resmith
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- Henderson, NV USA
Is it ok to run cat5e in exsposed in areas that are not plenums?
Cat5e cable
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jumper
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In general, yes.
800.24 Mechanical Execution of Work. Communications
circuits and equipment shall be installed in a neat and
workmanlike manner. Cables installed exposed on the surface
of ceilings and sidewalls shall be supported by the
building structure in such a manner that the cable will not
be damaged by normal building use. Such cables shall be
secured by hardware, including straps, staples, cable ties,
hangers, or similar fittings designed and installed so as not
to damage the cable. The installation shall also conform to
300.4(D) and 300.11. Nonmetallic cable ties and other nonmetallic
cable accessories used to secure and support cables
in other spaces used for environmental air (plenums) shall
be listed as having low smoke and heat release properties.
800.24 Mechanical Execution of Work. Communications
circuits and equipment shall be installed in a neat and
workmanlike manner. Cables installed exposed on the surface
of ceilings and sidewalls shall be supported by the
building structure in such a manner that the cable will not
be damaged by normal building use. Such cables shall be
secured by hardware, including straps, staples, cable ties,
hangers, or similar fittings designed and installed so as not
to damage the cable. The installation shall also conform to
300.4(D) and 300.11. Nonmetallic cable ties and other nonmetallic
cable accessories used to secure and support cables
in other spaces used for environmental air (plenums) shall
be listed as having low smoke and heat release properties.
- Location
- Illinois
- Occupation
- retired electrician
Many of us believe that Cat 5e cables are covered by Article 725 and not 800, but it doesn't make any difference as 725.24 says the same thing as 800.24.
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