steve holt
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Do lighting control panels that do not have over current protection, but just relays, require dedicated space?
Lighting Control Panels and Dedicated Space
- Thread starter steve holt
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In my opinion, they do.
EDIT: I incorrectly answered this based on working clearance, when the question is about dedicated space.
A lighting control panel does not require dedicated space unless the lighting control panel is the type that contains remotely controlled circuit breakers, which would make it a panelboard covered by 110.26(E).
EDIT: I incorrectly answered this based on working clearance, when the question is about dedicated space.
A lighting control panel does not require dedicated space unless the lighting control panel is the type that contains remotely controlled circuit breakers, which would make it a panelboard covered by 110.26(E).
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LarryFine
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- Lockport, IL
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- Semi-Retired Electrical Engineer
Let's be clear about terms.
Do lighting control panels require working clearance (i.e., in front, to allow for safe working)? Yes.
Do they require dedicated equipment space (i.e., above, for future installation of conduits)? No.
Do lighting control panels require working clearance (i.e., in front, to allow for safe working)? Yes.
Do they require dedicated equipment space (i.e., above, for future installation of conduits)? No.
steve holt
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I agree, but unfortunately AHJ has a differing opinion when it comes to dedicated space.
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- Lockport, IL
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- Semi-Retired Electrical Engineer
Perhaps true. But the NEC is extremely explicit on this point. Exactly four things need dedicated equipment space: Switchgear, switchboards, motor control centers, and panelboards. My belief is that this list was selected because these items have the possibility of the future installation of more conduits. The intent would be to reserve room for them. For all other types of equipment, including lighting control panels, once installed, there is never a need for future conduits.