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    Nov 17, 2012, 09:25 AM
    Max watt for 20amp breaker
    I'm adding a 2nd bathroom with it's own dedicated 20 amp circuit, 120 volt. There will be one receptical, 2-seperate light fixtures, and one 70 cfm exhaust fan. Can I also add a 1000 watt heater to same circuit?
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    Nov 17, 2012, 09:37 AM
    I definitely would not, but it would be within code.
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    Nov 17, 2012, 12:15 PM
    Thank you for a quick response. If adding a 1000 watt 120 volt heater to a 20 amp circuit is code approved, why would you definitely not? Appreciate opinion.
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    Nov 17, 2012, 03:40 PM
    Because someone can plug a curling iron and hair dryer in and your breaker will trip.
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    Nov 17, 2012, 05:39 PM
    Also, you will have no light in the room if the breaker is tripped for that or any other reason.
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