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Code Q&A: Hydromassage Bathtubs

March 27, 2025
Test your knowledge of the NEC with this challenging question.

ourtesy of www.MikeHolt.com. Based on the 2023 NEC.

Question: Where installed for hydromassage bathtubs, _____ shall be bonded together.

a) all exposed metal surfaces that are within 5 ft of the inside walls of the tub and not separated from the tub area by a permanent barrier

b) small conductive surfaces such as towel bars and mirror frames

c) double-insulated motors

d) mounting straps or yokes of listed light switches or receptacles

See answer below.

 

 

 

 

Answer: a) all exposed metal surfaces that are within 5 ft of the inside walls of the tub and not separated from the tub area by a permanent barrier

Section 680.74(A)(4) lists "all exposed metal surfaces that are within 5 ft of the inside walls of the tub and not separated from the tub area by a permanent barrier" as a part that shall be bonded together. 

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