Questions and Answers for Southwire 15 ft. 14/3 Solid Romex SIMpull CU NM-B W/G Wire

A:  Yes. 14 g is good for 15 Amps, most LED lights draw < 1 Amp (120 watts). But this could also be a wiring code issue. Some codes only allow so many lights per circuit.

A:  For information regarding whether this wire can be used for this, please contact our experts at CableTechSupport@southwire.com for the best answer.

A:  Compared to old fashioned incandescent lighting, LED lights consume relatively nothing in terms of current (amperage). Assuming that you're not running the length of the wire to some ridiculously long distance or have a stadium full of lights, you would be just fine. 14/3 is more than ample.

A:  Maybe.  The wire gauge must first be appropriate for the breaker that protects the circuit.  14 gauge requires a breaker of 15 amps or less.  If you have a 20 amp breaker, you need to wire the circuit using 12 gauge wire.  Next question is why 14/3 instead of 14/2.  Unless there is a reason to run both a hot & a switched circuit, you don't need 14/3.  14/2 is more likely what ou want.

A:  7.42 lbs. net

A:  7.88 lbs. according to Southwire

A:  This is flat.

A:  Flat

A:  14/3 is round 14/2 is flat

A:  Flat

A:  Flat

A:  Must be a mistake as 14 gauge is rated at 15A

A:  Thank you for bringing this to our attention, our 14/3 Solid Romex Simpull CU NM-B W/G Wire has an allowable ampacity of 15. We have corrected the "Max Amps" to reflect correctly now. Please allow 24 hrs for this change to be visible. The above advice is based upon the current edition of the National Electric Code (NEC). Free access to the latest version of the NEC is available online at www.nfpa.org/freeaccess. The NEC and local building codes regulate the types of wire and cable that can be used in specific electrical applications, as well as the manner of installation. Check your local building codes before you start any wiring and cable electrical project and be sure to obtain required permits. When your work is complete, always have it inspected for compliance with local codes to ensure that it has been safely installed.

A:  No. Not designed for direct burial. Use type UF.

A:  No, this white Romex wire has a paper separator, which can and could get wet. You need the grey colored romex wire for wire that is buried.

A:  No, this wire cannot be buried underground. For that application confirm amperage draw for appropriate size wire, then buy “UF” wire of the correct size. It should be “gray” color.

A:  No. Use can use this cable inside plastic or metal pipe underground, but not for direct burial

A:  The only way you can bury this wire is in conduit cannot be directly buried

A:  Easier and cheaper to use wires instead of cable, but yes.

A:  This NM (non metallic ) sheathed wire is rated for indoor use only. It can be used to supply outdoor rated wire that should be junctioned indoors before it goes outside. The wire required for out door direct burial has the designation of UF (underground feeder). The other option is running PVC conduit and use THHN-THWN rated wire inside. Also the best option is to hire a licensed electrician. Just a thought

A:  Yes

A:  Please check your local code but I don’t believe so. UF cable is underground direct burial rated. NM cable is not allowed in conduit.

A:  NM can never be used underground or outdoors even in conduit. Underground is a wet location and prohibited by code. UF is rated for wet locations and outdoors underground. Only sleeved for protection. Use conduit properly run and buried with THHN/THWN installed.

A:  I'm not sure what you mean by "pole", but to the best of my knowledge you should use 2-Gauge or larger, such as 2-2-4 or 2-2-2-4.

A:  For 100 amp you need #8 copper or #6 aluminum

A:  I would suggest you get a qualified electrician out there to examine the site there are too many factors to judge from just a simple question on this platform

A:  Hire a real electrician for that.

A:  You need a 3-3-3-5 copper SER cable to carry 100 amps (that's three #3 gauge for the two hot wires and the neutral and a #5 gauge for the ground). If you want to use aluminum, you need at least #2 gauge

A:  No. This gauge of wire is not suitable for your set up. You may want to run at least 10# (copper) . Use of incorrect wiring will result in a fire. In addition you need at least a 30amp breaker.

A:  This wire is rated for 15 amps. I would expect that your welder uses more power than that. Even a small mig requires a 20 amp circuit which would require #12 wire.

A:  I wouldn't. This is for low amperage, used in 15 or 20 amp circuits. The size you should use for your welder depends on the welder's voltage & amperage, and the distance from panel to outlet. You're best advised to consult a licensed electrician. Unless burning your house down is a desired end result.....

A:  Since you are using three wires you must need 220/240 volts. As long as you use a double breaker so you disconnect both of the hot wires and your welder doesn't require more than 15 amps the 14/3 would work and assuming you are following electrical code for how you wire up the circuit.

A:  No. Use min 10/2 or 10/3 per local codes

A:  #14 AWG wire is only good for a 15 amp circuit. You should check the amperage requirements of your welder and consult with a Home Depot pro in the store for assistance.

A:  No probably not 14 gauge wire is only good for 15 amps. Most welders draw a lot more amperage than that. Amperage draw should be on the nameplate.

A:  78 lbs/1000 Ft

A:  colonialwire.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/WIRE-WEIGHTS1.pdf 18. 16. 8. 6. 4. 2. 14. 12. 10. 14. 12. 10. 8. 6. 4. 3. 2. 1. 1/0. 2/0. 3/0. 4/0. 250. 300. 350. 400. 500. 600. 750. 1000. 61. 3,088. SINCE 1992. WIRE WEIGHTS PER 1000 FEET (IN POUNDS). SIZE. 16. 4.92. 8. 19. 7.81. 12. SOLID. SOLID. SOLID. SOLID. SOLID. SOLID. SOLID. 19. 19. 19. 19. 19. 19. 19. 19. 19. 19. 19. 19. 19. 37. H

A:  3lbs

A:  The weight is above 60 to 70 pounds

A:  Figure it out weight a foot mutiply by 1000.

A:  Weight is 74 lbs/M

A:  Provided the circuit is protected by no more than a 15 amp fuse or circuit breaker, 14/3 Romex can be used to connect multiple light fixtures. However, unless light fixtures are 240 volt, 14/2 Romex would be a better cost effective choice, as the insulated third (red) wire in 14/3 would be unused for 120 volt light fixtures. The most common uses for 14/3 is for 3-way switching, older ceiling fan/light combinations, and 240 volt 15 amp loads.

A:  Yes, but a 15 amp switch leg is typically installed using 14-2 NM-B cable. Using 14-3 NM-B cable will work, but you will have an extra conductor you do not need. If for a switch loop then yes, use the 14-3 NM-B cable to also provide the required neutral conductor at the switch box.

A:  yes

A:  More info... 14/2 should surfice.

A:  Yes, you can use this wire to connect multiple light fixtures.