Chapter 3

Flat Cable Assemblies: Type FC Part I. General Scope. This article covers the use, installation, and construction specifications for flat cable assemblies, Type FC. Definition. Flat Cable Assembly, Type FC. An assembly of parallel conduc‐ tors formed integrally with an insulating material web specifi‐ cally designed for field installation in surface metal raceway. 322.6 ARTICLE 324 — FLAT… read more »

Armored Cable: Type AC Part I. General Scope. This article covers the use, installation, and construction specifications for armored cable, Type AC. Definition. Armored Cable, Type AC. A fabricated assembly of insulated conductors in a flexible interlocked metallic armor. See 320.100. N 320.6 Listing Requirements. Type AC cable and associated fittings shall be listed. Part II. Installation 320.10… read more »

Outlet, Device, Pull, and Junction Boxes; Conduit Bodies; Fittings; and Handhole Enclosures Part I. Scope and General Scope. This article covers the installation and use of all boxes and conduit bodies used as outlet, device, junction, or pull boxes, depending on their use, and handhole enclosures. Cast metal, sheet metal, nonmetallic, and other boxes such as… read more »

Cabinets, Cutout Boxes, and Meter Socket Enclosures Part I. Scope and Installation Scope. This article covers the installation and construc‐ tion specifications of cabinets, cutout boxes, and meter socket enclosures. It does not apply to equipment operating at over 1000 volts, except as specifically referenced elsewhere in the Code. Damp and Wet Locations. In damp or wet locations, surface-type enclosures… read more »

Conductors for General Wiring Part I. General Scope. This article covers general requirements for conductors and their type designations, insulations, markings,mechanical strengths, ampacity ratings, and uses. These requirements do not apply to conductors that form an integral part of equipment, such as motors, motor controllers, and simi‐ lar equipment, or to conductors specifically provided for else‐… read more »

General Requirements for Wiring Methods and Materials Part I. General Requirements Scope. All Wiring Installations. This article covers general requirements for wiring methods and materials for all wiring installations unless modified by other articles in Chapter 3. Integral Parts of Equipment. The provisions of this article are not intended to apply to the conductors that form an… read more »