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wiring code - cable stackers
I've started to wire a room and bathroom in my basement and I was
hoping to get some clarification about what the code says and what is generally good practice. I hafve already contacted my local inspector and am hoping that the upcoming rough inspection goes smoothly. On the inspectors recommedation, I purchased cable stackers at home depot to avoid violating the rule that requires cables to be 1 1/4" away from the edge of a stud. If I run two or three cables in the cable stacker, does the cable stacker count as an "approved means" of support as defined by the nec code? i.e. Is each cable stacker equivalent to stapling the cable or would the cables also need to be stapled in some way within 12in of the box? |
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wiring code - cable stackers
You will be fine with the cable stackers. No additional securing should be
necessary. I have found that inspectors like it when you use them. Just make sure that you are following the manufacturer's guidelines for the number of and type of cables. Have the cable stackers package available if the inspector wants to see it, but don't voluntarily show it unless he asks or questions how you used the stackers. John Grabowski http://www.mrelectrician.tv wrote in message oups.com... I've started to wire a room and bathroom in my basement and I was hoping to get some clarification about what the code says and what is generally good practice. I hafve already contacted my local inspector and am hoping that the upcoming rough inspection goes smoothly. On the inspectors recommedation, I purchased cable stackers at home depot to avoid violating the rule that requires cables to be 1 1/4" away from the edge of a stud. If I run two or three cables in the cable stacker, does the cable stacker count as an "approved means" of support as defined by the nec code? i.e. Is each cable stacker equivalent to stapling the cable or would the cables also need to be stapled in some way within 12in of the box? |
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wiring code - cable stackers
The whole POINT of these cable stackers IS to meet code.
-Tim |
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