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# 14 wire is rated for 15 amps. If the load is going to be continuous the wire can only be loaded to 80% so you would have to use a # 12 rated at 20 amps. 20 x 80% = 16 amps.

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Wire sizing charts are available on the web. For your situation, use at least 12 gague wire. See also, this helpful chart: http://www.worldchat.com/~sva-sales/html/wire_sizing_chart.html

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8AWG * Gauge

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12/2 in Canada

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12 AWG.

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