ECN Forum Forums General Topics of the Trade General Discussion Area Capacity debate (what a circuit can handle)

When you say, "What can a 15 amp circuit breaker hold?" What do you mean? What it REALY can hold? Or what you install on it? Most electricians use the 80% rule. (I believe)A 15 amp breaker can hold more than 15 amps, this way it can be used for the start up of motors and HVAC equipment.