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Is a 20 amp switch on a 15 amp circuit a code violation?

 
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Is a 20 amp switch on a 15 amp circuit a code violation?

Submitted: 373 days and 10 hours ago.
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AssuredElectrical :

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AssuredElectrical :

#14 wire connects to a 15 amp breaker, #12 wire connects to a 20 amps. You can have a 15 amp breaker on #12 wire, but you CANNOT have a 20 amp breaker on #14 wire.

AssuredElectrical :

The larger the wire, the larger the breaker is allowed. But you cannot go the other direction.

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I am not asking about the circuit breaker. I am asking about a switch on a circuit. Is a 20 amp switch on a 15 amp circuit a code violation?

AssuredElectrical :

No, it is fine

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They are made with feed through capabilities of higher amperage.

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