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    Feb 10, 2007, 08:59 AM
    Electrical circuits
    How many electrical receptacles can go on a 15 amp circuit.

    How many can type lights with a 60 watt light bulbs can go on a 15 amp circuit.
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    Feb 10, 2007, 09:34 AM
    24- 60 watt lamps, the total maximum 1440 watts,can be on a 15 amp circuit.

    A widely used guide is 8 receptacles on a 15 amp circuit.
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