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A lot of countries already have lighting on a separate circuit. It means that when something trips a breaker you don't lose all your lights as well.
by Turskarama 4y ago
A lot of countries already have lighting on a separate circuit. It means that when something trips a breaker you don't lose all your lights as well.
- dredmorbius 4y agoLighting (on AC 110v / 220v circuits) also typically is specced for a lower peak amperage than utility or appliance outlets. For US codes, generally 15A rather than 20A. Lighting may use 20A, but isn't required to. Other circuits must be 20A, e.g., kitchen outlets serving appliances. A summary of standards here: <https://www.thespruce.com/common-electrical-codes-by-room-1152276 https://www.thespruce.com/common-electrical-codes-by-room-11...> A 15A lighting circuit can serve up to 14 100W bulbs. Or 150 LEDs drawing 10W each....