15 amp power cord question

Can you use a 15 amp rated power cord in a 20 amp outlet without causing electrical mishaps?

trip04-09-2009 3:01pm

almarg Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 9,670 posts 04-09-2009 at 04:04pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Yes. All that matters is that the device being powered through the power cord draws less than the 15 amps the cord is rated to handle. Regards, -- Al