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    sirwarwicks Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Feb 8, 2010, 10:22 AM
    Can you put two 12 awg romex in 1 connector leagally
    Does the average romex connector leagally according to the nec have the capabillity to put 2-12 awg in the 1/2 inch romex connector.I am in afghanistan right now
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    Feb 8, 2010, 10:32 AM

    I cannot speak to Afghanistan's electrical code, but here in the U.S.A. the answer is yes.

    Just for clarification, Romex is a trade name exactly the same as Kleenex is used for Tissue Paper.

    "NM" meaning Non Metallic, is a better description of the cable type.
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    Feb 8, 2010, 02:03 PM
    Connectors will be rated by UL to handle more than one cable, and what size.
    Best to confirm with the product's datasheet.
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