Standard electric dryers draw 22-24 amps and require a dedicated 30-amp, 240-volt circuit.
| Recommended wire | 10/3 NM-B or 10 AWG THHN |
| Breaker | 30A double-pole |
| Voltage | 240V |
| Typical amperage | 30A |
| Circuit amperage | 30A |
| NEC reference | NEC 220.54 |
| Max recommended distance | 50 feet (without voltage drop concerns) |
A 4-wire connection (10/3 with ground) is required by current code. Older 3-wire connections (10/2) may exist but should not be used for new installations.