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    Nov 5, 2012, 01:41 PM
    If there is 14/2 wiring for lighting can I use 12/2 to run a switch?
    I was moving a switch to a ceiling like and I used 12/2. when I finished I realized that all the wiring for the lights was done with 14/2. is it OK?
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    Nov 5, 2012, 02:07 PM
    As long as the breaker is a 15 amp it is OK. A lot of electricians run a 12AWG to a junction box and then 14 AWG from that. Use a 15 Amp breaker with the 12 AWG and you help reduce voltage drop.
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    Nov 5, 2012, 06:14 PM
    Thanks a ton
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