We just got our new UPS in and it has a 120v 20Amp NEMA 5-20P plug on it. Our outlets are 120V 15Amp NEMA 5-15P. My question is: Is an adapter plug a bad idea? Or should I have an electrician come in ...
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The breaker panel rule that applies the moment you add a new outlet
Adding a single outlet can feel like a tiny upgrade, but the moment you touch that receptacle, a major breaker panel rule can ...
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15 amp vs. 20 amp outlets: What’s the difference?
When I started my electrical apprenticeship, I didn’t know much about amps, outlets and electrical circuits. I had swapped out a few light fixtures and even installed a new dishwasher. But when it ...
I'm renting an old house over the summer and need to get some more juice. Right now the house has only two 20-amp breakers for the 110v outlets (no 220s). Also none of the outlets are grounded. I ...
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