I have an 18k unit coming but how many 12 ga wires do I need to run? I've heard 2, 3 or 4?
1991762
My mini split is model WYE018GLFI15RL and has a minimum circuit ampacity of 14 A, so I ran 14-2-with ground on 15 amp 220v circuit, to a disconnect then to the outdoor unit.Wire harness is supplied for wiring the indoor unit.check out Highseer.Com for their color sales and technical brochure.
1991763
I got the 18k unit as well, we used 10 ga.... 10 3 with ground (whatever that means)
1991764
My mini split is model WYE018GLFI15RL and has a minimum circuit ampacity of 14 A, so I ran 14-2-with ground on 15 amp 220v circuit, to a disconnect then to the outdoor unit. Wire harness is supplied for wiring the indoor unit. check out Highseer.Com for their color sales and technical brochure.
1991765
If the unit is 220. 4 wires.Number 1. 110. Number 2. 110. Number 3. Neutral. Number 4. Ground.
1991766
You need to run 12/2 wire with a ground. So, three wires. Black to one leg of 220, white to the other leg, and bare to ground. No neutral is required.
1991767
The unit only requires three conductors to supply the unit. Two of the conductors are energized (hot) and the third is a grounding conductor. If you elect to use a cable with black, white and (green or bare), the white wire should re-identified on both ends with black tape to identify the wire as being hot. White insulated conductors normally indicate that the wire is a "neutral"" or in code terms "a grounded conductor". Thus the need to re-identify the white wire as hot.
433469
It needs two wires for 24volts. Just installed one at my home. It's a great thermostat and install is not difficult, just give yourself an afternoon to make it look nice. Good luck
521970
I used 16ga. Speaker wire that came on a reel. I did not use any connectors just plains ends connected to speaker and receiver. Works great.
967572
I can't say for certain the gauge of the wire since it's installed but I would guess 12. I only remember two wires.
1537364
4 wires, these are universal and will need to be spliced into your original wireing. all come with instructions to install. very easy to install and come with connectors. You will need a tool to crimp and acut wires
1209894
I would use 12 2 in make sure your not over the amps on the lights U use on 12 2 might check with your local codes the grey wire is 12 2 but it's got a coating on it for outside use make sure your not over powering the current on the breakers u use all factors should be note get a amp tester check your volts on the lights in how many lights your going to have in the circut
1600664
It is defiantly not 20 awg or 18 awg, I would say about 24 or less. Wouldn't run more then an few amp through it transient. Maybe 1 amp constant.
2135251
Mine in running two 12g wires to it i wouldn't rec anything larger. Smallest size i have running to it is 22g
806072
14 wire is borderline and i used 12 -2 two hots and one ground wire works like a charm did not use 3 wire only black and white hot and copper ground
1271554
It was definitely 4AWG when I purchased mine. This is a very nice kit and the 4AWG wiring is VERY flexible because it has a high conductor count. Was very easy to work with.
2035909
I just used the wires supplied from the unit itself. Simple 3 wire connection. There are no additional connections or additional wire needed. Simple instructions will show you where to connect them. Should you have any issues, please let me know. You will be very happy with this unit. I am. Ron, Mesa, AZ PS remember to shut off A/C unit breaker before attempting to install.
1872829
I use a lot of 16 thru 12 ga. wire depending on current draw. Connectors are available very heavy current to the lighter stuff, i.e., 22 ga. Do a search and see. de K0xxx
1757394
Well, its 12.5 amps per unit, so if its the only thing you are using you can have 8 running at the same time. I have 2 and they take care of my needs. But it ultimately depends on what else you have running.
1107407
I went with 14Ga. The connection ports will accommodate 12 but for all intensive purposes I felt the 14Ga over the length of run I have,(20ft) was sufficient to give them full power.
1280699
First thing to check is if you have 4 or 5 wires going to your old thermostat. If you only have 4, there are some work arounds, but you will most likely need to do a new run with 18/5 wire Southwire 64169622 5 Conductor 18/5 Thermostat Wire, 18-Gauge Solid Copper Class 2 Power-Limited Circuit Cable, 50-Feet, Brown
811392
It's load at 12 volts is 3.8 watts which is less than 1/3 of an amp. You would be more than safe to drive 3 of them on 18ga wire and a 2 amp fuse.
2169866
i don't remember what was installed; prob'ly 5A or so. Given the small wire gauge, I don't think it'd be wise to increase that any.