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Is this NEC code or spec only
Is this NEC code or spec only
Check 300.5 (d) (3)
It only applies to underground service conductors.
Even service entrance conductors in conduit would not require the tape unless it was a POCO specification.
I was getting ready to argue that but section 300.5 (D) does state direct buried conductors and cables. Taken alone 300.5(D)(2) looks like the ribbon is needed even in conduit.
At somewhere around 10 cents per foot, it is a cheap safeguard. We put tape over everything we bury, and we don't direct bury either. I wouldn't waste the money on detectable tape.
Direct bury MV I can understand but why would you do that for all other especially if installing thousands of feet and not required
Direct bury MV I can understand but why would you do that for all other especially if installing thousands of feet and not required