Yes, you can run 220V and 110V circuits in the same conduit according to the National Electrical Code, provided you follow specific rules for safety and code compliance. Both circuits are considered the same voltage classification in the NEC, since 220V is typically two 110V legs, so they are allowed to share conduit as long as all conductors have an insulation rating sufficient for the highest voltage present, which is 600V for standard THHN/THWN wire. You must also account for conduit fill, you cannot exceed 40 percent fill for three or more conductors, and you must derate the ampacity when you have more than three current-carrying conductors in a single conduit. For example, 4 to 6 conductors require derating to 80 percent. All circuits in the same conduit must share the same ground path and must originate from the same panel unless separated by a barrier, and you cannot mix line voltage with low voltage like thermostat or data wiring. The practical concern is that running a 240V heavy load like an air conditioner with a 120V lighting circuit can cause inductive heating and make troubleshooting harder, so many electricians prefer separate conduits for clarity, but it is legally permissible if fill, derating, and insulation ratings are respected and all conductors are properly identified.
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