hey guys, I was wondering what the code is for a dwelling as you come in the door of a room what is the max distance that a switch for lights can be away from the door? One more thing, when strapping mc cable is it legal to use a one hole strap as a mechanical connection to the wall and then use a black tie wrap or steel tie wire around that one hole strap to secure a bundle of mc cables running in a wall as a means of strapping and support?
switches and strapping
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hey guys, I was wondering what the code is for a dwelling as you come in the door of a room what is the max distance that a switch for lights can be away from the door? One more thing, when strapping mc cable is it legal to use a one hole strap as a mechanical connection to the wall and then use a black tie wrap or steel tie wire around that one hole strap to secure a bundle of mc cables running in a wall as a means of strapping and support?bphgravity
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Re: switches and strapping
There is no requirments in the NEC as to where the location of lighting outlet switches are to be located. Check for local and ADA codes.
Again, I would leave this up to the AHJ as to whether or not your suggested securing method is acceptable. Otherwise, if done in a neat and workmanlike manner, I don't see a direct code section prohibiting this.
There is no requirments in the NEC as to where the location of lighting outlet switches are to be located. Check for local and ADA codes.
Again, I would leave this up to the AHJ as to whether or not your suggested securing method is acceptable. Otherwise, if done in a neat and workmanlike manner, I don't see a direct code section prohibiting this.
allenwayne
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We used to have a 6 ft rule but that went away years ago.As long as there is a switch to control a light it is ok even motion sensors fit the bill
We used to have a 6 ft rule but that went away years ago.As long as there is a switch to control a light it is ok even motion sensors fit the bill
allenwayne
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Its ok to tie mc to the top of a rediron truss and it is ok to zip tie nm or mc to a stand off as long as you dont bundle.
Its ok to tie mc to the top of a rediron truss and it is ok to zip tie nm or mc to a stand off as long as you dont bundle.
jimwalker
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Re: switches and strapping
If there is a furring strip we use caddy cj6 just needs a little rebending to deal with the 3/4 inch strip.Fast cheap and easy
If there is a furring strip we use caddy cj6 just needs a little rebending to deal with the 3/4 inch strip.Fast cheap and easy
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