B bwb48us Member Location Pennsylvania Nov 27, 2003 #1 Is it permissible to run the line and load wires in the same conduit from the disconnect to a trough and then to the motor. any input is appreciated
Is it permissible to run the line and load wires in the same conduit from the disconnect to a trough and then to the motor. any input is appreciated
roger Moderator Staff member Location Fl Occupation Retired Electrician Nov 27, 2003 #2 Re: wireing motor disconnects Yes it is. Think of a light switch drop where feed and switchleg are in the same conduit. Where this wouldn't be allowed would be in the case of a service, see 230.7 Roger
Re: wireing motor disconnects Yes it is. Think of a light switch drop where feed and switchleg are in the same conduit. Where this wouldn't be allowed would be in the case of a service, see 230.7 Roger
charlie b Moderator Staff member Location Lockport, IL Occupation Semi-Retired Electrical Engineer Dec 1, 2003 #3 Re: wireing motor disconnects Sounds like you would have more than 3 current-carrying conductors in the same conduit. If so, don't forget to derate the ampacity of the conductors.
Re: wireing motor disconnects Sounds like you would have more than 3 current-carrying conductors in the same conduit. If so, don't forget to derate the ampacity of the conductors.