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  1. 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 …

  2. 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 …

  3. 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 …

  4. 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 …

  5. 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 …

  6. NEC Requirements for Generators and Standby Power Systems Rule 220.87, Articles 445, 700, 701, and 702

  7. The NEC does not define ranges, ovens or cooktops but based on manufacturers usage a range is a unit that has a cooktop and oven built together in one appliance. An oven is just a single …

  8. Show window receptacles - Electrician Talk

    Oct 15, 2021 · 2020 NEC 210.62 Show Windows. At least one 125-volt, single-phase, 15- or 20-ampere-rated receptacle outlet shall be installed within 450 mm (18 in.) of the top of a show …

  9. Circuits from multiple sources in the same conduit.

    Jun 13, 2020 · Is there any code against having wires from multiple power sources using the same conduit? I know article 300 says your aloud to use the same conduit for different …

  10. 80% rule? - Electrician Talk

    Apr 2, 2014 · 80% rule applies to continious loads such as motors, lighting or any load expected to be on 3 hours or more. A breaker is rated for 100% of the noncontinious load which may …