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For circuits supplying loads consisting of motoroperated utilization equipment that is fastened in place and that has a motor larger than 1/8 horsepower in combination with other loads, the total computed load shall be based on 125 percent of the largest motor load plus the sum of the other loads. (b) Inductive Lighting Loads. For circuits supplying lighting units having ballasts, transformers, or autotransformers, the computed load shall be based on the total ampere ratings of such units and not on the total watts of the lamps. (c) Other Loads. The rating of the branch-circuit overcurrent device serving continuous loads, such as store lighting and similar loads, shall be not less than the noncontinuous load plus 125 percent of the continuous load. Exception: Circuits supplied by an assembly together with its overcurrent devices that is listed for continuous operation at 100 percent of its rating. It shall be acceptable to apply demand factors for range loads in accordance with Table 220-19, including Note 4. 210-23. Permissible Loads. In no case shall the load exceed the branch-circuit ampere rating. An individual branch circuit shall be permitted to supply any load for which it is rated. A branch circuit supplying two or more outlets shall supply only the loads specified according to its size in (a) through (d) below and summarized in Section 210-24 and Table 210-24. (a) 15- and 20-Ampere Branch Circuits. A 15- or 20-ampere branch circuit shall be permitted to supply lighting units, other utilization equipment, or a combination of both. The rating of any one cord- and plug-connected utilization equipment shall not exceed 80 percent of the branch-circuit ampere rating. The total rating of utilization equipment fastened in place shall not exceed 50 percent of the branch-circuit ampere rating where lighting units, cord- and plug-connected utilization equipment not fastened in place, or both, are also supplied. Exception: The small appliance branch circuits required in a dwelling unit(s) by Section 220-4(b) shall supply only the receptacle outlets specified in that section. (b) 30-Ampere Branch Circuits. A 30-ampere branch circuit shall be permitted to supply fixed lighting units with heavy-duty lampholders in other than dwelling unit(s) or utilization equipment in any occupancy. A rating of any one cord- and plug-connected utilization equipment shall not exceed 80 percent of the branch-circuit ampere rating. 70-44 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE (c) 40- and 50-Ampere Branch Circuits. A 40- or 50-ampere branch circuit shall be permitted to supply cooking appliances that are fastened in place in any occupancy. In other than dwelling units, such circuits shall be permitted to supply fixed lighting units with heavy-duty lampholders, infrared heating units, or other utilization equipment. (d) Branch Circuits Larger than 50 Amperes. Branch circuits larger than 50 amperes shall supply only nonlighting outlet loads. 210-24. Branch-Circuit Requirements - Summary. The requirements for circuits having two or more outlets, other than the receptacle circuits of Section 220-4(b) as specifically provided for above, are summarized in Table 210-24. Branch circuits in dwelling units shall supply only loads within that dwelling unit or loads associated only with that dwelling unit. Branch circuits required for the purpose of lighting, central alarm, signal, communications, or other needs for public or common areas shall not be supplied from a dwelling unit panelboard. Table 210-24. Summary of Branch-Circuit Requirements CIRCUIT RATING 15 Amp 20 Amp 30 Amp 40 Amp 50 Amp CONDUCTORS: (Min. Size) Circuit Wires* 14 12 10 8 6 Taps 14 14 14 12 12 Fixture Wires and Cords Refer to Section 240-4 OVERCURRENT PROTECTION 15 Amp 20 Amp 30 Amp 40 Amp 50 Amp OUTLET DEVICES: Lampholders Any Any Heavy Heavy Heavy Permitted Type Type Duty Duty Duty Receptacle 15 Max. 15 or 20 30 40 or 50 50 Rating** Amp Amp Amp Amp Amp MAXIMUM LOAD 15 Amp 20 Amp 30 Amp 40 Amp 50 Amp PERMISSIBLE Refer to Refer to Refer to Refer to Refer to LOAD Section Section Section Section Section 210-23(a) 210-23(a) 210-23(b) 210-23(c) 210-23(c) *These gauges are for copper conductors. For receptacle rating of cord-connected electric-discharge lighting fixtures, see Section 410-30(c). C. Required Outlets 210-50. General. Receptacle outlets shall be installed as specified in Sections 210-52 through 210-63. (a) Cord Pendants. A cord connector that is supported by a permanently installed cord pendant shall be considered a receptacle outlet. ARTICLE 210 - BRANCH CIRCUITS 70-45 (b) Cord Connections. A receptacle outlet shall be installed wherever flexible cords with attachment plugs are used. Where flexible cords are permitted to be permanently connected, it shall be permitted to omit receptacles for such cords. (c) Appliance Outlets. Appliance receptacle outlets installed in a dwell- I ing unit for specific appliances, such as laundry equipment, shall be installed within 6 feet (1.83 m) of the intended location of the appliance. 210-52. Dwelling Unit Receptacle Outlets. (a) General Provisions. In every kitchen, family room, dining room, living room, parlor, library, den, sun room, bedroom, recreation room, or similar room or area of dwelling units, receptacle outlets shall be installed so that no point along the floor line in any wall space is more than 6 feet (1.83 m), measured horizontally, from an outlet in that space, including any wall space 2 feet (610 mm) or more in width and the wall space occupied by fixed panels in exterior walls, but excluding sliding panels in exterior walls. The wall space afforded by fixed room dividers, such as freestanding bar-type counters or railings, shall be included in the 6-foot (1.83-m) I measurement. As used in this section, a "wall space" shall be considered a wall unbroken along the floor line by doorways, fireplaces, and similar openings. Each wall space 2 feet or more (610 mm or more) wide shall be treated individually and separately from other wall spaces within the room. A wall space shall be permitted to include two or more walls of a room (around corners) where unbroken at the floor line. (FPN): The purpose of this requirement is to minimize the use of cords across doorways, fireplaces, and similar openings. Receptacle outlets shall, insofar as practicable, be spaced equal distances apart. Receptacle outlets in floors shall not be counted as part of the required number of receptacle outlets unless located close to the wall. The receptacle outlets required by this section shall be in addition to any receptacle that is part of any lighting fixture or appliance, located within cabinets or cupboards, or located over 5½ feet (1.68 m) above the floor. Exception: Permanently installed electric baseboard heaters equipped with factory-installed receptacle outlets or outlets provided as a separate assembly by the manufacturer shall be permitted as the required outlet or outlets for the wall space utilized by such permanently installed heaters. Such receptacle outlets shall not be connected to the heater circuits. (FPN): Listed baseboard heaters include instructions that may not permit their installation below receptacle outlets. (b) Small Appliances. (1) The two or more 20-ampere small appliance branch circuits required by Section 220-4(b) shall serve all receptacle outlets, including refrigeration equipment, in the kitchen, pantry, breakfast room, dining room, or similar area of a dwelling unit. Such circuits, whether two or more are used, shall have no other outlets. Exception No. 1: A receptacle installed solely for the electrical supply to and support of an electric clock in any of the rooms specified above. Exception No. 2: Outdoor receptacles. 70-46 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE Exception No. 3: In addition to the required receptacles specified by