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- Electrical Engineer
Hello,
This is the last possible forum I am hoping NEC experts can chime in based on actual code references. I have talked with numerous electricians, Emporia and nobody has a clue.
So, in general low voltage (Ethernet?) and line voltage wiring in the same raceway/conduit is not permitted if the low voltage cable (Ethernet) escaped the enclosed raceway. So my understanding.
Emporia markets an in-panel energy monitor, which in its newest revision supports Ethernet connection: https://shop.emporiaenergy.com/products/emporia-vue-3
According to the manual, the Ethernet cable (from a router or switch) should be brought inside of the panel via a knockout. Empria insists this is proper, up to code and legal (but clearly don't provide code references and just marketing bla bla).
The device is certified (UL 61010, UL 2808 among others).
Can someone explain how this is legal, how it works and provide NEC reference, if possible?
Thank you!!
PS: I am highly interested in using the Ethernet connection; I use Ethernet always whenever possible above Wifi. If it is clearly not allowed I may refrain from doing it (and also let Emporia know). If it's a gray zone I'd like to understand the exact implications. And if there is any provision/exception which would apply to this device I'd just be happy
This is the last possible forum I am hoping NEC experts can chime in based on actual code references. I have talked with numerous electricians, Emporia and nobody has a clue.
So, in general low voltage (Ethernet?) and line voltage wiring in the same raceway/conduit is not permitted if the low voltage cable (Ethernet) escaped the enclosed raceway. So my understanding.
Emporia markets an in-panel energy monitor, which in its newest revision supports Ethernet connection: https://shop.emporiaenergy.com/products/emporia-vue-3
According to the manual, the Ethernet cable (from a router or switch) should be brought inside of the panel via a knockout. Empria insists this is proper, up to code and legal (but clearly don't provide code references and just marketing bla bla).
The device is certified (UL 61010, UL 2808 among others).
Can someone explain how this is legal, how it works and provide NEC reference, if possible?
Thank you!!
PS: I am highly interested in using the Ethernet connection; I use Ethernet always whenever possible above Wifi. If it is clearly not allowed I may refrain from doing it (and also let Emporia know). If it's a gray zone I'd like to understand the exact implications. And if there is any provision/exception which would apply to this device I'd just be happy
