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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. 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 …

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

  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. 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 …

  6. 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 …

  7. 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 …

  8. What are appliances and when is a disconnect required?

    Sep 23, 2023 · So appliances, as defined by the NEC, are equipment for HVAC, clothes washing, electronics, food, lighting, chemicals, or "similar purposes" which are installed as part of, or in …

  9. 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 …

  10. 80% rule? - Electrician Talk

    Apr 1, 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 …