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Panel Terminations of Romex
                         Panel Terminations of RomexWenatchee Home Inspections
One of the most common occurrences with those who should not be doing there own electrical work is terminations at the panel. Romex(a trade name) or more specifically NM Cable has to be properly secured to the panel per code. This is to prevent potential damage to the cable.


Per the electrical code, all cables must be secured to the enclosure with fittings designed and listed for the cable [312.5(C)].
From the 2017 NEC
312.5(C) Cables.
Where cable is used, each cable shall be secured to the cabinet, cutout box. or meter socket enclosure.
Exception: Cables with entirely nonmetallic sheaths shall be permitted to enter the top of a surface-mounted enclosure through one or more nonflexible raceways not less than 450 mm (18 in.) and not more than 3.0 m (10 ft) in length, provided all of the following conditions are met:
(1) Each cable is fastened within 300 mm (12 in.), measured along the sheath, of the outer end of the raceway.
(2) The raceway extends directly above the enclosure and does not penetrate a structural ceiling.
(3) A fitting is provided on each end of the raceway to protect the cable(s) from abrasion and the ... more

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