Davies ......Smurf Tube to Panel Connect... Cont'd.
Davies ......Smurf Tube to Panel Connect... Cont'd.
Boy, I really appreciate evrybody's responses.
I am worried about getting a finicky inspector. I already called him, and asked him the same question. He seemed indecisive, and without clear knowledge ( my perception ) he suggested that I should use EMT conduit. I have used Smurf tube in the walls, and I have connected it to panel upgrades before, but that was in a situation where there was no inspector. So I have been reading, and reading, and reading in the code what conduit limitations are stipulated in the panel section ( 408? ), and I also looked at authorized and non-authorized uses under codes 362.10 and 362.12. There is nothing specifically about connecting to the elctrical panel with specifically approved types of conduit. So that leads me to trying to anticipate on what aspect of the code section the inspector would otherwise refer to if he has a bias away from Smurf tube - which I am sure you all are familiar with.
Thanks for your continued very informative responses. - Stephan
P.S. If you are wondering why? --- It is because this older house has only 4 fused circuits. A minor house remodel will be happening at a later date. Obviously I need to get the new home runs to the panel, but the wall will have to be resealed to pass final. So the obvious problem comes in on how to connect any number of corcuits the panel is capable of from either under the house or from the attic, or both, at later dates. So the solution is Smurf tube ( blue ) or some other form of conduit. Because Smurf tube is so incredibly flexible, and does not kink into tight bends, it is great in getting around utilities underneath, and pulling wire thru it is a breeze also.