Class 2 plug in transformer

[j2020]

Is is allowable to plug in a Class 2 transformer with flexible cord supplying power to a video camera in a hospital imaging room or does that violate 400.8?

 

[Jraef]

Is it temporary or permanent?

 

[j2020]

Is it temporary or permanent?

It’s permanent.

 

[hbiss]

The question here is, is it permissible per the imaging equipment and manufacturer and how was the power supply and wiring installed.

-Hal

 

[j2020]

It is permissible by the equipment vendor. In general whether it’s a camera or not for a class 2 transformer to plug in a fixed piece of equipment, is that allowable or does it violate 400.8 by not allowing flexible cords above accessible ceilings to be plugged into fixed equipment?

 

[Jraef]

If the wall wart were plugged into a wall outlet and only the Class 2 wiring was run in the ceiling it would be fine. But running portable cord as permanent wiring is a Code violation.