Code Quiz of Day

Shore Power Receptacle Ratings

July 30, 2014

The installation of wiring and equipment in marinas and boatyards can be found in Art. 555 of the NEC.

Receptacles that provide shore power for boats shall be rated not less than _____.

a) 15A
b) 20A
c) 30A
d) 60A

See answer and applicable Code reference

The correct answer is: c) 30A

The installation of wiring and equipment in marinas and boatyards can be found in Art. 555 of the NEC. Shore power receptacle requirements are outlined in Sec. 555.19(A). As noted in 555.19(A)(4), "Shore power for boats shall be provided by single receptacles rated not less than 30 amperes."

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