Redsy:
For debate reasons, I throw into this thread...Article 720 (2005 NEC):
720.1 Under 50 v, AC/DC
720.2 N/A, as it is egress lighting, not any referenced.
720.3 N/A
720.4 Conductor size minimum (#12)
Based on this, IMHO, you need #12 t'stat wire, rated 150 volts or higher from your OP.
Based on that...why bother?
(IF 720 is referenced by the local AHJ!)
Sunday morning thoughts...
