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210.24 Branch-Circuit Requirements — Summary
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The requirements for circuits that have two or more outlets or receptacles, other than the receptacle circuits of 210.11(C)(1), (C)(2), and (C)(3), are summarized in Table 210.24. This table provides only a summary of minimum requirements. See 210.19, 210.20, and 210.21 for the specific requirements applying to branch circuits.
Table 210.24 Summary of Branch-Circuit Requirements
Circuit Rating | 15 A | 20 A | 30 A | 40 A | 50 A |
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Conductors (min. size): | |||||
Circuit wires1 Taps
|
14 | 12 | 10 | 8 | 6 |
14 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 12 | |
Overcurrent Protection | 15 A | 20 A | 30 A | 40 A | 50 A |
Outlet devices: | |||||
Lampholders permitted
|
Any type | Any type | Heavy duty | Heavy duty | Heavy duty |
Receptacle rating2
|
15 max. A | 15 or 20 A | 30 A | 40 or 50 A | 50 A |
Maximum Load | 15 A | 20 A | 30 A | 40 A | 50 A |
Permissible load | See 210.23(A) | See 210.23(A) | See 210.23(B) | See 210.23(C) | See 210.23(C) |
1These gauges are for copper conductors. | |||||
2For receptacle rating of cord-connected electric-discharge luminaires, see 410.62(C). |
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210.24 Wiring and Protection, Branch-Circuit Requirements — Summary
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Table 210.24 Summary of Branch-Circuit Requirements
Circuit Rating
15 A
20 A
30 A
40 A
50 A ...
210.24 Wiring and Protection, Branch-Circuit Requirements — Summary
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