Electrical Code Inspection Wiring and Devices, Show Me How V

[pbvnv3o3]

Does the receptical need to also be a certain length above the ground?

[hellsgift2u]

How to for dummys

[JosephCannonRevilla]

The correct word would be linear feet ie: 12 linear feet. Otherwise good job.

[softcellelectrical]

Oh yes, codes are very important and useful. There is a catch all code in our NEC book that allows inspectors to really mess with us. I don't know the code # but basically it states that work must be performed "in a clean workman like manner". In other words, it can be up to code but if the inspector does not like it, he can fail it. This has never happened to me. I make a point of being VERY nice to inspectors.

[400exrider92]

I put them where ever the hell I want them at.

[BarmaleyUSA]

@400exrider92 Good luck on selling that house :)

[dodgeramguy85]

@BarmaleyUSA Hahaha actually we sold it 2 months ago.

[smiley235]

What is the reason for all the stringent measurements. How does this effect the safety of the electrical installation?

[softcellelectrical]

@smiley235 

[nathanwilefrazier]

looks like somebody forgot their hard-hat... uh-oh... Isn't that a code violation? Also, I should have capitalized the l in "look..." (Heh, heh - just kidding - thanks for the info.)

[Dmitrytln]

Why cables are not hidden in conduits? If someone hook small area of cable by drill bit? Construction of this home is weak and fire hazardous, that is why I prefer to live in brick or concrete houses.

[fishmeer]

Well done pops ! !

[ElGodsmack]

nigga wiering is gay n shit

[hornstra1]

Either drunk, or imitating J. Cleese or the little robot from Star Wars. He also could have had glue in his shoes and righthand and wetted his pants.

[boyjuicebox]

It should be know that an opening for a fire place or similar permenant additions of those likes are considered breaks in the wall. Also placement of those receptacles in reference to a set of glass doors with one being stationary, such as in a breakfast nook.

[TeNaCiOuSLeGeNd]

theres so many more codes than this

[ihihomeinspections]

great information.

[gregvancom]

That's a good video thanks

[mdcorreia]

Very good, thanks. One observation which I have seen for 40 years is ELECTRICIANS will STAPLE a cable coming through a hole at even 8" from the outlet or even will staple the cable 1" from the whole! 3 times in 40 years I saw a cable SHORTED OUT OR BURNED OUT AT THE SHARP bend (pressure over time) close to the hole in the stud - all because of OVER ZEALOUS electricians. Other common mistake is to STRETCH cables, in runs, so that they look neat - big mistake!

[jcac79]

ha ha ha ...Why I should do that???

The distance doesn't matter The tipe and Cable's gage does!!!!! stupid rules!!! and stupid inspection...

[russdonruss]

@jcac79 The rules exist for a reason. The spacing requirement is so that at any point along the walls your appliance, lamp, etc. will be no more than 6' from a receptacle. The reasoning behind this is to eliminate the risk of fire presented when people have to use extension cords to get to a outlet.. Most of the cheap extension cords don;t have ground terminals, and the connections tend to get pulled loose, causing heat and arcing, which significantly increase the risk of fire.

[russdonruss]

@russdonruss Also note, the standard length for any cord-connected appliance or lamp is usually around 6'. Of course the NEC or (NFPA 70) code also limits the number of receptacles you can place on a circuit based on the conductor and overcurrent protection size. Each outlet is considered by the NEC to be rated at a minimum of 180VA. --A 120V, 15A circuit wired with 14/2 could support 1440VA, at NEC recommended 80% capacity--or 8 outlets.

[captain150]

@russdonruss There is no code requirement on the number of receptacles on a circuit. Or rather, it's not that simple.

[russdonruss]

@captain150 reread my post-- I state exactly how to figure how many receptacles you can put on a circuit based on the VA rating, wire size and overcurrent rating. And yes, it is exactly how you figure it.

[captain150]

@russdonruss Like I said, it's not that simple. First, the 80% value is for continuous loads. Second, what part of the code are you getting this 180VA stuff? It may be for commercial applications. There is no maximum number of receptacles in residential. It doesn't make sense, since a kitchen will have far more load on its receptacles than a bedroom. See this thread for more info;

wwwDOTdiychatroomDOTcom/f18/ma­ximum-number-receptacles-15-am­p-circuit-66098/

[johnmayn95]

im in deleware and my code book says exacly wat this man is saying

[biglak]

you don't this nonsense in the uk

[crozzy98]

its never to late to do it right, right mate?

[fidely]

@biglak It's only "nonsense" if you make it "nonsense" Considered yourself being the one that moves in to that house. It's very convenient to have those outlet and very easy for electricians. I think. Don't qoute me

[gt350kr]

i tell those who don't understand the code to open their measuring tape and pretend it is a lamp, radio or something else electric by locking the tape measure on 6 feet, grab the tape by the end and drag the case around the floor by the wall pretending you want to plug in to a receptacle. You should be able to stop anywhere on the wall and plug it in anywhere on the wall without using an extention cord. ln kitchen counter top lock the tape measure on 2 feet simulating a 2 foot appliance cord.

[06chevysilvy]

i guess it depends on what state youre in because in california it is 6 feet

[fidely]

Yeah... Maybe you can make those correction on the video you will make, right? Right.

[shik911]

Just read the blueprint lol!!

[06chevysilvy]

if you know the codes you odnt need to read the blueprintsunless they are specific to the homeowners wants and needs unless youre omn a commercial job

[klas2k]

Do you really have rules for how many outlets (recepticals?) within certain spaces there HAVE to be - or is it more of an recommendation ?

In Sweden we have a lot of rules to follow for the certifiec electricians t ofollow, but number of outlets,height above floor etc is more of an recomendation/good practice, the rules are concerned more with risks/saftey issues than convenience.

/K

[showmehowvideos]

Yes, appliance wiring is 6' so with the device half way between to receptacles you would not need an extension cord. In the kitchen appliance cords are 2' so the receptacle spacing is 4'. This discourages wiring run across sinks and ranges. This also pertains to new construction or remodeling/renovation.

[klas2k]

Aha.

That is really smart!! And then it actually relates to safety where people are less likely to use extension cords.

On the other hand it of course makes construction more expensive and puts even more constraints on the new installation.

I assume that it only applies if you do extensive reconstructions, not if you only install an extra outlet or something ?

BTW: In Sweden running a loose cord within the wall, like in the video, is not accepted. PVC tubing is always applied here :)

/K

[showmehowvideos]

sorry I posted this twice:

The extent of the remodel can be dictated by the local code official. Typically this would apply to a more extensive remodel, but in the US the code officials can interpret the code at their own discretion. i.e. We are in Maryland, each county can adopt different code years, 05, 07, etc. Annapolis MD is within Anne Arundel county and the city of Annapolis has stricter requirements than the county it is within.

[Blackseed1978]

just curious klas2K what is PVC tubing ?

[06chevysilvy]

im assuming pvc conduit??

[Blackseed1978]

I actually learned today in class what PVC tubing is is like a plastic type of tube which is heated by a hair dryer look alike device i forget the name once the pipe is heated you can bend the PVC in any angle you want

[captain150]

@klas2k In North America, we use what's called Romex (genericized trademark, like Kleenex or Xerox). The wire has at least 3 wires (2 current carrying conductors, plus ground) which are individually insulated, and the bundle is then contained in another protective layer. So it's not "loose" wire in the wall. It's quite well-protected. Extra conduit would be overkill for a residential application, though conduit is required in most industrial and commercial settings.

[klas2k]

@captain150:

Ok.

In Sweden we also require a three wire cable, ground is mandantory. But then in addition the requirements stat a tube (or conduit?) in which the three wires are running.

This is not only for safety reasons, but also one may extend och exchange wiring without having to open up the wall. We also do not have many houses with external wiring (on walls or ceilings) because of this rule...

/K

[captain150]

@klas2k Are those 3 wires loose in the plastic tube, or are they covered with something to make a single bundle?

Our 3 wires are individually insulated, and then have another covering over all of them, making a single cable. Residential wiring is always run inside walls in North America. In the video, the exposed wires will be covered with drywall.

[klas2k]

@captain150:

Well, we are allowed to use both variants.

Either three (or more) insulated single wires, or a 'cable" with three (or more) individually insultaed wires within.

Usually it is 3 to 5 separated insulated wires, both beacuse of convenience and cost. The are pretty good when refurbishing since you can install new wiring if needed.

An additional benefit of the tubes is that they can contain any sparks if there is a short circuit.

[brkfstclub35]

@klas2k I would only remark that any residential sales of existing homes are required, here in America, to have electrical systems be brought up to current National Electric Code before that home is qualified to be sold

[flaquito71]

hi, i am a licenced contractor and a certified electrician.

your video is really good, hard to believe ,but a lot of guys do not know these basic rules.

[wwe107]

Is there more like this on here? Or are you selling a DVD on Electrical Codes?

[bearf10]

Even tho this infos pretty basic, still a nice vid, youtube needs more like these.

[showmehowvideos]

Thanks its part of a one hour video

thanks again

Steve

[HecLouMir]

This is good, thank you..!