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"Liquidtite" does not define as "waterproof" does it??


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Liquidtight is not waterproof?

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350.2 Definition.
Liquidtight Flexible Metal Conduit (LFMC). A raceway of circular cross section having an outer liquidtight, nonmetallic, sunlight-resistant jacket over an inner flexible metal core with associated couplings, connectors, and fittings for the installation of electric conductors.

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II. Installation
350.10 Uses Permitted.

(1)Where conditions of installation, operation, or maintenance require flexibility or protection from liquids, vapors, or solids

Reading the above makes it sound to me that the NEC considers LFMC as protection from liquids, if a conductor is protected from a liquid why would it have to be rated for wet locations?

Your right, it is not a big deal to use THWN or RHW, I have and will continue to do so.

I am just in this for the interpretation. [Linked Image]

Bob

Bob Badger
Construction & Maintenance Electrician
Massachusetts