Appropriate for a two-pole 20-amp breaker or a single-pole 30-amp breaker. 8-gauge or 6-gauge wire Used for 40-, 50- and 60-amp two-pole breakers; large appliances. Also used to serve subpanels.

What to Look for in the Breaker Box Unless your home is very old and has never had its electrical service updated, it has 240-volt service from the street and into the main electrical panel as ...