On Tue, 07 Jul 2020 19:58:37 -0400, wrote:

On Tue, 7 Jul 2020 12:56:29 -0700 (PDT), wrote:

On Monday, July 6, 2020 at 11:14PM, "Scott Lurndal" wrote:
writes:
Wiring up switch w/pilot light...

When wiring up a switch that requires another wire back from the load to attach to the switch to power the pilot-light (illuminated when ON).
Do I have to use #14 wire ?


Use the appropriate AWG for the breaker and length of run. On a 15A circuit, AWG14 is
the minimum AWG, it could be AWG12 for a long run. If the circuit is protected by a
20A breaker, AGW12 is the smallest size you can use.

Pretty much all new construction is going to use 12 gauge hot with maybe even 10 wire for a neutral.

Huh?
You must not see much actual construction.
In 1 & 2 family, 14-2 is alive and well for general lighting circuits.
#12 is only used for kitchens, laundries and bathrooms.

In my housing development, there isn't an inch of 14ga anywhere. All of the
120v circuit breakers are 20a and all of the Romex is yellow, no exceptions
for lighting circuits.


The only place you see "super neutrals" is on 208 3p wye and then only
where you have a lot of reactive load. It would actually be 2 sizes
bigger too. (#8 on a 20a circuit)