Did you say the same #12 circuit is still there? I would be inclined to take it for a test ride.... [Linked Image], meter it out....

On the job, the scenario that Scott describes is played out quite often. I mean those jobs where it's a good 200 or so feet from the temp service, and all the subs have added 5 times that in cords that are maybe #14 along with a multitude of splitters.

All the motorized tools dim the lights...cords start to melt snow....the carpenter binds up something in his tablesaw....everything functions, but the signs and symptoms are all there

Is there any accounting for motor inrush vs. the VD formula ? If not, would'nt every motor circuit be in VD violation?
( that sounds to obscene to ever be a code!)

Can the formula be done seperately for inductive & resistive parts for your washer?

More Q's than A's again... [Linked Image]

I usually do the math,( the figures i posted are from Mike Holt's software) and give it to the customer, tell them to talk it around, especially in possible disputes like you might be headed.


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