L locklin Member Apr 21, 2005 #1 When starting with a 25 Amp circuit breaker then running 75 ft of #12 then branching out using # 16 awg to 4 or 6 different loads not totaling more than 25 amps with out any protection for the individual # 16 run. Is this legal according to NEC.
When starting with a 25 Amp circuit breaker then running 75 ft of #12 then branching out using # 16 awg to 4 or 6 different loads not totaling more than 25 amps with out any protection for the individual # 16 run. Is this legal according to NEC.
iwire Moderator Staff member Location Massachusetts Apr 21, 2005 #2 Re: Reducing Wire size with out fuse protection? Doesn't sound like it.
roger Moderator Staff member Location Fl Occupation Retired Electrician Apr 21, 2005 #3 Re: Reducing Wire size with out fuse protection? I agree with Bob. Roger
