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john_hartman
03-29-2010, 01:21 PM
I am moving my 9648 alpha w/2.2hs spindle into a new building soon. I have two possible locations within the space; 1) right next the breaker box and 2) about 50 linear feet away. The 50ft spot is what I would like to do. Could there be any issues with the power being that far away?

gc3
03-29-2010, 01:25 PM
No, just size the cable for the needed run.


Gene

Gary Campbell
03-29-2010, 08:23 PM
John...
Like Gene says, if wire is sized correctly, no problems. I have done this inside the same building. Moved the machine from right next to the panel to 70' away. We installed a 100A sub panel and have experienced no loss of power, etc.

john_hartman
03-30-2010, 08:42 AM
Thanks, guys. I have 10 AWG and 12 AWG wire. I'm pretty sure the 10 is going to the spindle and 12 to the control box. I have heard that using an "electrical filter" can be helpful with extra long runs. Any opinions on this?