NEC required Receptacles in an Office Space

[Leo1]

What is the Code required minimum number of receptacles in a small office space (approx. 80 SF)?

I plan to install 3, 15AMP, 125VAC, duplex receptacles in the office space. I have talked to the office manager and he has indicated the loads will be 450W for computer and printer, 50W for task lighting and a coffee pot at 950W. So I know 3, 15AMP, duplex receptacles feed from a 20AMP, 120VAC, single pole circuit breaker will provide adequate power. But I am curious if the NEC has a minimum required number of receptacles required in an office space. I have not found a minimum required number of receptacles required.

 

[Smart $]

While there is a minimum calculated load required, there is no minimum number of receptacles required.

 

[mwm1752]

If you are referring to general recepts placements in art 210 none that I know of.

 

[iwire]

As smart mentioned there are almost no required receptacles outside of dwelling units.

One requirement that may apply to you are service receptacles for HVAC equipment. 210.63

 

[xformer]

I vote for Smart's answer.

 

[iwire]

I vote for Smart's answer.

Wow, that hurts. :weeping:

 

[tom baker]

No requirement for receptacles, but those installed are counted at 180 VA per strap.

 

[Smart $]

No requirement for receptacles, but those installed are counted at 180 VA per strap.

Only matters if total exceeds 1VA/ft? [22014(K)]... and again, that is just for minimum load calculation purposes