R rickplummer New member Dec 3, 2003 #1 What should the height of the meter box be from the ground surface? Where is this referenced in the NEC? Where should the measurements be taken?
What should the height of the meter box be from the ground surface? Where is this referenced in the NEC? Where should the measurements be taken?
W wmeek Senior Member Location Texas Occupation Electrician Dec 3, 2003 #2 Re: Meter Box The NEC does not reference the meter can. The meter can belongs to the Utility company. In my area its 4' to 6' to center of can , from grade level
Re: Meter Box The NEC does not reference the meter can. The meter can belongs to the Utility company. In my area its 4' to 6' to center of can , from grade level
W wmeek Senior Member Location Texas Occupation Electrician Dec 3, 2003 #3 Re: Meter Box Oops,my bad Atricle 312 does reference meter sockets. Need to check with your utility company for heights sorry for the mishap
Re: Meter Box Oops,my bad Atricle 312 does reference meter sockets. Need to check with your utility company for heights sorry for the mishap
charlie Senior Member Location Indianapolis Dec 3, 2003 #4 Re: Meter Box Every electric utility has their own set of rules. What do you do for a utility that you would not know the answer to your own question?
Re: Meter Box Every electric utility has their own set of rules. What do you do for a utility that you would not know the answer to your own question?
tom baker First Chief Moderator & NEC Expert Staff member Location Bremerton, Washington Occupation Master Electrician Dec 3, 2003 #5 Re: Meter Box The NEC does not require a utility meter. If one is installed the NEC wiring rules apply.
Re: Meter Box The NEC does not require a utility meter. If one is installed the NEC wiring rules apply.