What size wire do you need for a load that pulls 9600 VA 208 volts?

To determine the appropriate wire size for a load of 9600 VA at 208 volts, first calculate the current using the formula: Current (I) = Power (VA) / Voltage (V). This gives us 9600 VA / 208 V = 46.15 amps. According to the NEC (National Electrical Code), for a continuous load, you should size the wire for 125% of the load, which would be 57.69 amps. Therefore, you would typically use a wire size of at least 6 AWG copper or 4 AWG aluminum, but check local codes and conditions for final determination.