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    beowulf replied to the thread Confirming Wire and Conduit size.
    Peter, it seems that the 'detectable' tape is required - and 6" wide -at least the two brands they approve apparently sell that kind of...
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    beowulf reacted to ponytug's post in the thread Confirming Wire and Conduit size with Good Post Good Post.
    I'd check on the detection tape for power, because, if it is not locally required, there is no need as @grsthegreat pointed out. I still...
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    beowulf replied to the thread Confirming Wire and Conduit size.
    Got it, and thanks. I do recall that the subpanels - down line - need the separate busses- isolated. Appreciate your help.
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    beowulf reacted to grsthegreat's post in the thread Confirming Wire and Conduit size with Good Post Good Post.
    The main meter panel should have ground and neutrals bonded together on same buss. So your install is fine. So running the copper...
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    beowulf replied to the thread Confirming Wire and Conduit size.
    Replying to Ponytug and grsthegreat for their posts re grounding. This is what I have: The meter (first panel/GE) has a shut off breaker...
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    beowulf replied to the thread Confirming Wire and Conduit size.
    I thought the same - but the power company's material specifies a 6-inch-wide red caution tape 12 inches below grade and above the run...
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    beowulf replied to the thread Confirming Wire and Conduit size.
    Thanks, Peter, as I am still in the process of putting this all together, I can consider all options. As concerns the separation, as the...
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    beowulf replied to the thread Confirming Wire and Conduit size.
    Yeah, I have continued to check on all that is required - e.g., if I can put both water line and electric run in the same trench without...
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    beowulf replied to the thread Confirming Wire and Conduit size.
    Darkblack, Interesting point - and one I admit I do not fully understand - but thank you for your input. I will recheck the site - to...
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    beowulf replied to the thread Confirming Wire and Conduit size.
    Thanks to everyone. Very useful information! There will be shut offs at the meter panel - one main shutoff to shut off the power coming...
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    I need to run wire in underground conduit for a run of 140 feet from a meter/panel (on pole) to a 200-amp subpanel on a house daughter...
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