Electric Range Wiring

[komobu]

Hi;

I had a gas range in my kitchen. I want to install an electric range. Should I use 6 gauge or 8 gauge wiring?

Thanks Pat

[RBM]

#6 copper will be sufficient for any residential electric range. #8 copper will be sufficient for most residential electric ranges

[John Grabowski]

Definitely #6 if you will getting a double oven with that or an oven with a warming drawer..

[bob haller]

gas is far better for burners.

by the time you add a new breaker, proper cable etc etc. remember 4 wire cable and receptable is now required

you will find it far cheaper to stick with gas.........

[Steve Barker]

depends.

[fftt]

How about a manufacturer & model number?

What is the current draw? How big is the circuit breaker?

cheers Bob

[mm]

Good point. And I've never been able to broil a steak well with electric.

[bob haller]

gas probably costs less to operate too. the instant heat instant off makes frying etc easier

[Stormin Mormon]

Natural gas gives you a heat source when the electric is off. I've used mine several times, for emergency heat.