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Question by jim_helf
Submitted on 10/2/2003
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when wiring in elec. baseboard heaters, how many 4'heaters can run on the same thermostat and same circut?


Answer by Greg McDermott
Submitted on 11/21/2003
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Assuming the rating of 220v and 1000 Watts, for a typical 4 footer, you have 4400 watts to play with on a 20 amp line, so the answer might be 4 maximum, although sticking to an 80%load on the circuit would mean 3 is more prudent. You don't want to draw 90%of available power on something critical like heaters.

 

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