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Thursday, September 26, 2019
Question:
How many outlets can I put on a standard 20A above counter small appliance above counter circuit?
Gary Gendotti
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Answer:
Hey Gary thanks for your question. There is no maximum number of receptacle outlets supplied from dwelling unit small appliance branch circuits in the NEC. In dwelling units, at least two small appliance branch circuits must supply all receptacles required by 210.52(B) as stated in 210.11(C)(1). A minimum number of receptacle outlets, based on the countertop size, must be installed as stated in 210.52(C). That minimum number of receptacle outlets is based on a typical usage of appliances which translate into an expected load. if you install more receptacle outlets the load will not necessarily increase, unless maybe you start stacking appliances.