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20A is now standard in kitchens[0]. For example, when I moved in, all my kitchen outlets were 20 amps. The sockets look like https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fil
by rssoconnor 3y ago
20A is now standard in kitchens[0]. For example, when I moved in, all my kitchen outlets were 20 amps. The sockets look like https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:NEMA_5-20R.svg https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:NEMA_5-20R.svg
[0]Requirement: Provide at least two 20-amp, 120-volt circuits to supply power to GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) electric receptacles for countertop and eating areas. -- https://www.thespruce.com/kitchen-electrical-code-basics-1821527 https://www.thespruce.com/kitchen-electrical-code-basics-182...
- shepherdjerred 3y agoOh that's nice! About a year ago I was considering a 20A countertop appliance (espresso machine), but my kitchen only had 20A plugs for the fridge/oven.