20 amp outlet

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Clipper9

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Is it safe to take a 20 amp outlet, cut the jumper between the two load screws and put two 20amp circuits two that one outlet? I didn't like the idea but a guy I work with said it was fine to do so.
 

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Is it safe to take a 20 amp outlet, cut the jumper between the two load screws and put two 20amp circuits two that one outlet? I didn't like the idea but a guy I work with said it was fine to do so.

If the device is designed so that the tie between the screws can be twisted off or cut, then it should be able to handle separate 20A feeds and loads simultaneously.
 

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Is it safe to take a 20 amp outlet, cut the jumper between the two load screws and put two 20amp circuits two that one outlet? I didn't like the idea but a guy I work with said it was fine to do so.
Yes it is but see 210.7(B)

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