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  • Sep 26, 2006, 03:56 PM
    gec06
    Merge two posts from one OP
    I have a single 20 amp basement outlet with a 20 amp breaker and #12 wire with ground. Can I tap into that outlet as a source of power for 8 recessed lights in that room? Can I use #14 wire to the lights from the outlet? Should I power to the light switch first from the outlet? Thanks in advance for any help on this matter.

    Can #14 wire be used on a 20 amp home circuit if it is to be used only for lighting in a single room.
  • Sep 26, 2006, 05:38 PM
    tkrussell
    The entire circuit needs to be #12 wire for a 20 amp circuit, no shortcuts here.

    Powering the light switch from the point closest to the panel is best, due to the load of the recess lights.
  • Sep 27, 2006, 08:38 AM
    bhayne
    I would use #14 wire and replace the 20A breaker with a 15A breaker. That would be more standard for lighting!

    I would think that you would be able to find spare 15A breakers already in the panel; if not they are cheap.

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