What current/ amperage do most household items take? I don't want my wire to be overloaded, please help.?
Question:how much amperage does a tv take, a hair dryer/ blow dryer, a 60 watt box? any good links to where I can install a circuit-breaker?
Answers:
Each of these items should have the maximum current draw stamped on them somewhere. TV's vary wildly depending on size and type. Hair dryer are major power hogs but can still vary. I would guess 5 amps minimum. By 60 watt box, I assume you mean radio, which should draw less than 1 amp.
From the looks of your question, you have no business fooling with breaker installations. Forgive my directness, but call an electrician.
Your bathroom is wired to handle a hair dryer, so you'll be good on that.
Your house is wired to handle a TV regardless where you plug it in, so you should be good there also.
May I ask why you have concerns?
The best way to add wiring is to use 12 guage and put in a 20A breaker, and start right from the box, assuming you have space for additional breakers. If its feeding a bathroom be sure to use a GFI outlet.
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