"Cable Bracing"

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I've never heard of "Cable Bracing"...what is that? If you are talking about stapling NM cable, the requirements are within 12 inches of a box, and every 4 1/2 feet... :)
 
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Cable bracing means the supporting of cables, typically in switchgear, to prevent the magnetic forces produced during faults from distorting the cables, and possibly damaging connectors, lugs, and insulators.

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Next time you install a piece of switch gear read the instructions that come with it. These requirements with diagrams are always included. It is, however, rarely done. Allot of time the manufacturer doesn't give us enough room to do more that barley get the cables landed let alone have room to brace them.
 
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I recently did this in a CT can I wired up and then on the switchgear. The inspector was actually quite suprised and said that he never, ever sees that done, even though often-times it's required.
 
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