Understanding the 75°C vs 90°C column in Ampacity Table...
May 5, 2025 · The columns indicate how much amperage is required to raise the temperature of that size conductor to that column's temperature under standardized conditions. So a 2/0 …
Branch circuits The distinction between a branch circuit and a feeder can be a source of confusion for the Code user. The first step in eliminating this confusion is to understand that the NEC …
EMT Fittings for Damp Locations. - Electrician Talk
Jan 4, 2025 · Here’s 2023 NEC Same wording. I included the Enhanced Content 225.22 Raceways on Exterior Surfaces of Buildings or Other Structures. Raceways on exteriors of …
Table 300.5 interpretation - Electrician Talk
Oct 16, 2023 · For a given column of Table 300.5 ("minimum cover requirements") there is a potential overlap of the various rows. The one that concerns me at present is Column 2 (IMC …
Equipment room receptacle. - Electrician Talk
Jun 27, 2025 · NEC 2020, 210.63 (B) now requires a receptacle outlet in electrical rooms containing panelboards, switchboards, or switchgear. The intent is to ensure there’s a …
Within sight. | Electrician Talk
Dec 16, 2014 · Article 100 Definitions In Sight From (Within Sight From, Within Sight). Where this Code specifies that one equipment shall be “in sight from,” “within sight from,” or “within sight …
Exposed NM cable in attached garage - Electrician Talk
Jan 4, 2025 · Whether Romex is susceptible to physical damage in a specific instance is an interpretation up to your AHJ. In my area it is common to have exposed Romex on the wall …
Orange, Brown and Yellow Conductor Colors - Electrician Talk
Nov 7, 2024 · The NEC requirements for marking color, are only for grounded and grounding conductors. The consensus here, least where I live, is 480v 3p Brown Orange Yellow. 277v is …
High bays hanging from rigid conduit - Electrician Talk
Dec 4, 2024 · My AI NEC assistant tells me this is permissable. Yes, the National Electrical Code (NEC) allows luminaires (light fixtures) to be supported by a chain from a rigid conduit under …
210.8 (F) Outdoor Sauna 2023NEC - Electrician Talk
Nov 9, 2024 · I am mainly looking for opinions here. I feel best leaving GFCI protection installed however in the eyes of the NEC would 210.8 (F) apply since the “outlet” is the heater which is …