Tap Rule Questions

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zappy

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1. Existing 50amp, 240V. outlet for a oven. Don't need 240v. just a 120v. outlet for a gas stove.

Can I tap off the 240v. outlet with 12awg. for a outlet for the stove?

2. 12awg homerun ran to a switch box. 14awg. wire used just for switch legs.
OK?
 
In a word, NO. you need to fuse the 120v at the correct amp. rating.
 
1. A. does the circuit for the oven have a neutral and an equipment ground?

1. B where are you going to put the overcurrent device required at the end of the tap. Keep 110.26 in mind.

2. Not allowed.
 
One question that comes to mind, is the oven staying or getting removed? I assumed it is staying and you want to tap the 120v to feed the cook top.

quote ( 2. 12awg homerun ran to a switch box. 14awg. wire used just for switch legs.
OK? )

Not sure I understand this part.
 
zappy said:
1. Existing 50amp, 240V. outlet for a oven. Don't need 240v. just a 120v. outlet for a gas stove.

Can I tap off the 240v. outlet with 12awg. for a outlet for the stove?
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Because it would be a receptacle, no. For another small load it might hve been ok. 210.19(A)(4) Exception(c).
2. 12awg homerun ran to a switch box. 14awg. wire used just for switch legs.
OK?
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Sure. Use a 15 amp breaker 240.4(D)(3), or comply with 240.4(E) or (G).
 
Volta said:
If a 210.19 branch-circuit tap, no supplemental OCPD required.
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OP mentioned a gas cook top, this is going to have a cord on it from the factory and 210.19 A(3) is not going to apply
 
Does anyone use 210.19 A(3) on new installations any more. I would think it is not allowed with manufactures wanting dedicated circuits on everything.
 
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