Does wire in attic need to be in conduit?

Does wire in attic need to be in conduit?

No, conduit is NOT required in attics. Not unless conduit is required in your area. There are other factors involved in wiring in attic spaces, but your question is a bit too vague to go into that. You only have to put the wiring in conduit, if you have to protect it from physical damage.

Can I run Romex in attic?

It is perfectly acceptable to run the romex in the space between the ceiling joists, which is consider ample protection.

How many electrical wires can be bundled together?

Bunching together is a serious issue. For instance, in EMT conduit, you are allowed only 9 active conductors regardless of pipe size, unless you derate (use larger wire than normal). That means four circuits, or three 3-phase circuits.

Is CCA wire any good?

CCA does a better job of conducting electricity than a wire made entirely out of aluminum. The copper coating helps, but it’s still not as good as a pure copper wire. It’s also stronger than pure aluminum wire, but weaker than pure copper.

Can you run electrical wire through copper pipe?

You CANNOT use copper plumbing pipe for electrical building wiring.

How far should a gas line be from an electrical outlet?

Under the NEC you’re required to maintain clearance (IIRC 3′) between all electrical equipment and any gas devices that may vent gas as part of their normal operation.

Can plumbing and electrical be in the same wall cavity?

Plumbing and electrical in the same wall cavity are fine, even if they do touch. Remember, all electrical is insulated. Bare ground wires are OK too.

How close can an electrical outlet be to a kitchen sink?

2 feet

Can PEX touch Romex?

Romex is rated for 90* C it can touch, it can take the heat. Just don’t share the same holes with romex with any type of PVC or PEX because of expansion and contraction in those pipes.

Can you use PEX for electrical conduit?

If you want conduit, PVC conduit is stupid cheap. If you are located in the US and this is going to be subject to inspection according to the National Electrical Code, then you need to use a listed raceway. Pex tubing or any other plumbing pipe is not listed for use as an electrical raceway.

Can PEX touch metal?

Re: PEX tubing touching old galvy pipes. Unless the PEX is tied to the galvanized, when it expands it will flex away from the steel pipe, not rub against it.

How long does PEX last?

100 years

Should I Repipe with PEX or copper?

PEX doesn’t degrade like copper, higher PSI rating freezing pipes will still burst, but PEX will be able to handle more freezing water than copper. PEX Tubing is much more resistant to freeze-breakage than copper or rigid plastic pipe. PEX Tubing is cheaper because it takes much less labor to install.

Can I connect PVC to PEX?

Connecting PEX to PVC There is no traditional fitting that can connect PEX directly to PVC. Use a PVC socket solvent fitting with male threads and a PEX fitting with female threads. The PEX x FNPT adapter can be in any PEX fitting style (crimp, ProPEX, PEX Press, push-fit, etc.).