G gmtt Member Nov 13, 2009 #1 For load caluclations, do you use 180va for each duplex receptable or 360va? Similary, for quad receptacles is it 180,360 or 720va for each quads? I used 360va for each duplex and 720va for each quad.
For load caluclations, do you use 180va for each duplex receptable or 360va? Similary, for quad receptacles is it 180,360 or 720va for each quads? I used 360va for each duplex and 720va for each quad.
kbsparky Senior Member Location Delmarva, USA Nov 13, 2009 #2 180 VA is the standard for each mounting strap. So, a duplex outlet is the same as a single outlet. "Quads" would count as 2 straps, or 360 VA. I believe the Code uses the term yoke in this instance. 220.14(I) Last edited: Nov 13, 2009
180 VA is the standard for each mounting strap. So, a duplex outlet is the same as a single outlet. "Quads" would count as 2 straps, or 360 VA. I believe the Code uses the term yoke in this instance. 220.14(I)
