Need electricity to hook up 220v Master Light Controller

Duddy Wins

New Member
I have an autopilot MLC-4 and needs to be wired into breaker box, $$$ & Toke bongsmilie


Just a sample photo of the box, Live in PORTLAND, ME
 

tet1953

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I am not an electrician so I can't help you get the job done. That looks like a pretty small box to me, is this an apartment? I ask because I wonder if what is feeding that small box is a breaker from another, main box. If so, you might be limited in how much amperage is available to you. First question to answer is what kind of amperage is feeding that box. Next question is how much of that is currently used in existing circuits. Next, what is the requirement for the new device, and is there enough amperage to service it? If so, then it is a fairly simple matter to install a new (double pole, if necessary) breaker to accommodate an outlet for the device. Assuming there is physical space on the board for the new breaker.
 

Duddy Wins

New Member
haha No, I have a house in Maine where I will be setting this up, The picture is the AutoPilot MLC-4. I need someone to hook up the 240 volt and replace the old circuit breaker fuse for a 30AMP. Not sure what standard household ones are. This MLC will allow me to run everything in the house without pop'n breakers. Id like to get another 600 HPS tooo
 

Duddy Wins

New Member
Im giving it till the weekend, and Im going at it. Any tips on how to not fu*k my shit up, much appreciated
 

tet1953

Well-Known Member
Ok, you still need to do the math on available amperage, physical space for breaker, etc. Also very important to use proper wire for the circuit to the outlet. Plain ole 14-2 won't cut it. You'll need at least 12-3, maybe 10-3. There are tons of tutorials online, I've learned a lot that way. "How to wire new 220" for example.
 
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