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	Subject - wiring questions frankm867 Can I install a 1500 watt baseboard heater with 14awg wire? iwire If it is 1500 watts at 120 volts then the answer is no. 424.3(B) requires the branch circuit to be rated 125% of the load. 1500 x 1.25 = 1875 watts / 120 volts = 15.625 amps, just over the limit. Electricman If it is 240 volts 1500 x 1.25 = 1875/ 240 = 7.8125 amps jagerbombme good call