People often use these electrical terms interchangeably, but there’s a difference: A cable assembles two or more wires in a ...

You don't need to be an electrician to understand the basics about how your home is wired. A general understanding of how cables and wires work is part of being a responsible homeowner, and our ...

All questions and answers are based on the 2017 NEC. Underlined text indicates a Code change. Q. What are the NEC requirements for supporting and securing metal-clad (Type MC) cable? A. Type MC cable ...

Underlined text indicates a 2017 Code change. A. Type MC cable must be listed. The fittings must be listed and identified for the use. [330.6] Type MC cable is made with several types of metal sheaths ...