switching a neutral

[mark]

Is it ever acceptable to switch a neutral. If so where does it permit this in the code and could you give an example of when one would do this.

 

[don_resqcapt19]

Re: switching a neutral

See the exception to 404.2(B) for where it is permitted to switch a grounded conductor and see 514.11(A) for an example of where it is required to switch the grounded conductor.
Don

 

[charlie]

Re: switching a neutral

I don't know of any way to switch it without creating a trap for someone else unless you are talking about switching the neutral with the phase conductors. If that is the case, it is required to make a SDS, to switch the circuits to gasoline pumps, and the like. I assume you are not talking about 3-way switches, snap switches, and similar.

 

[torint]

Re: switching a neutral

I think the guy is talking about actually putting a neutral on a snap switch. I have encountered neutrals on switches three times on older homes (1900-1930's) in the Detroit area. It will trick you if you're expecting a hot to be present.