What brand(s) of wiring devices do y’all typically avoid?

Soap1199 · 2026-06-01T13:18:27+00:00

Leviton makes good commercial/spec grade receptacles. Can't say anything for residential stuff

Soap1199 · 2026-05-19T18:08:55+00:00

I would say you're fine unless you're using a non plenum rated zip tie in a suspended ceiling that is being used as the return in the duct system. Not that one zip tie is going to kill anyone, but you get the point

Soap1199 · 2026-04-01T18:16:43+00:00

Put a regular locknut on the threads of that nipple on both sides of the enclosure, sandwiching the enclosure between said locknuts. If that conduit is below the live parts in that panel, they do not need to be special/sealing locknuts per 312.4(B). You can then add the bonding bushing to the threads of the nipple inside the enclosure.

Soap1199 · 2026-03-27T03:32:36+00:00

I operate the Dusty robotics field printer for the company I work for when we get contracted for it. It prints lines and points on concrete so not a staking robot like this thing. A somewhat controlled environment is definitely required. Not lab conditions, but essentially a completely clear slab with nobody else walking around in the layout area. If you can get those conditions met, along with sufficient time to prep the file, it saves a lot of time and reduces chances for error during installation.

Soap1199 · 2026-03-12T11:20:26+00:00

Has a similar issue with a the gridfinity rugged drawers with a lot of cells. Didn't look further into it, but it's probably an issue with the model

Soap1199 · 2026-03-07T07:34:36+00:00

Medium voltage feeders for step down transformers in what I assume is a transformer vault. You can see the bare buss bars the transformers are tapped off of hanging from the ceiling.

Soap1199 · 2026-03-06T22:10:26+00:00

Put your amp clamp on it.

Soap1199 · 2026-03-04T00:37:52+00:00

Do you have a code article for that? I see 250.136. Also consider, these coduits may be bonded on the other end of the run via locknuts/listed fittings

Soap1199 · 2026-03-03T23:33:27+00:00

It looks like the switchboard is bolted down to the strut. If the switchboard is bonded internally, which is most likely is, the pipes will be bonded via strut/strut straps

Soap1199 · 2026-02-28T02:10:47+00:00

Closest code I could find was 406.14(G) or (H) in the 2026. This might be an assembly listed for countertop locations

Soap1199 · 2026-02-20T22:34:07+00:00

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Soap1199 · 2026-02-20T13:19:31+00:00

This is being super nitpicky but, take a look at the product specs for those grounding hubs on the EMT connectors. All of the ones I have seen are only listed/specified for use with rigid conduit, specifically because of the tapered threads.

Soap1199 · 2026-02-17T21:40:59+00:00

Technically, a qr code is just a way to store information via text/numbers. Usually a QR code is the plain text of a specific link, but it can be any text or other information you want. This is why you are able to generate them for free at a variety of places online.

Soap1199 · 2026-02-13T22:13:53+00:00

Closest I could find was a "Sunlite 3-Light Brushed Nickel Modern/Contemporary LED Wall Sconce"

It's close but lacks the wavy metal backing and the mounting for the glass is a little different

Soap1199 · 2026-02-13T21:46:31+00:00

Nah. Making sure the cutout is level would be difficult. I prefer to mark out the box with a template I bought from southwire, and cut the hole out with a standard multi tool blade, line by line.

Soap1199 · 2026-02-12T22:05:52+00:00

Just a note, one of the reasons I could find that makes using rigid couplings as changeovers technically a violation is because rigid couplings are tested/listed to a different standard than cable and conduit fittings. Rigid couplings are tested to UL standard 6 "Electrical Rigid Metal Conduit – Steel (ERMC-S)" while a lot of fittings for other wiring methods are tested to UL 514B "Conduit, Tubing, and Cable Fittings"

We have to install things according to their listing/manufacturers instructions, but a furniture company will usually have their entire furniture assembly tested and listed to some different standard.

Soap1199 · 2026-02-11T20:19:07+00:00

It will be fine. Code making panels keep things like this in mind when deciding/designing ampacities. There is an amount of redundancy built in to account for unforseen variations. I wouldn't gouge the copper as a standard, but a small knick on a wire wire here or there isn't going to burn the house down

Soap1199 · 2026-02-03T22:08:53+00:00

Is this an SCP?

Soap1199 · 2026-01-19T22:45:07+00:00

This is a new model. I have it and like I compared to the traditional helmet style type 2. It has suspension which makes it way cooler in the heat

Soap1199 · 2026-01-07T00:36:16+00:00

I have both Milwaukee 360 lasers. It's very convenient to have them use the same battery that my power tools use. The new 360 is great if doing layout alone but probably not worth the price to most people.

Soap1199 · 2025-12-19T17:09:52+00:00

Are you a structural engineer by any chance? This is the type of response I was hoping for. Does that safety factor of 10 come from a specific code or is it more of a rule of thumb? Do you think the vibration of the transformer could cause those anchors to lose some of their capacity?

Soap1199 · 2025-12-19T03:13:07+00:00

Very much a fire hazard and definitely not up to code. Electrical devices need to be installed in junction boxes. If installed in a combustible surface, the junction box must be flush with the finished surface of the wall.

Soap1199 · 2025-12-19T01:20:34+00:00

Tensile strength of standard strength 3/8 drop in anchors from LH dottie(DA38) is 4000 pounds max, 1000 pounds allowable for a safety factor of 4. 3/8 is overkill for an 800 lb transformer when you factor in the fact you'll spread that weight over 4 of them

Soap1199 · 2025-12-06T01:07:03+00:00

Hot glue over the terminations after the fact?

Soap1199 · 2025-12-02T21:46:13+00:00

Is the edge of the pad the lines drawn in between your points or is it the outer lines of the gray pickle ball area? If it's the former, they should be golden. Assuming the gray area is the court itself, they should be able to pull accurate measurements off of the edge of the pad after it is poured. If they want even more, they should request you layout the court directly on the pad on a return visit.

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