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Old 12-04-2010, 11:47 PM  
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For future reference, how many things can you put on a 15 amp breaker? It's been a long time since I actually did the work.


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Old 12-05-2010, 01:35 PM  
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1800 watts.


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Old 12-05-2010, 02:15 PM  
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How many things do you all put on a 15-amp breaker?
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Old 12-06-2010, 08:40 AM  
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I am reposting this question just to make sure it's noticed. How many things do you all put on a 15-amp breaker?
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Old 12-06-2010, 03:02 PM  
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As with most things electrical, there is no one-size-fits-all answer.

How many can you? As many as you want in a residential application.
There are lots of codes and determining factors that would limit the number of items on a circuit in a residence though.

How many would I? Typically between 6-10 "items".
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Limit is 12 outlets on a circuit in Canada.


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