Electrical Wiring-Code violations

[ElectricalGuru]

@wheel...I think we all know minimums Mr.wheels..your point is?

[WheelockAlarms]

@ElectricalGuru as you said Sparky said 3' within couplings. That is how he does it. He is going beyond the code because the code is the minimum requirements. I was just including my opinion. Their is no need for you to be rude.

[ElectricalGuru]

Nice Video - Just wanted to update the opening portion . I believe it was stated that EMT is required to be secured with straps within 3' of couplings. Actually, this does not apply to couplings....only within 3' of Outlet Boxes, Junction Boxes, Device Boxes, Cabinets, Conduit Bodies or other tubing terminations. Couplings are not considered tubing terminations so I wanted to make sure everyone was clear on that.

Excellent Video......keep up the good work !

[sparkyUonline]

@ElectricalGuru Paul thanks for stopping by and commenting on the video. I appreciate your valuable input!

Sparky

[WheelockAlarms]

@ElectricalGuru EMT is required to be secured within 3 feet or less of a termination, and every 10 feet or less there after. Remember the code is the MINIMUM requirements. 

[stevesteve250]

was the outside junction box on the fence seal tight? is that a code in the US? and what about the couplings

[sparkyUonline]

@stevesteve250 Some are weather proof boxes utilizing sealtite flex. Code here mandates the use of weather poof vs water tight. 2-common products are Nema 1(non weather proof) and Nema 3R (weatherproof)

[Abeille30]

When i first started into electrical my first move was to install strap along H beam to secure teck wires. i did about 400 feet before my boss came and told me to redo all of it because it was on the wrong side (the hole up); saied to me the wire cant be supported because over time vibrating in the complex gonna loosen up the metal screw and wire gonna find its way out.

Since then i always found it logical to install them the screw below the wire/conduit like you saied.

[Crpetersena]

Thanks for the updates, always a pleasure to watch!

[sbales63]

I think the hole on the strap should be above the conduit because it's alot easier for someone to bend that strap down then it is to bend it up.. Personal preference.. Bell box in the attic is funny as hell

[Mrmckissick]

time clocks and photo cells the key is to keep them on the same ct. its ok to back feed the photo cell on the load side of the photo cell

[tbwjs]

Loving the videos, keep it up. That weatherproof box in the attic with the #10s probably has a box fill problem (T314.16).. In the saga of the signs.. was that round enclosure like what is used for driveways lights? eg no bottom in it; open to the earth? If so, should be using weatherproof wirenuts or polaris blue.

[atcaleb]

Thanks for the vids, I learned much more than I ever thought I would from them. Just enough to make me dangerous!

[johnat112]

thanks for taking time to share these videos hope you get more views

[1njtrooper]

Luv your work ethic and respect for the trade! You ever consider teaching trade school or workshops classes?

[sparkyUonline]

@1njtrooper Thanks for the kind words! I am working on a online course- a members only course- you would have one on one access with me and other knowledgable people.It will be filled w/ tons of info and videos not available to the public. I am just hoping that enough people will be interested.

[Serostern]

I am referring my parents to your videos. Becuase they are living in a DEATHTRAP...

[Panerai77]

Thanks for sharing. What did you find that was wrong with the time clock/ outside lites ?

As for wether the one-hole strap should face up or down, it is a question that plagues us all.

[sparkyUonline]

@Panerai77 One of the sign ballasts was bad causing the breaker to trip.That breaker fed another sign so neither worked.

About the one hole straps, I am glad to see you were paying attention ;-)

[89runner]

@Panerai77 i would say facing up and the weight would rest on the screw and anchor..

[sparkyUonline]

@89runner Got my vote on that!

[hotheroe]

thanks for taking the time to share all this man, and all the other videos as well =o)

[jenko701]

Great videos , I would love to see more ,but I know it takes time . Do them when you can.

[sparkyUonline]

@jenko701 Yea they do take time ,but if I can help others become better at thier job I'll keep making them!!