number of outlets on one circuit

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Stevenfyeager

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I've always heard no more than 10 outlets on a 20 amp circuit as a residential rule of thumb but inspectors have told me there is no limit by the NEC. how many allowed on a 15 amp residential receptacle circuit ? Thank you.
 
I've always heard no more than 10 outlets on a 20 amp circuit as a residential rule of thumb but inspectors have told me there is no limit by the NEC. how many allowed on a 15 amp residential receptacle circuit ? Thank you.
Study 220.14(I) and (J) and you will see why the inspector is correct.
 
I've always heard no more than 10 outlets on a 20 amp circuit as a residential rule of thumb but inspectors have told me there is no limit by the NEC. how many allowed on a 15 amp residential receptacle circuit ? Thank you.
3/4 the limit for a 20A circuit. In other words, no limit there either. :)
 
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