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  1. NEC 2026 Changes - Electrician Talk

    Dec 9, 2025 · NEC 2026 Changes Jump to Latest 419 views 31 replies 12 participants last post by Sberry Dec 14, 2025 NoahsArc Discussion starter

  2. NEC says MC & EMT can be unstrapped when run through...

    Jun 25, 2022 · I've gotten in numerous discussions with journeymen (& foremen) on whether MC/Romex/EMT can run unsupported over trusses in the ceiling spaces in domestic units. None …

  3. 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 XHHW will …

  4. 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 and RMC …

  5. NEC 334.30 Securement Requirements for NM Cable Fished...

    Jan 23, 2023 · I know 334.30(B)(1) (quoted below) has been discussed here before, but I haven't seen a satisfying answer to my particular question. I recently had a discussion with an inspector about the …

  6. 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 defines a …

  7. Is there a Resistivity of Conductors (K) chart in the NEC?

    Sep 15, 2010 · The K factor isn't specifically stated in the NEC, but wire sizes and their circular mils and resistance are. Using these, you can derive it from the tables in the NEC. For example, Chapter 9, …

  8. Gas station wiring requirements - Electrician Talk

    Apr 13, 2023 · NEC 2017 514.8 Underground Wiring. ENHANCED CONTENT Fuel spilled in the vicinity of gasoline dispensers seeps into the ground and could migrate into underground electrical conduits. …

  9. Receptacle facing up prohibited? - Electrician Talk

    Jun 3, 2020 · Is there anything in the NEC prohibiting a receptacle from being installed face up? For example, a single outlet in a surface mounted box screwed to the floor of a cabinet with a stove …

  10. Understanding NEC 2020 and disconnects required - Electrician Talk

    May 13, 2021 · Understanding NEC 2020 and disconnects required Jump to Latest 13K views 9 replies 4 participants last post by magicone2571 May 14, 2021 M