I Ingkoy New member Messages 3 Reaction score 0 Location Oraibi Oct 31, 2024 #1 I'm installing an 80-amp EV charger in my new house. I need to run a 60-foot wire indoors. What type of 3 AWG wire should I use?
I'm installing an 80-amp EV charger in my new house. I need to run a 60-foot wire indoors. What type of 3 AWG wire should I use?
S Sarah Active member Messages 43 Reaction score 7 Location California Nov 3, 2024 #2 You can use THHN/THWN-2 copper wire or suitable aluminum wire.
L LightningStrike Member Messages 11 Reaction score 0 Location KY Jan 7, 2025 #3 Yeah, definitely use copper wire. The instructions say to use 3 AWG for the hot wires and 6 AWG for the ground. Also, the wires coming out of the charger get pretty warm when it's charging, so I wouldn't risk using aluminum.
Yeah, definitely use copper wire. The instructions say to use 3 AWG for the hot wires and 6 AWG for the ground. Also, the wires coming out of the charger get pretty warm when it's charging, so I wouldn't risk using aluminum.
P PerfectStorm Member Messages 7 Reaction score 0 Location MN Jan 17, 2025 #4 For your 80-amp EV charger, go with 3 AWG THHN wire for indoor use. It’s rated for high temps and works well for residential installs.
For your 80-amp EV charger, go with 3 AWG THHN wire for indoor use. It’s rated for high temps and works well for residential installs.
