what I was searching for. A simple explanation of how to install a 220 outlet. (Even though it’s 240😂)
Great teaching vid 🤛🏼
Awesome, so glad to hear that
Thank you for the great explanation... I was thinking that the two hot wires didn't matter which side they were on... But, I was having a hard time verifying it... New welder hookup... 😁
It doesn’t matter. L1 L2 both the same, both are hots
If you really wanted to you can make a 120V outlet wired with 240V. Yes switching power supplies like my computer's PSU has dual voltage and is slightly more efficient on 240V but don't plug anything else in it! (or just don't do that) Maybe if you have a crypto miner you'd run them 240 volts with the appropriate plug.
Exactly what I needed. Installing outlets in a food trailer for a/c and steam table. Thank you!
Always buddy
I've learned more on this 1 video than I have the past. Month watching other youtube videos
best video ever, now i feel comfortable on running an outlet for my 240v compressor. tank you for sharing friend. God Bless you.!
Thanks buddy, Love hearing it.
Hey, brother. Thanks for the video. Very easy to follow and nice use of closeups to provide detailed demonstrations. Planning on installing a 240v outlet within the next week.
BEST VIDEO ON 220 20AMP, perfect combination of professional info explained for a DIYer, if you can't grasp this video hire an electrician. Not being mean but better safe than sorry,
Well said and thank you so very much.
Thank you for the video ,it help me a lot to understand how a 240v works and how to install...of course i will contract a professional but your video helps
Just picked up a new air compressor with this exact type of connector. Gonna knock this job out. Good vid.
Good deal and thank you
this video really helped me out I looked at others first and did not learn like i did from this one Thanks a million !
I do my best, thank you very much. It does mean a lot to me.
Best DIY wiring tutorial hands down
Thanks buddy
Great video, as someone who does DIY more from a necessity than because its fun, (Sometimes it is)
this video helped tremendously.
"The biggest misconception is the 220-volt outlet. Is it 220 or 240 volts?. Well, nowadays it's 240 volts. "
Your right, that this is definitely something that confused me.
I was wanting to install a plug for a welder/breaker.. and I was wondering
how I'd go about it, now I know!
My only question is, why do plugs have the "keyed" shapes, if.. how you hook up the "hots", don't matter?
Like what's the purpose of that then?
Thanks for your time!
The two hots that come in the panel are the same hot, but they are 180 degrees apart. Each one is 120 volts.
@@Askmediy I appreciate the reply, but that's not exactly what I was asking. I was more talking about
the plug ends shapes:
joneakes.com/jons-fixit-database/343-Why-are-electrical-plug-prongs-different-sizes
Those shapes (slots) are so the hot and neutral can only go one way. In other words, can't be flipped.
Nice video and well explained. Especially about the outlet itself and how there is not a neutral and how both hots are connected. I didn't realize you can run an outlet with 2 hots and no neutral. It looks like you are using 12/2 wire? When would 10/2 be required? I thought you needed 10/2 for 240V 20A? Can you use the smaller gauge wire for shorter runs? I'm running a 50 foot line to my garage for a 240V for an EV charger. I picked up 10/2 for the job. The charger pulls 16 amps.
Excellent video, thank you for making it straight forward and simple!
Thank you thank you so much.
Very well done, thank you. Your demonstration and explanation is the best I've seen. Thank you again!
Could you explain how to design circuits in the home? Like how many outlets on a given circuit and how you know when you have to many or have room to add more?
Perfect. Thanks for taking the time to make this video. I watched it and then did it...done.
Awesome deal. Always my pleasure
Great video. I need to run an outlet for my welder but it's about 5 feet from main breaker panel. Do I have to run the wires inside metal or a plastic box or can I just run the romex along the wall? TIA
Thank you. It would really depend on if you want to or not. Depends on the area really. Tell me about the room, basement concrete wall, or is it Sheetrock?
Thanks for clear video. Would you ever install the outlet such the ground is on top?
Sure thing. The whole idea of doing it that way is if something metal was to touch the top, it would first hit the safety ground first.
Great video. I know nothing about home electrical and I 💯 can install this now
Thank you so much.
Good info. I'm installing a Mini-split, and its rated 208-230v/60Hz/1Ph. I'm assuming this is the wiring setup I need for that. I've done 110v wiring including installing new wire and breakers, but as a DIY guy, I've never done something like this and am just looking for some helpful info. This seems to be the right thing I'm looking for!
Good video really enjoyed it. If I could say one thing I would of like to seen the part where you turned the panel off I was confused for a spit second thought you were going on it hot
He is psychic. I really do not know about panels. I will continue to watch, and see if I can learn and remember what he says.
Easy easy, you got this.
Yes. Very well done. One question. What is the reason that you do not need the white or neutral return wire with 240 Volt application? Thank you. - Ron
same question. Other 240 Volt outlet requires a Neutral but for This NEMA 6-20 doesn't require a neutral?
A 240v line consists of two 120v positives, and they are 180-degrees out of phase with each other. Each of these hot wires take turns being the return path to the transformer outside the house as the juice alternates back and forth. With 120v circuits, this circumstance doesn't exist ... you only have one phase with no corresponding return path unless the neutral wire is used.
In other words, 240v AC "creates its own" return path by definition of how its two positives act (because, being 180-degrees apart in phase, they are not identical positives even if their voltages are each 120.)
@@inspirehomeslosangeles6099 Part of it is convention, part of it is requirement ... if the appliance has its own internal transformer it can create a 120v AC source to power an internal clock or other display. This is what electric ranges and electric dryers do, if they use a 3-wire 240v cable. They don't need an external neutral because it exists inside the appliance.
If they don't create an internal 120v source, they'll need an external neutral as part of the equation. A 4-wire 240 connection also provides an extra measure of safety if the ground isn't healthy.
This was terrific. Thank you!
My pleasure,
i have a 220v AC / HEAT unit, and i have the same receptical as you just used. i just wasn't sure of what breaker to use. i think you have answered my question... correct me if i am wrong.... Thank You
Sounds about right to me
Can you do a video on how you install a sub panel in a garage? With both 240 v and 120 V.
Just to add..By nc code , the wire from the panel to the outlet must be protected by conduit or a flex ..
Glad I went through the comments so I didn't repeat what someone else stated. I, too, caught that as soon as he showed it and said something about passing code. I thought, "Well, THAT'S not going to pass code because that exposed Romex isn't protected!" lol
Just a reminder: shutting off the main doesn't mean that there isn't electricity present. On the incoming to the main from the meter there is power. Only downstream from the breaker to the panel is it off.
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Great video u make it easy. I am doing this for a air compressor now i need to find the plug i need so i can plug the compressor in when im done. Is there a good brand plug i can get ?
Just don't buy one at the dollar store. Home Depot has good ones, for the 220 20 amp Leviton is a good one
How do you not have more subscribers? Thanks for this, exactly what I was looking for.
Trust me, I don't know either.
I'm sorry too much box is law. Or. ..?
Don’t think I understand you, sorry.
@@Askmediy I believe they were meaning to say is having to many breakers in the panel box a code law.
Good video. I have a 3 car garage/ man cave fully insulated, ceilings too and even the garage doors. Garage is about 660 sq ft with 8ft celing hight. The lowest tempature during Christmas will be 37 degrees farenhight. My questions is if I install a 5000-7000w electric heater, I have to installed a 240v outlet too right or it can be just hardwired??
Eventually I will buy a minisplit system and be getting rid of the electric heater. Will I be able to use the 240v outlet previously installed for electric heater when I install mini split in future??
Also we will be getting an electric car down the road so I will need a 240v outlet to charge car so what will be the correct pathway for my projects, install a 240v right now for electric heater so I have heater in man cave before Christmas or maybe just use propane heater just for that day🙄 until I figure out what minisplit system to buy??
Sorry for all the questions
Great video. If i may i like to ask a question, i have a 220 V outlet that is setup ezactly like you dedcribed of the video. However what i really need is a 110 V can i converted from 220 to 110 easily.
You can, just use one of the hots and cap off the other.
Good video, gives a nice overview of what's going on with 220/240V. You mentioned "turning off power to the panel." How did you do this? I have a main breaker on my panel that turns off all the circuits but I think the panel itself is still live (and dangerous). Do you have a separate switch for the utility service to the residential panel? Thanks again for keeping us DIYers informed!
Thank you. Yes I do have a main disconnect outside that we used. And yes, even though if you turn the main breaker at the panel off, the upper section is still very much alive and very dangerous
Thank you Sir, I appreciate your video..I have to install a 240V 15amp for an window a/c .
I'm using 14 Gauge wire.
My question is this , my run is 50' is that still a proper gauge wire to use?
Thank you.
Use #12
Great Video my question is it ok to run your wire from panel to outlet without conduit
Thank you. Sure you can.
Hi, many thanks for your prompt reply, you would imagine that the manufacturers could provide a plastic insert that would only allow the appropriate voltage device to be plug into that reciprocal. Keep up the good work and stay safe.
Need your own TV show brother. You're great!!!
I'm just waiting on the invite. Thanks, buddy.
Great video! Right to the point. Is it within code (or an okay idea) to go from the circuit breaker to a junction box in an attic and then split the circuit to be at two receptacles on either side of my garage? I want to run two tools on either side of the garage not at the same time, but don't want to take up the space in the panel with a dedicated circuit.
Also, say I did want to run the two tools at the same time - they are 6-20P plugs 12 amps - could I install a 30 amp breaker connected to two 20 amp receptacles?
No, the breaker must be no higher than 20 amp.
Nice video. Do you have one on how to feed the wire up from the garage to the 2 story house attic and down to a room far away from the breaker ?
Thank you. No I do not.
Great video! Do you have to balance the breaker amps on the left and right side of the panel?
It’s not a big time must do, but it’s a good idea.
The balance doesn't change because you're drawing the same amount from each side.
You should mention panels that have two main breakers One at the top And one in the middle. Great video Did you get permits for the old house ?
Yes that would’ve been a good idea. And yes I did, just in time for the lock down. I’ve been working on it. I did make a few videos on it .
Good job the only thing I would do different is use a RS cover instead of the raised ring, gives a cleaner look.
Good tip!
I wired an outlet just like this years ago for a compressor....now, I have a new compressor and only need 120v. If my understanding is correct I really only need to remove the marking tape from my white wire, attach the white to the neutral bus bar, and then wire in a 120v outlet...correct?
I think I might drop in two 120v breakers and run a 3 wire with ground, and then change out my box so I can have 2 outlets, each with their own protection.
Best video on installing a 240V outlet, thank you, question I'm putting a outlet outside under my carport to run a welder, what kind of box do I need?
You'll need a whats called a bubble cover. But really there are a few ways you can do this. Just ask at the store and you'll see.
@@Askmediy thanks, I saw few different types at Lowe's today, some was metal and some plastic.
@@kemarrance8755 Either one really. I like plastic for what you're doing
@@Askmediy Ok, I like the plastic more too, thanks for the advice, I'm going to get the plastic one.
I liked you immediately, dude. Good video, and no music. 👍🏼
why a return(neutral) is not required for this 240V wiring? good video very instructional and fun to watch every minute of it.thx
this setup does not use a neutral wire. The neutral wire is a return path back to the transformer, in other words, a balanced load
A great job explaining panel to outlet wiring!
Always great to hear. Thank you so much.
I loved your Demo,, short and to the point GREAT JOB!!
Thank you very much
It DOESNT matta!!! Great video. Thanks for posting.
I know some about panels but I watch anyway, to confirm or debunk my knowledge; just because I'm watching it doesn't mean that I don't know anything at all about them. Both breakers don't operate on the same bar!! I understand that
Great video. I would have liked to see closer how you hooked the ground wire in the receptacle box.
Thank you. The ground just hooks up to the ground of the receptacle.
You are awesome man I’m learning so much with you thank you
Thank you for the great tutorial. A couple questions: another video said to have the ground on top and the two hots on the bottom. They said it protects it if the cord gets hit or if water drips on it. I don’t quite understand that. You mentioned code and identifying the two hot wires…are there other NEC codes (for a simple install like your demonstration) that we should know about? I.e. fireproof grommet through the panel knockout or using a plastic vs a metal box for your switch. If you have the space on your panel can you install any size amp? Ex. 240v 50 amp double pole single throw switch without worrying about if there is enough power coming into the panel (dumb question but I, for one, don’t actually know how much juice I have coming into my house). Thank you very much for any clarification you can bring as I am about to install a 240v outlet next to my panel for my air compressor.
out of all videos this one is best
You bet lol. Thank you very much.
@@Askmediy copper wire gage i once bought a roll cost over 200 bucks i thinks its thick i could use it but i have regular cord wire from a long cord i would rather use that plus in going to run it in a fireproof pv pipe on out side of house i feel no wires should be inside walls in case of electrical fire and it too late to seeso which wire ? thick or regular?
Nicely explained yet we need to find you some electrically insulated screw drivers!
I have one question. Can I install a 240vac outlet in series with a wall heater or will this cause the breaker to trip? Or should all outlets and appliances have their own path to the breaker panel?
Thank you. Yeah I would run a separate line for each outlet.
Fascinating video on electrical instillation in America, Here in the UK its very different as you probably know. My question is here in the UK we have to use tork screwdrivers for every connection do you have this there?
No not at all. That's very interesting .
@@Askmediy
You have to in the state of Massachusetts .
@@sammax4245 nope, upstate NY
When you pigtail the ground from the outlet, does it run to the panel only, or is it grounded at the outlet box?
Been bit by 120 before, but i dont wanna get bit by 240 😂
Thank you for the lesson. Q1: How come the other white wires in the main box do not have red tape on them? Q2: As with DC wiring, how come you don’t have a red + and a black -negative wire?
Thanks again 🙏‼️‼️
You tape the wire to visually indicate it's a positive, when being used in that way. Those others are neutrals. I don't think anyone sells cables consisting of two blacks or two reds + plus ground.
Love the way you explained many thanks sir.
“Polarity, it doesn’t matter.” That was valuable.
Yeah I’m this case there is no polarity. Just two hots. In simple terms
Fantastic video! You have a great teaching style.
Tha o you so much. Always nice to hear
The warning on my tanning bed says voltage must be below 230 VAC or I may need a buck booster. I've got the same set up you just demonstrated, but don't have a meter to check it yet. I assume it will also be ~245. Any advise? After a quick search, those things appear to be pricey.
Just get a cheap meter and you’ll know for sure .
It took me an hour and a half to find her video to properly fix my receptacle outlet
Perfect explanations.thank you sir
Thanks...straight to the point...very helpful...
Great video...I'm planning to run wire to the kitchen for a new Lg dual range stove burners are gas, inside is electric rated for 40amp..my old stove was 120...What kind of breaker doni need, double pole 40amp? And what size wire?...Thanks again.
Yes a new breaker will be needed. #8 wire for 40 amps
I am installing a Power: 240V / 2,800W / 12A Sauna about a 50' wire run. Should I stick with 12AWG or go up to 10AWG? Great Video thanks.
For 12 amp a 12 wire would be fine.
this was a great video. I was able to follow you like a student.
Awesome! Thank you!
Great Video. I want to install two nema 6-20R outlets in the garage for a printer that uses both power chords for printing and curing the ink (3A &16A). Which breaker and wire can I use? Can both outlets be wired to one breaker?
Thank you. No one outlet, one breaker.
Thank you. I might need to run a 240v from the basement to the garage. I'm 50 years old and would like to learn/work as an electrician. How did you learn (maybe you can do a video on how you became an electrician) and what's the best way for me to approach this, Tech school, apprenticeship or what? I'll appreciate your opinion.
This I can tell you. See about joining the local electrical union.
@@Askmediy Thank you. Found it online ibew Local 313. I'll try my best to start some apprenticeship training they are going to offer. Hope they don't have an age limit.
@@Ochi2000 My son started a few years and let me tell you, well worth it.
What a good teacher. Thank you for sharing
Thank you very very much
Do you wire this to inside breaker box or breaker box on the pole or can it be either one??
Awesome tutorial! I just subscribed, looking forward to gaining more practical knowledge from you. Thanks for posting!
Always my pleasure, thank you so much
I have NEMA 14-50 outlet, is there a plugin adaptor 6-50 that eliminates the neutral wire ? I don't have an EV yet. I may purchase a 220V car lift that could use the outlet.
thank you for this video very helpful :)
nice Video. Thank you for taking the time.
Great video but am confused as to where the yellow wire nut came from on the time from 7:29 to 7:31... You then talk about the ground wire so did you go from the metal box to the panel??? I cannot see a ground wire from the metal box to the panel itself.
Yes the yellow wire nut is from the bounding from the metal box to the wire. But remember if you use a plastic box, it would be bounded
What gauge wire should I use for a 240 outlet that is going to be run almost 100foot? Also it will be on a 50amp breaker. Thanks so much hope to hear back from you.
www.askmediy.com/electrical-wire-size-calculator/
so if i turn the main off which my box is a 200 amp service box and off with the breaker i should be fine??? funny thing my box is mounted on the wall that directly behind the wall ill be wiring the outlet for an air compressor you made this real easy ive just dont know about the ground at the box... ill probably find more grounds when i take the cover off.. thanks
Yes, even though the main is off there still is power in the panel. Just not on the breaker bars.
What if I'm installing a sub panel 30 ft away from the Main Panel, Do I need to drive down a SEPARATE grounding rod for the sub panel
Only if it's in a building not attached to the building with the main panel
How would you run another 20/250 receptacle off the one you just added? Pig trails? Great video! Thanks!
Could you yes. Would I? No. Just think about the amp draw.
Pig tails/wire nuts are OK. But Leviton and others do make duplex receptacles for 240 that use the same plug style and have a 2nd pair of screws on the back.
The concept of adding additional outlets is the same as for 120 ... when using any of them, stay below the load limit or the breaker will trip. In this example the circuit is 20A.
When you see a house with 2-3-4 or whatever 15A outlets on the same 15A breaker, any ONE of them could max out the breaker, depending on the appliance being powered up. But, they know most people never use more than one thing at a time that uses big power.
For example, the reason why you can use TV, phone charger, desk lamp all on the same circuit is because added up they likely don't go over the load limit. Now add a hair dryer and things change.
Very well and simply explaining. Thank you Sir.
Thank you very much
Thank you. Is the size / appearance different between a 120v 20 amp receptacle and a 240v 20 amp receptacle?
Same wire, 12 gauge 20 amp. Just wired differently.
Dominic, does it matter if you put the ground and the neutral wire on the same side or do they need to separated?
Using the correct 220 volt outlet the ground and one of the hots will be on the side of the outlet, however it’s two hots, not a neutral
you are alright ... i wish you showed every single steps and every single detail
One question. Does it require to be installed in a metal box or can I put this 240 plug in the standard blue nail-in-box. Thanks
Either or. If you use metal just make sure you ground it
Got it. By the way. What Items are used to plug into that type of outlet. Thanks
We are having someone install a 230v outlet for our Artic King 18000 btu air conditioner, but we need to purchase the supplies by Sunday. I'm thinking I need the 230 outlet which looks exactly like yours, about 20 feet or so of wiring (can I assume 10/4?) and then also a breaker set unless our box has one not being used.. (can I assume I need a double 30 amp?)
The ac we are wiring for is the Arctic King 18000 btu wwk18cw02n
The assumptions I made were what I had seen when I googled info about the air conditioner being installed, but I would love confirmation about those
Wire size and breaker size all depends on the amperage. How many amps is your ac rated for? In this video I’m using /2 wire. No neural
The side of the ac says 7.3/7.8, but the plug/cords says 15A
So you would use 12/2 wire and a 20 amp two pole breaker. Just like in this video
@@Askmediy thank you so much, that makes it cheaper too - I appreciate it!