NY_Dutch
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I only use commercial outlet strips for light duty loads like multiple USB chargers, etc. For heavier loads, I make my own multi-outlet boxes sized for the job.
i am a licensed electricain for 30 years and i guess i am just not used to the fact that all devices must be in a box
IMHO some here are being a bit harsh on those in the electrical field. Just like any other profession there are those that are good, mediocre, and those that really suck.
NY_Dutch said:Marty, if you talk to the RV company bean counters, I bet you'd find that they use SCD's because they're lower cost overall than conventional residential boxes and devices. The time and labor savings alone is likely to be pretty substantial. That was the reason the manufactured housing (mobile home) folks used them right up until HUD changed the rules and they were required to meet standard residential building codes.
malexander said:I know for a fact Clayton Homes still uses them. I service/work on them. If I'm troubleshooting an electrical issue in one (of the homes), I change the recep out with a real box & recep, or switch, whichever the case may be.
The newer units I've seen all had conventional residential wiring and devices. I was told it was required to meet the area building codes.
Gary RV_Wizard said:However, some cities and most states put their own "English" on the national codes, so it's possible that change was required locally. For example, Chicago has some unique electrical wrinkles, and South Florida has a higher wind resistance standard for both manufactured and site built homes.
Gary RV_Wizard said:However, some cities and most states put their own "English" on the national codes, so it's possible that change was required locally.
NY_Dutch said:That's interesting, Marshall. The newer units I've seen all had conventional residential wiring and devices. I was told it was required to meet the area building codes. I don't recall the manufacturers though.