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| | | | Test your knowledge of the NEC with this challenging question from Mike Holt. Fill in the blank. Where IMC enters a box, fitting, or other enclosure, _____ shall be provided to protect the wire from abrasion unless the design of the box, fitting, or enclosure affords equivalent protection. |
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| | | | In Episode 41 of EC&M On Air, we're highlighting Part 2 of Electrical Trainer Harold De Loach's explanation of Art. 100 definitions from the 2024 NEC, which originally ran as a video but is presented in this podcast in an audio-only format. This discussion centers around additional terms every electrician needs to know, including authority having jurisdictio... |
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| | | | Fill in the blank. Kitchen and dining room countertop receptacle outlets in dwelling units shall be installed on or above the countertop or work surface, but not more than _____ above the countertop or work surface. |
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| | | In Episode 30 of “EC&M Asks,” a video series featuring subject matter experts (SMEs) answering reader-submitted questions regarding popular electrical topics, Ron Widup, vice chairman, board of directors, and senior advisor of technical services for Shermco Industries, covers best practices for electrical testing and maintenance on a budget. He shares... |
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| | | Do you know an up-and-coming young electrical professional who has shown extraordinary results on the job? If so, nominate him or her for consideration as an EC&M Under 30 All-Star. The deadline is April 15. |
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| | | In the process of mastering your new craft, pay attention to all parties involved in conceiving, managing, and administering the project you're working on. It's essential to understand the role everyone plays behind the scenes from beginning to end. This includes the permitting and plans approval process at the township’s electrical department and ... |
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| | | When it comes to memorable Code revision cycles, this edition will be remembered for making the NEC an easier document to use. Here’s a look at the top 25 revisions. |
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| | | Test your knowledge of the NEC with this challenging question. What is the minimum size conductor that may be run in parallel? |
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| | | In this episode, Russ finds a few problems with a grounding electrode conductor installation. First, the installation does not comply with Sec. 250.64(B) because the grounding electrode conductor is not securely fastened to anything. In addition, the EMT is not properly bonded in accordance with Sec. 250.64(E)(1). |
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