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Code Q&A: Support Requirements for Metal Wireway

Oct. 4, 2018

What are the NEC support requirements for metal wireways?

Q. What are the NEC support requirements for metal wireways?

See the answer below.

This answer is based on the 2017 NEC.

A. Wireways must be supported in accordance with Sec. 376.30(A) and (B). If installed horizontally, metal wireways must be supported at each end and at intervals not exceeding 5 ft [376.30(A)]. If installed vertically, metal wireways must be securely supported at intervals not exceeding 15 ft, with no more than one joint between supports [376.30(B)].

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