12-2 Wire & 14-2 Wire (Explained)
12-2 Wire & 14-2 Wire (Explained)
12/2 wires can transport 20 amps, making them ideal for 15-/20-amp circuits.
12/2 wires can transport 20 amps, making them ideal for 15-/20-amp circuits.
15-amp outlets and lights use 14/2 wire.
15-amp outlets and lights use 14/2 wire.
12/2 and 14/2 are similar.
12/2 and 14/2 are similar.
12-gauge copper wire is 2.05 mm and 14-gauge is 1.63 mm.
12-gauge copper wire is 2.05 mm and 14-gauge is 1.63 mm.
30x15 with 450 watts fits in a 12-2 wire housing.
30x15 with 450 watts fits in a 12-2 wire housing.
14/2 wire is used for lights because it can't carry greater power.
14/2 wire is used for lights because it can't carry greater power.
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