50A receptacle on 40A circuit okay?

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JWelectric

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I realize this is quite correct as far as the NEC, but the logic of it escapes me.

I don't see how a 15-amp receptacle on a 20-amp circuit is a safety hazard. What am I missing?

As long as there are more than one receptacle then 15 amp devices on a 20 amp circuit is permissible per the NEC. Look at the receptacles in your ktchen and bath
 
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