[oneunleadedsoul]

I have 9-15amp receptacles on a circuit tied in the panel w/15amp breaker(12.27amp total) I would like to add a 10th that would still be under the load limit. Question is.. Would like to add one behind my flat panel to conceal, can I cut in between 2 receptacles and run my 12-2 straight up to my new box. Not into lectro lingo yet, hope this is understandable. Thanks, Mike

[WallyHelps]

Mike,
I think I follow you, so here is my advice.

If you're already drawing 12.27 amps on the circuit, you better make sure your flat panel won't draw more than a couple of amps. I bet it does. If you don't always have the 12 amp load on the circuit, then you might be all right... just don't cut it too close.

Assuming you can handle the flat panel's load, I would run a 14-2 wire (you don't need 12 gauge, and it is harder to work with) from ONE of the existing outlets up to your new outlet behind the TV. Unfortunately, this most likely means crossing through some studs, which means it is more difficult. You can't really hack into the middle of the run because the wire will be too tight to do anything with and you must enclose wire connections in a box.

What is on the wall behind the TV? Is there an outlet there? If so, I'd hook into that.

My opinions are based on my experience, not necessarily electrical code. I just don't want your TV to keep popping a breaker during the final play of the game. Nor do I want you to fry your house.

Best of luck,
WallyH

[KISS]

You can purchase recessed outlet boxes.

I don't know the meaning of "cut in".

You can wire to the nearest outlet, but pigtail that outlet to joined connectors in the box.

As wally says, you may have to go through a joist sideways. There are special bits to do this. Lowe's sells them. When using the bits, I's recommend using a metal low voltage mounting ring just while your steering the bit.

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