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type ac armored cable must be secured every ____ . a. staples b. cable ties listed and identified for securement and support c. straps d. any of these

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According to electrical code, Type AC armored cable must be secured every cable ties listed and identified for securement and support. Option b is the right choice.

The National Electrical Code (NEC) specifies the requirements for securing Type AC armored cable in Article 320. According to Section 320.30(C), Type AC cable must be secured:

Within 12 inches (300 mm) of every outlet box, cabinet, conduit body, or fitting.

At intervals not exceeding 4.5 feet (1.4 meters) where installed in horizontal runs through framing members or similar supporting means.

The NEC specifically allows the use of cable ties listed and identified for securement and support of Type AC cable. These cable ties must meet the requirements of UL 62275, "Cable Tie Products for Use with Electric Cables, Optical Fiber Cables and Conduits."

The correct answer is Option b) cable ties listed and identified for securement and support.

Question:-

According to electrical code, Type AC armored cable must be secured every _____.

a) Staples

b) Cable ties listed and identified for securement and support

c) Straps

d) Any of the above

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