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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 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 is the electrical formula to for calculating the number of 15 amp recepticles that can be install on a 15 amp circuit?
There isn't a formula, but the general rule is that you allow for 1 amp per outlet and you load the circuit to 80% of maximum. For a 15 Amp circuit you can have a maximum of 12 outlets.
Can you hook a 15 amp and 20 amp breaker to a breaker box using 20 amp wire?
If the full load amps rating of the motor on the name plate is exactly 15 amps you need to use # 12 wire. If it is a longer run you may have to go up one more wire size. The breaker size you need is 30 amps.
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 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.
Can I safely use a 15 amp plug on a 20 amp circuit?
No, it is not safe to use a 15 amp plug on a 20 amp circuit as it can overload the circuit and potentially cause a fire hazard.
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.
Is it safe to use a 15 amp outlet on a 20 amp circuit?
No, it is not safe to use a 15 amp outlet on a 20 amp circuit as it can lead to overheating and potential fire hazards. It is important to match the outlet's amp rating with the circuit's amp rating for safety reasons.
Is it safe to use a 20 amp outlet on a 15 amp circuit?
No, it is not safe to use a 20 amp outlet on a 15 amp circuit as it can overload the circuit and potentially cause a fire hazard. It is important to match the outlet with the circuit's amp rating to ensure safety.
Is it safe to use a 20 amp outlet on a 15 amp breaker?
No, it is not safe to use a 20 amp outlet on a 15 amp breaker as it can overload the circuit and pose a fire hazard. It is important to match the outlet with the appropriate breaker amperage for safety.
What type of wire should be used for a 15 amp circuit?
For a 15 amp circuit, it is recommended to use 14-gauge wire.
How do you wire a 15 amp circuit?
Use a 15 amp breaker and 14 AWG wire and all switches and outlets rated at 15 amps or greater.
Can you use a 15 amp outlet on a 20 amp circuit?
No, it is not recommended to use a 15 amp outlet on a 20 amp circuit as it may lead to potential safety hazards. It is best to match the outlet amperage with the circuit amperage for proper functionality and safety.
What size fuse do you use in a polaris hawkeye?
15 amp
Is there any difference in a 20A recepticle besides the sideway slot?
The internal metal plates are heavier to handle the extra current. the plates are identical in size and thickness on the 2 i have takein apart,and all i can see is the extra slot on to 20 amp one. A 20 amp receptacle must be fed by #12 wire while #14 is good for a 15 amp. 20 amp cords should not fit into a 15 amp receptacle.
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
