N.M.B.horizontal runs?

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Hey oh great wizards of the 2002 NEC...Where do I find the part that says, you have to protect the horizontal runs of nmb in unfinished parts of a dwelling? Help, and Thanks. :confused:
 
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Ryan you beat me I wanted to be the wizard. :D

334.15(C) In Unfinished Basements. Where the cable is run at angles with joists in unfinished basements, it shall be permissible to secure cables not smaller than two 6 AWG or three 8 AWG conductors directly to the lower edges of the joists. Smaller cables shall be run either through bored holes in joists or on running boards.
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Originally posted by iwire:
[QB] Ryan you beat me I wanted to be the wizard. :D
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How about I be Oz and you be Odd? LMAO :D

Just kidding Bob. If one of us were Jr., it would most certainly be me.

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Thanks guys, I read that but. I was thinking that some where I had read (and maybe it was in 1999) that is specifically refered to horizontal runs like in unfinished garages where 12-2 or SER may be ran. Maybe I am just not with it today. I guess thats why you guys are the Wizards daaaaaaaa.
 
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What parts of this dwelling will be left unfinished and for how long would.
 
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OK, lets try this one.

334.15 Exposed Work.
In exposed work, except as provided in 300.11(A), the cable shall be installed as specified in 334.15(A) through (C).

(A) To Follow Surface. The cable shall closely follow the surface of the building finish or of running boards.
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Other than that, I am at a loss, looks like I have to turn in my pointy hat. :)
 
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I'll play the scarecrow on this one. When you figure this out be sure to send up a flare. I wish the term protection was more specific. Does protecting mean running boards, or does it mean to cover it up? Personally, I like to cover it up it it's within reach-- but you already knew that about me. I like to install nail plates all over the place-- running boards-- drywall cover-- or pipe-- etc.

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I guess my preferred solution is to kill two birds with one stone. By unconcealing it, you protect it :)

How about this: "All concealed wiring subject to damage shall be unconcealed".

That's supposed to be humorous :)

To me the obvious way to protect something is to cover it up or put it in some kind of pipe or chase. I'd rather be safe than sorry. Running boards are fine for an attic, but otherwise I'd rather not have it exposed.

I am still wondering about the exposed SER in New England: What about the long-term UV effects?

I guess I'll do it my way, and you'll do it yours. Both meet the code. Both make us happy.

I like to know the minimum requirements but then I do it as my good judgment and finances allow. I try to factor my good judgment into a budget. Then I may do some small freebie tweaks at my expense.

../Wayne

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