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    Oct 10, 2011, 08:40 AM
    Should I use 12-3 or 14-2 wire for ceiling can lighting?
    Should I use 12-3 or 14-2 wire for ceiling can lighting?
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    Oct 10, 2011, 08:42 AM
    Do can lights on 15-amp or 20-amp circuit?
    Should I put new front port 3-can lights on 15-amp or 20-amp circuit?
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    Oct 10, 2011, 08:45 AM
    I merged your two related questions.


    A 15 amp circuit with #14-2 wire is fine.
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