#240V 50 AMP BREAKER INSTALL#

The other option is a 100A (minimum) subpanel in the garage. You can then take advantage of the full 48A output (which necessitates a 60A circuit rating). This allows you to simply replace the receptacle and breaker with a direct-wire Tesla Wall Connector. Order on Amazon, along with the matching 2-1/2 inch faceplate, and simply hand it to the electrician for install.įuture proofing suggestion would be to go up to 6AWG THHN now. I'd also upgrade to an industrial NEMA 14-50R like the Hubbell HBL9450A receptacle, rather than using the contractor grade one they carry in the truck.

#240V 50 AMP BREAKER INSTALL#

Have the electrician install the 50A breaker, as that is exactly what the 8AWG THHN is rated at (75C). Is there any disadvantage or risk in installing a 50 amp breaker?Ĭan the level 2 evse charging cable that came with the car accept 50 amps / be put on a 50 amp circuit, just fine? I would like to use the outlet to power a future electric car, such as a tesla model y, in the future, in addition to my current 2019 leaf plus (obviously not at the same time, they would take turns).Īnd for what it is worth, I am having the electrical work permitted, so it does have to pass inspection. He is willing to put in the 50 amp breaker, though he recommends a 40 amp breaker. Siemens B250 50-Amp Double Pole 120/240-Volt 10KAIC Bolt in. He will be using 8 gauge THHN wire, that is rated for 50 amps, and the 40 and 50 amp breakers cost the same. Siemens Q230 30-Amp 2 Pole 240-Volt Circuit Breaker Size: 30 Amp Model: Q230 Tools & Home Improvement. However, the manual, as well as some internet searches and some posts on here, appear to point to a 50 amp breaker. Therefore, my electrician wants to install a 40 amp breaker. The charging cable (level 2 evse) that came with my 2019 Leaf Plus SL says it draws 30 amps at 240 volts.

240v 50 amp breaker