What is a 20 Amp circuit ?




I have ran 3 dedicated lines in my house for the stereo from the panel. I have 200 amp service in the house. Are these lines 20 amp?

I am no electrician , so can you tell me what constitutes a 20 amp line.

Thanks
moonguy

Showing 1 response by ngjockey

The wires have to be rated for 20A which means they would be 12 guage (bigger for long runs) instead of the usual 14, all the way back to the panel. You shouldn't just replace a 15A breaker with a 20A breaker.