dilln12
Nov 17, 2008, 09:30 PM
Can you use 15 amp outlet plug on a 20 amp breaker
Washington1
Nov 17, 2008, 09:59 PM
can you use 15 amp outlet plug on a 20 amp breaker
A receptacle with a 15 or 20 amp rating can be installed on a 20A circuit.
If the receptacle is rated for 15amps only, then no.
stanfortyman
Nov 18, 2008, 05:05 AM
If it is a duplex receptacle then yes, you can install a 15A receptacle on a 20A circuit.
A 15A simplex (single) receptacles cannot be on a 20A circuit.
This does not apply to Canada.