[RE-wrenches] EMT in attic

[Dan Fink]

There is an proposal in the pipeline for NEC 2014 that makes an exception
for AC PV modules after the wiring enters the building. See:
http://www.solarabcs.org/codes-standards/NFPA/pdfs/2014NEC%20690.31(E).pdf
-- 
Dan Fink,
Executive Director;
Otherpower
Buckville Energy Consulting
Buckville Publications LLC
NABCEP / IREC accredited Continuing Education Providers
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On Sat, Nov 3, 2012 at 10:19 AM, David Brearley <
david.brearley at solarprofessional.com> wrote:

> FWIW: In the 2011 Code, Section 690.31(D) is changed to include the
> following:
>
> "Where dc photovoltaic source or output circuits…are run inside a building
> or restructure, they shall be contained in metal raceways,*Type MC
> metal-clad cable that complies with 250.118(10*), or metal enclosures…"
>
>
> On Nov 3, 2012, at 10:41 AM, Nick Vida wrote:
>
> Hello wrenches,
>
> wondering if any of you are running into inspectors wanting EMT in the
> attics, or allowing flex only if there is a fusible disconnect on the roof.
> We have heard this a few time lately and havent yet seen a code reference,
> (except 690.31e saying metal raceways are fine- not specifying EMT only). I
> am wondering if this is a new wave of inspectors wanting the future now as
> informed by an expert seminar, or if there is something I am not aware of.
> Any comments are very appreciated.
>
> Thank you,
>
> Nick Vida
> wrench
>
>
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