Thread: Daisy Chaining?
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Old 01-09-09, 12:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Budstang2k5 View Post
Will I need 12 awg or can I use the 14 gauge wire?
You can use either as long as you use the right size breaker.

#14 wire is rated for a 15A breaker (1800W of lighting)
#12 wire is rated for a 20A breaker (2400W of lighting)
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