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    Jan 19, 2012, 03:15 PM
    What's the maximum amount of electrical outlets that can be connected in parallel?
    What's the maximum amount of electrical outlets that can be connected in parallel using a 15 Amp or 20 Amp breaker? I'm supposed to search this for an assignment, but I can't seem to find one straight answer...
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    Jan 19, 2012, 03:35 PM
    The answer depends on your location.

    In the US under the NEC you can look for 220.14(I)
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    Jan 19, 2012, 04:17 PM
    I am not an electrician but I do not think there is a limit on how many receptacles can be installed. Building and electric codes will say how far apart they can be and how many in a room but won't limit the number.
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    Jan 19, 2012, 04:19 PM
    What is this assignment for? This is pretty easy stuff in the electrical world, didn't they give you a study manual or course guides?
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    Jan 19, 2012, 07:06 PM
    I believe that the breaker should protect the wire size in a circuit. You can have 20 oulets on a circuit, but at the end of the day the breaker must protect the wire. Where I come from anyway..
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    Jan 20, 2012, 05:00 AM
    Cvander, Please refer to the Code that allows twenty outlets on any circuit.

    Superst, Stan gave you some direction, assuming your located in the USA, and assuming non-residential situation, and can be used for residential.
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