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Thursday, October 25, 2018
Question:
Can the flexible cord for a projector connect to a receptacle above a drop ceiling? The ceiling space is not a plenum area. 400.7 (A)(8) & (B) seem to allow it but it's not specific about the appliance being above ceiling. 400.8 (2) & (5) seem to specifically say no. Thanks!
Hugh King
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Answer:
Hey Hugh thanks for your question, it seems to get asked periodically. Your references are to the 2014 NEC but No, flexible cord is not allowed above suspended or dropped ceilings as stated in 400.12(5). A change in the 2017 NEC was made to be clear that flexible cord sets and power supply cords are also not allowed in those locations as stated in 400.12. Flexible cord can be used as allowed by 400.10 but not above a suspended or dropped ceiling. I agree the wording could be clearer.