10 gauge wire prices

[saabman]

So I am in HD looking for some 10 gauge inside wire to run a 220V 30 amp circuit. They have an assortment of 10/3 W/G with the 50 ft prepak coils priced at $89 and the 100 ft prepaks at $129, OUCH. But then I see 10/2 W/G in 250 ft prepaksl for $129. Why such a premium on the 10/3 pricing, there is only a 1 conductor difference in the two cables. As I only need 10/2 W/G, the product choice was clear even though it was more wire than I needed. Even more curious is their cut to lengh bulk wire is only available (in store) in 10/3 W/G

Chris

 

[gatchel]

Cut length is probably only in 10-3 because it is common for an electric dryer run. Most window A/C units run of 120v 20a circuits...just thinking out loud here....the next most common appliance in a house would be an electric range...not 100% sure really.

 

[tdkkart]

The first thing you need to do is get the hell out of Home Depot when shopping for wire. I first notice this last summer, and I've checked it a couple time since when I had time or reason to go to both stores locally.
We have Menards here, along with HD and Lowes. I won't go into a Lowes store but did shop Menards and HD wire prices, found Menards to be CONSIDERABLY cheaper than HD.


Here's that thread:
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=42733&showall=1

 

[mrb]

home depot wire prices move slower than the market. HD is slow to raise them, and last to lower them.

 

[Charles (in GA)]

the next most common appliance in a house would be an electric range...not 100% sure really.

For 10 gauge wire, probably a water heater.

They price stuff that moves cheaper than stuff that doesn't move. If there is no demand for 10/3 then it is going to be higher priced.

Charles

 

[Norcal]

10/3 would be used on a dryer, cooktops & sometimes ovens, 10/2 water heater, or a A/C unit.

 

[Shocker]

Bought 10/2 Romex brand from Lowes for $56 for a 50ft roll. 30amp compressor circuit.

 

[Dolfan]

I just picked up 10/2 Southwire brand 50ft pack from HD for about $56 as well. Looks like Lowes and HD are keeping these commodities close in price, even across the country.

 

[Cuda]

With all that being said, I don't know if I would ever run a 220V line again without a third conductor for a potential neutral at least. More and more you are seeing 220 V appliances that have some type of 110 control on it that needs the 3rd conductor. Your current application may not need it, but down the road things will change and you may have a need for something else there that will require a neutral.
Just a thought from someone who has had to bring in an entire new circuit more than once for this very reason.

 

[W-Cummins]

With all that being said, I don't know if I would ever run a 220V line again without a third conductor for a potential neutral at least. More and more you are seeing 220 V appliances that have some type of 110 control on it that needs the 3rd conductor. Your current application may not need it, but down the road things will change and you may have a need for something else there that will require a neutral.
Just a thought from someone who has had to bring in an entire new circuit more than once for this very reason.

Ok, I'll bite

Such as?? Other than a dryer (some what common in a garage) or a range/oven/cook top ( uncommon in a garage). What appliances would you put into your garage and plug into a 240V wall plug that needs a 240v/120v connection.

William....