Wireway Sizing

[faresos]

Hello Everyone:

I'm trying to size a waireway (4"x4") that will be used to power overhead server cabinets. The intent is to install L5-20R receptacles in the wireway in lieu of boxes and conduits. NEC section 376 doesn't mention anything about receptacles only splices and power blocks within wireway. Does that mean I can size the wireway without any consideration of these receptacles?

Thanks,

 

[ron]

Sort of like this?


https://www.legrand.us/wiremold/rac...ay/4000-large-raceway/4000-large-raceway.aspx

 

[faresos]

Sort of like this?


https://www.legrand.us/wiremold/rac...ay/4000-large-raceway/4000-large-raceway.aspx

it's actually will be a metallic wireway (4"x4") with hinged cover from the side then will have the contractor to punch the opening for the L5-20R receptacles from the bottom. is there any issue with doing this? we have done this many times by adding special outlets in enclosures and I don't see a reason why we can not use the same concept.

Any thoughts?

Thanks,

 

[ron]

I know that UL has a listing for Metallic outlet boxes (QCIT) http://productspec.ul.com/details.php?ccn=QCIT

406.5 says that a receptacle has to be installed in an identified box or assembly. I don't think a wireway with cutouts for a faceplate would be identified for receptacle mounting.

 

[faresos]

Good point.

Can we attach a box with nipple to the wireway then add the receptacle to the box? in another word, the box will be surface mounted to the wireway.

Thanks,

 

[ron]

Can we attach a box with nipple to the wireway then add the receptacle to the box? in another word, the box will be surface mounted to the wireway.

I've seen that done, run along the top of the server racks. The wireway conductor fill count is then done via typical methods.

 

[LarryFine]

Screw the box directly to the wireway and bush with a chase nipple.