SE Feeders 3phase Above Suspended ceiling

[Fordean]

I believe it is, But double checking. Codes states now in commericial buildings. No Romex above suspended ceilings. Which we all know.

Is it legal to use SER pvc coated type
3- 4/0 type above suspended ceilings. It mentioned ok in specs.

I dont personaly like, But these days Owners savings seems to supercede.
I will check in code but. But thought it was a good topic to post.

 

[Dennis Alwon]

Article 338 does not prohibit it but if the space above the ceiling is a plenum then I believe, you have a compliancy issue.

 

[raider1]

I agree with Dennis.

SE cable above a suspended ceiling not used for enviromental air would be OK.

Chris

 

[iwire]

Article 338 does not prohibit it but if the space above the ceiling is a plenum then I believe, you have a compliance issue.

Doesn't 338.10(B)(4) tell us to comply with Part I and II of 334?

 

[Pierre C Belarge]

'08 NEC - Article 338 Types SE and USE

338.10(B)(4)(a) Interior Installations: In addition to the provisions of this Article, Type SE service-entrance cable used for interior wiring shall comply with the installation requirements of Part II of Article 334.


Article 334
Part II Installation
334.12 Uses Not Permitted

334.12(A)(2)
Exposed in dropped or suspended ceilings in other than one- and two-family and multifamily dwellings.

 

[Dennis Alwon]

Doesn't 338.10(B)(4) tell us to comply with Part I and II of 334?

Guess I missed that.