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    samcocat Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Nov 8, 2008, 08:09 PM
    Outlets to a 20 AMP?
    With the same wire, how many outlets can you connect to a 20 AMP ?
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    #2

    Nov 8, 2008, 08:33 PM

    For residential there is no limit?
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    Nov 9, 2008, 07:04 AM
    Kiss, is this a true question, or a typo?

    Quote Originally Posted by KeepItSimpleStupid View Post
    For residential there is no limit?
    Residential, per NEC, has no limits on outlets in a general purpose lighting circuit.

    Local codes may have a limit.

    Common sense prevails here, as few electricians will wire a residential circuit with unlimited ridiculous amount of outlets on a circuit.

    Knowing more about this circuit and the purpose would be helpful.
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    Nov 9, 2008, 07:17 AM
    This is always a loaded question.
    KISS' answer is correct. TK's explanation is even more correct.

    I know that Canadian code does put limits to number of receptacles on a circuit.
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    Nov 9, 2008, 07:22 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by stanfortyman View Post
    I know that Canadian code does put limits to number of receptacles on a circuit.
    Is the limit similar to the 180 VA per outlet for our nonresidential circuits?

    Is the CEC online as our NEC is?
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    Nov 9, 2008, 08:19 AM
    I'm really not sure. I just know from seeing it on these boards.
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    Nov 9, 2008, 09:49 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by KeepItSimpleStupid View Post
    For residential there is no limit?
    I agree!
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    Nov 9, 2008, 07:58 PM

    The only limit is the size of the HO's wallet.
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