running 2 branch circuits thru 1 outlet box?

[Redwolf947]

Soon I plan to rewire my garage. Can I run 2 separate circuits in or through a 2 gang 2 receptical (quad outlet) box to the next and so on? This would be to separate the loads. Example say i have a space heater plugged in one side and I have my shop vac on the other I know I won't trip the breaker this way. I think some kitchens are wired like this? Or is this me over thinking this?? I plan on 12-2 wire with 20a breakers. I tried the NEC I think it says I can. Just want to make sure.

 

[dw1]

Yes, you can do that

 

[Orionrising]

sure you can, but the breakers should be connected with a breaker tie so you don't have the box half hot.

 

[sberry]

If its passing thru you don't want to tie the breaker. This is an indication that it is a part of a MWBC which is not the case here.

 

[Redwolf947]

Thank you! Just wanted to be sure..

 

[toplessHO]

and make sure if its got a shared neutral on multiwire system to have that pigtailed.
Only no no is if one circuit is part of the emergency system and other is normal power