You could but is it a total waste of money and is overkill. Use 12/2 with ground on all 120 volt outlets and light switches.
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∙ 12y agoAssuming this is not an office of a place where lots of the outlets will be used to power items that draw lots of current on a 15 amp circuit wired with 14/2 wire I would limit it to no more than 10 outlets and lights combined. On a 20 amp circuit wired with 12/2 wire I would limit it to a 14 outlets and lights combined. There is no limit in the code. You just use common sense based on what is going to be used on this circuit.
A 30 amp breaker is usually used for a dedicated 30 amp device. Ordinary 15 amp receptacles can not be connected to a breaker of higher trip capacity than the rating of the receptacle. The wire size for a 30 amp breaker is #10 AWG.
US homes use a 240 volt single phase 'Edison' system. It is a 3-wire (4 with the ground) system. Phase to phase measures 240v, while each phase to neutral measures 120v.
Yes it is wired with copper 2 wire is also known as 14/2 wire is use for switches,outlets,lights. and a 15a outlet should only be on a 15a breaker the main power feed to your meter to your panel is aluminum and can take more of a load than copper. In the US, 15 amp receptacles can be installed on 20 amp circuits if there is more than one receptacle on that circuit. Copper wire can carry a larger load than aluminum wire of the same size.
I would install a 60 amp sub-panel and use AWG #3 copper.
All the lights and electronic equipment that use wall outlets in your home.
Mixing different gauge wires in the same circuit is not recommended as it can lead to electrical hazards. It is better to use the same gauge wire throughout the circuit to maintain consistency in the electrical load. If you're adding new lights and outlets, it's best to use the same gauge wire as the existing one.
Assuming this is not an office of a place where lots of the outlets will be used to power items that draw lots of current on a 15 amp circuit wired with 14/2 wire I would limit it to no more than 10 outlets and lights combined. On a 20 amp circuit wired with 12/2 wire I would limit it to a 14 outlets and lights combined. There is no limit in the code. You just use common sense based on what is going to be used on this circuit.
For six outlets on a 30 amp breaker, you should use at least a 10-gauge wire to handle the load. This wire size is recommended to ensure proper flow of electricity without overheating. Always consult local electrical codes and regulations to ensure compliance with safety standards.
No, 15 amp rated outlets should be used with 14 gauge wire. For 12 gauge wire, you should use outlets rated for a higher amperage, such as 20 amps, to match the capacity of the wire and reduce the risk of overheating. It's important to match the wire gauge with the appropriate outlet rating to ensure safety and proper functionality.
In Richfield, MN, it is recommended to use 12-2 wiring for garage outlets and lights to ensure compliance with local electrical codes and to provide sufficient capacity to handle the electrical load in the garage. This gauge is commonly used for standard residential electrical circuits.
Ring connection of socket outlets? Have no clue what you mean by this. Please rephrase the question in terms that are understandable. I will venture to guess as to what you mean. If you mean what is the advantage to connecting more than one outlet on a circuit the answer is to save wire and to allow the installation of over 100 outlets in a home on maybe just 10 circuits depending on the use of the outlets.
Using 14-2 wire on outlets is not recommended because it is typically rated for 15 amps, while outlets are often connected to a 20 amp circuit. This could potentially overload the wire, leading to overheating and posing a fire hazard. It is safer to use 12-2 wire for outlets connected to a 20 amp circuit.
No, it is not safe to use 10 gauge wire with a 30 amp breaker as the wire is not rated for that high of a current. It is important to use the correct wire gauge that matches the breaker amperage to prevent overheating and potential fire hazards. For a 30 amp breaker, you should use at least 10 gauge wire.
Use a 15 amp breaker and 14 AWG wire and all switches and outlets rated at 15 amps or greater.
A 30 amp breaker is usually used for a dedicated 30 amp device. Ordinary 15 amp receptacles can not be connected to a breaker of higher trip capacity than the rating of the receptacle. The wire size for a 30 amp breaker is #10 AWG.
you dont!! indirectly, via your electric outlets.