Dedicated Lines


I have a question about the optimal way to run a dedicated line. I currently have 3 dedicated circuits for my 2 channel equipment. One thing I noticed after the installation is that they all travel though the same metal conduit to the breaker box. I wonder how "dedicated" they really are if they are in the same conduit. Also, I do not remember what guage and brand of wire was used for the run. What is the "best"? The run is fairly short (30ft would be a guess). Lastly, they all go to a subpanel that has very few things on it (runs the pool and an outdoor fountain). Should it be grounded at the street? Are there some code restrictions on that?
Thanks in advance for your responses.
bflowers

Showing 1 response by markphd

Being in the same conduit doesn't affect their dedication. They are dedicated if they have their own breaker back at the box.

However, there is another consideration. When you run cables in close proximity to one another for more than a few feet, such as when they are bundled together or in a conduit, then the electrical code(where I live)requires that their capacity be downgraded. So there shouldn't be too many things drawing power from it. How much depends on the size of the cable, the power draw of what is plugged into the outlet, and for what length the lines are together.

I would have preferred plastic conduit rather than metal. Howwever, it is possible that your electrician is using the metal conduit as a ground.