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    Dec 26, 2007, 08:44 AM
    Gfci's outlet protection for 20 amp circuits
    I am installing a 100amp service in my garage how many outlets will a gfci protect
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    Dec 26, 2007, 09:15 PM
    You can get 20 amp gfci outlets. Where I come from code is maximum 12 outlets on one circuit. If you are running 20 amp outlets, you must run #12 wire.
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