Asked by Melita Bahor on Sep 25, 2024
If there are more than _____ conductors in a raceway, the ampacity of the conductors must be derated.
A) two
B) three
C) four
D) six
Derated
The process of operating a device below its rated maximum capability in order to prolong its life or ensure safety under certain conditions.
Raceway
An enclosed conduit that forms a physical pathway for electrical wiring, protecting wires and cables from damage and interference.
Ampacity
The maximum amount of electric current a conductor or device can carry before sustaining immediate or progressive deterioration.
- Apply correction factors to ampacity based on the number of conductors in a raceway and ambient temperature.
Learning Objectives
- Apply correction factors to ampacity based on the number of conductors in a raceway and ambient temperature.
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