- What is 10/2 NM-B wire used for?
- It feeds 30-amp, 240-volt circuits: water heaters, electric dryers, ranges and large AC units. It is for indoor dry locations, run through framing without conduit.
- Does it include a ground wire?
- Yes. It has two insulated conductors plus a bare copper ground, so it works with grounded outlets and appliances.
- Can I use it outdoors or underground?
- No. NM-B is rated for indoor dry locations only. Use UF cable for buried or wet runs.
- How does 10/2 compare with 12/2 and 14/2?
- 10-gauge carries 30 amps, 12-gauge 20 amps and 14-gauge 15 amps. Choose 10/2 for heavy appliances and 12/2 or 14/2 for general lighting and outlets.
- Is it hard to strip and bend?
- The solid copper is stiff, so bending in tight boxes takes effort. Strip carefully with a knife or stripper sized for 10-gauge to avoid nicking the copper.
- Where is the Cerrowire 10/2 NM-B Copper Electrical Wire with Ground, 250 ft cheapest?
- At St. Clair Building Center, for $2.13, 96% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Cerrowire 10/2 NM-B Copper Electrical Wire with Ground, 250 ft?
- 4 stores we checked sell it, including St. Clair Building Center, Spence Hardware & Supply, eBay, Walmart.