teneubec35
Oct 24, 2006, 08:16 AM
I'm remodeling my basement, & putting in a lot of elec'l outlets. Wondering how many outlets, or how do I figure how many, I can put on one ckt brkr. I'm using no. 14 Romex & 15 amp brkr.
Tom :confused:
tkrussell
Oct 24, 2006, 08:26 AM
There is no code or restriction as to the maximum quantity of outlets on a circuit in a residential installation.
The code for all others,such as commercial, industrial, etc. is 180 va(watts) per outlet, which means, a 15 amp circuit can have a max of 1800 watts, or 10 outlets.
This code is often used as a guideline in residential. Not necessary to follow, but, if these outlets will be used with a great deal of load, you may want to consider installing more than one circuit.
bhayne
Oct 24, 2006, 08:38 AM
The Canadian Electrical Code suggests allowing at least 1A per outlet. The maximum number of outlets that is permitted on a circuit is 12.
A 15A circuit can have a maximum load of 80% 15A = 12A (don't forget that 80% rule! )