Jan 30, 2015
Section 110.21(B) states that if caution, warning, danger signs or labels are required by the NEC, the labels shall “adequately” warn of the hazard using effective words and/or colors and/or symbols.
Dec 29, 2014
Here are the 6 most common violations that inspectors see in an above-grid ceiling inspection:
Nov 26, 2014
The fact that the table was removed is neither here nor there. More importantly is how to apply the 83% and when the Code section allows us to use it. Applying 310.15(B)(7) to one-family dwellings or the individual dwelling units of two-family and multi-family dwellings, has always been dependent on a few important factors:
Oct 21, 2014
Here are the top 5 most common problems that arise and how they relate to the NEC:
Sep 26, 2014
If the point of interconnection will be made at a feeder, other than the opposite end of the primary overcurrent protective device (OCPD), then there are two options and both apply only to the portion of feeder on the load side of the inverter output connection.
Aug 22, 2014
Let’s start out with the first basic requirement in 705.12(D)(2): 125% of the inverter output circuit current must be used for the ampacity calculations for most of the interconnection methods used. Whether interconnecting the Inverter Output Circuit through a breaker at the service panel or directly to a feeder, it is important to first know the inverter output circuit current.
Jul 15, 2014
In the Summer Newsletter article, we discussed marking our service equipment with the maximum Available Fault Current (AFC) as well as the date the fault current calculation was performed to comply with NEC 110.24(A). We selected circuit breakers with an AIC rating equal to or greater than the AFC. So...
Oct 15, 2013
Register for our 2014 NEC Changes free webinar on November 12, 2013. Also, stay tuned to The Junction Box Blog for more information on the 2014 NEC changes. AFCI protection is one of the most talked about additions to the National Electrical Code over the years. Watch this quick video on...
