2005 rule for non-IC cans?

[ryan_618]

Reading Mike Holt's changes book, he refers to a section (410.66) that requires a "feild installed" box to prevent insulation from contacting a non IC rated can.

My 2005 NEC does not have this, but it is a firest edition printing. Does anyone have this section in their 2005 NEC?

 

[George Stolz]

Re: 2005 rule for non-IC cans?

I don't see it either. Can they change code mid-printing??? (Read as: Did I throw money away on a brand-new codebook?!?)

 

[charlie]

Re: 2005 rule for non-IC cans?

Mike doesn't always get it right.

410.66 Clearance and Installation.
(A) Clearance.
(1) Non-Type IC. A recessed luminaire (fixture) that is not identified for contact with insulation shall have all recessed parts spaced not less than 13 mm (? in.) from combustible materials. The points of support and the trim finishing off the opening in the ceiling or wall surface shall be permitted to be in contact with combustible materials.

(2) Type IC. A recessed luminaire (fixture) that is identified for contact with insulation, Type IC, shall be permitted to be in contact with combustible materials at recessed parts, points of support, and portions passing through or finishing off the opening in the building structure.

(B) Installation. Thermal insulation shall not be installed above a recessed luminaire (fixture) or with 75 mm (3 in.) of the recessed luminaire's (fixture's) enclosure, wiring compartment, or ballast unless it is identified for contact with insulation, Type IC.