Nec 200-6(a)

[sticko]

I'm wanting to understand the reason why smaller than #6 AWG can not be re-identified. I have never done this, but I have just can across an istallation where many #10 AWG have been taped white in the panel, j-box and receptacles.
Any help?

 

[LarryFine]

Because it accommodates manufacturing practices. With cables, whites may be re-identified. With conduit, there's "no excuse" for using the wrong colors.

 

[Hendrix]

I'm wanting to understand the reason why smaller than #6 AWG can not be re-identified. I have never done this, but I have just can across an istallation where many #10 AWG have been taped white in the panel, j-box and receptacles.
Any help?

I believe it's #6 and smaller.

 

[sticko]

It's the exception for multiconductor assembly that I question. 10-4 MC cable was used. It is for two receptacle circuits, so two neutrals were needed. But I believe the exception does not cover MC cable. I know two GFCI receptacles would solve the issue, by sharing the one white conductor. But is 10-4 MC cable considered a multi-conductor cable or a multiconductor assembly?

 

[Dennis Alwon]

It's the exception for multiconductor assembly that I question. 10-4 MC cable was used. It is for two receptacle circuits, so two neutrals were needed. But I believe the exception does not cover MC cable. I know two GFCI receptacles would solve the issue, by sharing the one white conductor. But is 10-4 MC cable considered a multi-conductor cable or a multiconductor assembly?

IMO 10/4 is a multiconductor cable.

 

[ActionDave]

.... is 10-4 MC cable considered a multi-conductor cable or a multiconductor assembly?

ATICLE 330​

Metal-Clad Cable: Type MC​

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