Max distance between electrical outlets, is the 6 foot rule still valid?

[andy everett]

Is there a minimum or maximum distance that must be be between power > outlets that are on the same wall, or a min/max distance a power > outlet must be from a doorway? I tried looking this info up, but > couldn't find it. > > Thanks, > Rob

NEC section 210.52(A)(1) (2002 edition) gives the minimum requirements for outlets in the living areas of a home: "Receptacles shall be installed so that no point measured horizontally along the floor line in any wall space is more than 1.8 m (6 ft) from a receptacle outlet." paragraph (2) defines a wall as any unbroken space 2 ft or more in width, including space measured around corners, and free-standing counters and bars, but excluding sliding panels. This is the minimum requirement. I have never heard a complaint about having too many outlets.

There is no minimum spacing. There is also no minimum distance from a doorway. Use good judgment to avoid a tripping hazard or damage to cords and equipment.

[Doug Miller]

Yes. In the USA, at least. And I believe that the CEC (Canada) has the same rule.

[scott21230]

Yes, but if you doing stuff in the Kitchen of course it's different.

[hallerb]

Better to add some extras and outlets by doors for sweepers is a PLUS. remember the code is miniumum for safety, convenience requires more

[Tom The Great]

imho:

Actually it's 6 feet between any point on a wall and an outlet. So the max between outlets can be 12 feet. Since you can't go any further than 6 feet before hitting an outlet.

Just a quick reply, always follow the electrical codes.

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