cleeds said:
The NEC is updated every three years and the source you previously cited is 14 years old. Sorry, but using a 15A device on a 20A circuit is not compliant with current code. I don’t doubt, however, that "it is done all the time."
Yes, I know the NEC is updated every three years.
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From my first response to you when you questioned what I posted to the OP.
Cleeds,
Sorry, you are wrong. It is NEC Code compliant.
2014 NEC 210.21(B)(3) table. Receptacle Ratings for Various Size Circuits.
Page 70-59
That’s right out of my copy of the 2014 NEC edition.
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As for the link I provided you that is 14 years old, it is exactly the same information as found in the current 2014 NEC. I provided you the link because I thought it would help a layman understand the subject better. I though the author did a good job.
All 15 amp rated duplex receptacles have a pass through rating of 20 amp. In most cases spec grade or better duplex receptacles use 20 amp contacts. The only difference between a manufacture’s 15 and 20 amp duplex receptacle, (for the same style/series number), is the face plate. Example, the 15 amp receptacle will not accept a 20 amp rated plug. It won’t fit.... Just use a flash light and look inside the face plate of a 15 amp duplex receptacle, (neutral side), of a spec grade or better outlet. Good chance you will see the "T" 20 amp contact.
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As for your Bob Vila link. The only guy that knew what he was talking about is Billhart.
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