Apr 26, 2007 · We just pulled in about 5900' of 500 MCM that had Southwires new SIM PULL insulation. It was marked no lube, but at runs of 470' I wasn't taking any chance not using lube. Has anyone …

Jul 26, 2009 · I know the "N" stands for Nylon. By reading articles and other code sections i assume if the nylon is broken or damaged then the THHN conductor can not be used in a …

Jul 5, 2008 · I used to always specify colored cable whenever possible. Many suppliers are getting away from stocking multiple colors, so I'm pretty much stuck using marking tape now. I do like Southwire's …

COMPARING RW90 & T90/TWN75 .). In sizes #14 to #6 T90/TWN75 still has a smaller O.D. In sizes #4 and larger RW90 now has an O.D. slightly less than T90/TWN75. This may result in a smaller …

Do we have any information that makes it clear about running MC cable in a damp location. I can find wet locations and dry but nothing on a damp location?

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Jan 9, 2002 · I'm an electrician working for a major university. I was told by our stationary engineer to meg out a motor because he was getting "ground fault" errors on his VFD. I said okay I'll …

Dec 31, 2009 · Originally Posted by gfretwellI suppose the AHJ makes the rules but article 100 says wet locations are "... unprotected locations exposed to weather". In 2008 they also removed …

Dec 5, 2007 · Have run into a job with some dead receptacles on 1 or 2 circuits. I need to buy a circuit tracer to run them down. I have been looking at Greenlee and Amprobe, anybody have any …

Jul 25, 2009 · I've got a picnic shelter I'm giving a price on that will include lighting and a few receptacles. The wiring will not be exposed to the direct weather but will be exposed to humidity. Can …