Recent content by Chipz

So what's my alternative, have an electrician come install a 30 amp dryer breaker? How would i then use that breaker to run power to my lights? I've only seen subpanels, i'm not too familiar with wires coming directly out from an actual breaker. What would this setup look like, and would i be...

Currently the outlet that is located where the washer/dryer should go is a standard 110 outlet with two plugs. I think via extension cords i've got it worked out now, even running an additional 15000btu a/c in the loop. I'm going to run 3k plus two additional 600's for a total of 4200w. I've...

How exactly did you run the power from the dryer 30 amp breaker to a light timer? What does the wiring look like, and what diameter cable etc. This is exactly what i want to do with mine, funny you already have it ;)

Maybe i haven't given enough details. I'd like to run as much wattage as possible from this breaker box. I have at least 4 1000's and 2 600's and can easily buy more. All my lights are currently wired for 110. I was asking about the 220 option simply because i had heard that it was 'more...

You guys are funny.. of course i wouldn't attempt to do anything myself!!! But seriously, thanks for the warning :) Could you explain how the dryer has anything to do with this? Yes, the unit does have a dryer hookup but in all the units the electrician has to change the outlet to 220 by...

One last question.. I know that each apartment unit is on its own meter with the DWP. Also,there is no 'main' switch to kill power to the unit like in most homes. Usually, building maintenance has to go to a room somewhere to cut the power when they are making repairs and want to shut down...

Thanks so much for your knowledge. And prompt responses. You rock!

Yes there are two columns. What does it mean that 220 uses half the amps? Can i run two 1000w on a 210 line at the same breaker capacity as a single 1000w on a 110 line? Trying to make sense of this.. Thanks.

Hi. Thanks for all the great input! I take it from the previous discussions that we are talking about a 220v 'subpanel' that would be added to the existing breaker box, am i right? I don't think my situation requires a subpanel, but i am inclined to run my ballasts at 220 to help stay under...

Hello there Everyone, I'm on a mission to find the most efficient method to collect runoff water that comes with growing in a coco-based medium. Anyone who has ever grown in coco (or soil) knows that runoff water can be quite a nuisance. Aside from just being plain old messy, runoff water...

er.. when you say you've done it in this fashion previously, what was the wattage of the project? Was it an apartment or residential? New or old building? I'm talking about 4 total, not a single. Are you suggesting using four 600s instead of four 1000s? Need some clarification. Thanks in...

I'm in the same situation. Looking to run 4000w in an apartment but haven't played with the breakers yet. I was able to pull two 600s, plus all the extra equipment, plus all my home needs on a previous project, but i'm not sure if maybe that building had higher electrical ratings than most...