- Location
- Massachusetts
Sense?
You want it to make sense?
How do we ensure compliance with many code rules?
Say I use a 200 amp fused disconnect to supply a 125 amp load, how do we ensure someone will not install larger fuses later?
It has always been my view that the definition of "Individual Branch Circuit" does not require a single receptacle. Now the CMP seems to have backed up that view.
You want it to make sense?
How do you insure only one utilization equipment is supplied if the # of receptacle is not limited.
How do we ensure compliance with many code rules?
Say I use a 200 amp fused disconnect to supply a 125 amp load, how do we ensure someone will not install larger fuses later?
It has always been my view that the definition of "Individual Branch Circuit" does not require a single receptacle. Now the CMP seems to have backed up that view.
2-2 Log # 3 NEC-P02Final Action: Reject
(100.Branch Circuit, Individual)
_____________________________________________________________Submitter:Daniel Leaf, Seneca, SC
Recommendation:Revise as follows:
A branch circuit that supplies only one utilization equipment or a single
receptacle .
Substantiation:A branch circuit with multiple unused receptacles but
supplying only one equipment literally meets the present definition. An
individual branch circuit may supply any load for which it is rated. A branch
circuit supplying two or more receptacles (could be a duplex) is limited to
loads specified in 2 0.23(A)( ) and (A)(2). By special permission, a circuit
with multiple receptacles (could be other than parallel blade type) to supply
utilization equipment that is normally or regularly moved (such as a welder or
floor polisher) may still be considered as an individual circuit. An approved
utilization equipment with two supply cords/caps is still one utilization
equipment and could utilize a multiple receptacle, per the proposal.
Panel Meeting Action: Reject
Panel Statement:The definition proposed by the submitter is too restrictive.
A receptacle other than a single receptacle could be used and other means such
as configuration or arrangement of the equipment could limit the application to
a single utilization equipment.
Number Eligible to Vote: 12
Ballot Results:Affirmative: 2