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Yes, armored cable can be used to wire 277 volt lights. However, be sure to select the appropriate type and size of armored cable rated for the voltage and current requirements of the lighting system to ensure safety and compliance with electrical codes and regulations.

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What color is the grounding wire in armored cable?

The grounding wire in armored cable is typically green or sometimes bare copper. It is used to provide a path for electrical currents to safely discharge in the event of a fault, protecting people and equipment.


What is the minimum ground wire size for a 20 amp 110 volt circuit?

The ground wire in a two or three conductor #12 cable is a #14 bare ground wire.


What was used before romex wire became available?

Before Romex wire became available, cloth-covered wire, knob-and-tube wiring, and armored cable (BX) were commonly used for electrical wiring in residential buildings.


Can a 125 volt cable power a 120 volt piece of equipment?

The first thing we have to do is clarify the question. A cable rating of 125 volts is an insulation rating of the wire. Like wire with ratings of 300 volts, 600 volts and 1000 volts these are the highest allowable voltages that can be applied. A wire that is rated for 300 volts is good for 120 volts, 240 volts and 277 volts. At test research facilities, equipment is tested to destruction. The label that is given to wire as a result of the tests is the highest safest voltages that can be applied to that particular wire. So when you see a wire that has a label stating that it is rated for 300 volts it means that any voltage under and up to 300 volts is safe to apply. So to answer the question yes, the 125 volt insulation rating on the cable can be used to supply a source of 120 volts to a 120 volt rated piece of equipment.


Why extra bare aluminum wire in Armored cable?

The extra bare aluminum wire in armored cable serves as a grounding conductor. It provides a path for electrical faults or excessive currents to safely flow to the ground, helping protect against electric shocks and fires. The grounded wire ensures that any stray currents are directed away from the electrical system and into the earth.

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What is SWA when used to describle an electric cable?

Steel Wire Armored.


What is does PILSWA stand for?

paper insulation steel/wire armored cable


Can you hook up 120 Volt lights and outlets to a 240 Volt cable with no neutral wire available If so how?

Hooking up is something that should not be done with mains electricity because it is dangerous, so consult an electrician about the problem.


Do you wire 12 volt down lights in series or parallel?

It is recommended to wire 12-volt downlights in parallel to ensure consistent brightness and functionality. This setup allows each light to operate independently, minimizing the risk of voltage drop and ensuring that one light failing does not affect the others.


What color is the grounding wire in armored cable?

The grounding wire in armored cable is typically green or sometimes bare copper. It is used to provide a path for electrical currents to safely discharge in the event of a fault, protecting people and equipment.


What gauge wire do you use on a 6 volt battery?

If you are referring to the main battery cable use 00 guage cable.


What is the Current carryin capacity of steel wire armoured?

The current carrying capacity of steel wire armored cable depends on factors such as the size of the conductor, the insulation type, installation method, and ambient temperature. Typically, steel wire armored cables are available in various sizes and ratings to suit different applications and requirements. It is essential to consult the manufacturer's specifications or relevant standards for accurate information on the current carrying capacity of a specific steel wire armored cable.


What is better plastic or metal cable for rewiring an apartment?

Call your local building inspector. You will probably, because of what this building is, have to use Armored Cable, which has a metal jacket, to wire it.


What is single core armored cable?

Armored electrical cable contains insulated electrical service wires protected by a flexible steel covering. Unarmored electrical cable has no protective flexible steel covering, its covering is made of plastic. <><><> Armored cable (BX) is the older version of Metal Clad cable (MC). It was flexible steel covered wire that used the steel as it's Ground. BX was a poor grounding system so it was replaced with MC which looks similar but has a separate Grounding conductor. MC is most often made with aluminum as its cover. Armored cable if used today will refer to MC type wiring. <><><> Some kinds of armored cable are in fact made to a tougher standard than the ordinary soft wire strand types of shielded cable that are used for hooking-up antennas. The 'armor' is actually a thin flexible metal film that better protects the wire or wires inside from damage in high use or high traffic areas. Such kinds of armored cable are also used in radio frequency assemblies in electronic equipment.


What size of cable wire used for 500 kva transformer 240 volt 3 phase?

A 10 mm cable is most commonly used for a 500 KVA transformer, 240 volt, 3 phrase. The size of the wire that is used in a transformer is based on the voltage.


What is armored cable made from?

Armored electrical cable contains insulated electrical service wires protected by a flexible steel covering. Unarmored electrical cable has no protective flexible steel covering, its covering is made of plastic. <><><> Armored cable (BX) is the older version of Metal Clad cable (MC). It was flexible steel covered wire that used the steel as it's Ground. BX was a poor grounding system so it was replaced with MC which looks similar but has a separate Grounding conductor. MC is most often made with aluminum as its cover. Armored cable if used today will refer to MC type wiring. <><><> Some kinds of armored cable are in fact made to a tougher standard than the ordinary soft wire strand types of shielded cable that are used for hooking-up antennas. The 'armor' is actually a thin flexible metal film that better protects the wire or wires inside from damage in high use or high traffic areas. Such kinds of armored cable are also used in radio frequency assemblies in electronic equipment.


What is an armored wire?

A cable with a steel sheath.AnswerArmoured cables are cables designed to by laid underground. An armoured cable is a cable whose conductors are protected from mechanical damage by an outer layer of steel tapes or wire. The armour itself is protected against corrosion by an outer waterproof layer. The steel tape or wire is wound around the cable to maintain its flexibility.