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It is not recommended. Light fixtures have a specific wattage rating for safety reasons and should not be overloaded. The internal wiring in a fixture is the bare minimum required to make the lamp light and is not rated for the higher wattage. The device that screws into the lampholder does not have a grounding point so the equipment that you plug into it will not be grounded. Wall recepticals have a rating of 15 amp and are designed to take the current. Use it instead.
What else can I help you with?
Can you use 15 amp appliance on 20 amp socket?
Yes, the amp rating is a measurement of the highest amp load it should carry. So a 15 amp appliance will work on a 20 amp socket but you wouldn't want to use a 20 amp appliance on a 15 amp socket.
What will happen if you plug a 20amp plug into a 15 amp outlet?
If you are talking about a plug rated at 20 A and not that the device it is attached to as drawing 20 A then nothing will happen unless the device along with other devices on the same circuit trip the breaker. The rating of 20 A on a plug tells you the maximum current that should go through the plug. The 15 A breaker protecting the outlet ensures that no more than 15 A can go through your 20A plug.
Can you use a 15 amp 110 outlet on a 20 amp circuit as I am replacing my old outlets with new duplex ones and realized that three of my Kitchen outlets are on one 20 amp breaker?
Yes, you can use lower amperage outlets - the problem would come if you were trying to run a 20 amp appliance on a 15 amp circuit or plug a 20 amp appliance into a 15 amp outlet. It would be better, though, as some kitchen appliances could exceed 15 amps (toaster ovens, some coffee makers, electric griddles, etc.) could try to draw more than the 15 amps your outlets are designed for. Perhaps you could get some 20 amp outlets and use those 15's in a hallway or something less likely to have high amperage draw.
Can you use a 20 amp fuse and wire rated for it in a 15 amp outlet?
You can use the wire rated for 20 amps on a 15 amp receptacle but you can not use a 20 amp fuse on any device rated at 15 amps. This is a tricky part of the code about receptacle outlets, You can use a 15 amp duplex outlet on a 20 amp circuit. (duplex outlet two devices can plug in) If it is a single outlet then the outlet must be rated 20 amp. NEC table210.21(B)(3). ============ A 15 amp duplex receptacle can be wired to a 20 amp rated circuit. This means the breaker OR fuse protecting the circuit can be rated 20 amps if the wire is also rated at 20 amps (12 AWG). --Sparkfighter
Can you have a 15 amp appliance on a 32 amp supply?
Yes, providing the phase is the same. but you can't do the other way around, or breaker will immediately pop, or fuse will blow.
What type of electrical outlet is required for a device that uses a 15 amp plug?
A device that uses a 15 amp plug requires a standard electrical outlet with a 15 amp rating.
What type of electrical outlet is required for a device that uses a 220 15 amp plug?
A device that uses a 220 15 amp plug requires a 220-volt outlet with a 15 amp capacity.
What amp plug does the average router have?
15 amp outlet on a 20 amp circuit.
What type of electrical outlet is required for a device that needs to be plugged into a 15 amp 220 plug?
The device requires a 15 amp 220 volt outlet.
Can you use 15 amp appliance on 20 amp socket?
Yes, the amp rating is a measurement of the highest amp load it should carry. So a 15 amp appliance will work on a 20 amp socket but you wouldn't want to use a 20 amp appliance on a 15 amp socket.
What will happen if you plug a 20amp plug into a 15 amp outlet?
If you are talking about a plug rated at 20 A and not that the device it is attached to as drawing 20 A then nothing will happen unless the device along with other devices on the same circuit trip the breaker. The rating of 20 A on a plug tells you the maximum current that should go through the plug. The 15 A breaker protecting the outlet ensures that no more than 15 A can go through your 20A plug.
Can I use a 15 amp outlet on a 20 amp circuit?
Yes, you can use a 15 amp outlet on a 20 amp circuit. The outlet's amp rating should not exceed the circuit's amp rating.
What is the maximum amperage capacity of a 15 amp outlet?
The maximum amperage capacity of a 15 amp outlet is 15 amps.
Can you convert an old 15 amp 125 volt electrical outlet to a household electrical outlet?
A 15 amp 125 volt outlet is a household outlet.
What are the differences between a GFCI 15 amp and a GFCI 20 amp outlet?
The main difference between a GFCI 15 amp and a GFCI 20 amp outlet is the maximum amount of electrical current they can handle. The 20 amp outlet can handle higher power loads compared to the 15 amp outlet.
Can you use a 15 amp 110 outlet on a 20 amp circuit as I am replacing my old outlets with new duplex ones and realized that three of my Kitchen outlets are on one 20 amp breaker?
Yes, you can use lower amperage outlets - the problem would come if you were trying to run a 20 amp appliance on a 15 amp circuit or plug a 20 amp appliance into a 15 amp outlet. It would be better, though, as some kitchen appliances could exceed 15 amps (toaster ovens, some coffee makers, electric griddles, etc.) could try to draw more than the 15 amps your outlets are designed for. Perhaps you could get some 20 amp outlets and use those 15's in a hallway or something less likely to have high amperage draw.
Is it safe to use a 15 amp outlet on a 20 amp breaker?
No, it is not safe to use a 15 amp outlet on a 20 amp breaker as it can lead to overheating and potential fire hazards. It is important to match the outlet's amp rating with the breaker's amp rating for safety.
