Posted on 12/05/2012 11:57:12 AM PST by ExxonPatrolUs
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On a dedicated circuit, yes. If you’re plugging in something that will consume 80% of the circuit’s rated amperage on a non-dedicated circuit, between swing voltages and any fluctuations, it’ll pop real quick.
I worked in datacenters for 10 years. We kept everything below 80% on our 30A circuits. If we ever lost a redundant circuit, the swing voltage alone on a dual-PSU server or storage device would put a live circuit near capacity before stabilization on a fully-populated rack.
Gotcha. I’m used to dedicated circuits.
I was interested in what you were saying about CB ratings.
So I took a look here. I hope it clears things up.
http://ecmweb.com/content/sizing-circuit-breaker
really? i get skittles from my unicorns when they fart rainbows.
When did that change?
Seems to me that most 120V circuit breakers are rated at 15A.
In UBC states, only lighting and control circuits can be 15 A. 20 A 12 Ga wire is required for all convenience outlets.
Where can I find a list of UBC states?
Probably at I.C.B.O.
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