Fixtures near bath tubs

[dieselram752]

Looking over 410.10d and im scratching my head.
Wall sconce or ceiling fixture isn't mentioned?
I'm confused how the 3ft zone is measured now.
I know nothing over a tub not rated unless 8ft high.
I feel dumb but i know you guys will help.
Thanks

 

[raider1]

Looking over 410.10d and im scratching my head.
Wall sconce or ceiling fixture isn't mentioned?

Correct, wall sconces and surface mounted fixtures are permitted within the 3' zone provided that they are suitable for a damp location or a wet location where they are subject to shower spray.

I'm confused how the 3ft zone is measured now.
I know nothing over a tub not rated unless 8ft high.
I feel dumb but i know you guys will help.
Thanks

The 3' zone is a prohibition to cord connected, chain, cable, lighting track, pendants etc...

Chris

 

[dieselram752]

So a fancy non rated sconce or ceiling fixt needs to be out of the zone 3' measured from edge of rim then 8' straight up from the bath tub.

Thanks

 

[raider1]

So a fancy non rated sconce or ceiling fixt needs to be out of the zone 3' measured from edge of rim then 8' straight up from the bath tub.

Thanks

No, a surface mounted fixture or a wall sconce is only required to be damp or wet location listed if they fall within the actual outside dimension of the bathtub to a height of 8'. If the surface mounted fixture or wall sconce is outside the actual dimension of the bathtub it can be a dry location type of luminaire.

Chris