PT
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Post by PT on May 9, 2020 7:43:28 GMT -8
What are people's thoughts on perfectly securing Romex - or 12V wires for that matter - to framing pieces under the skin? Necessary or overkill? Their runs through holes in the framing keep them fairly tidy but the 12V stuff gets pretty squirrely in a few spots.
If a piece of Romex or 12V wire ends up poking through the insulation and touching the skin is it the end of the world?
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Post by nccamper on May 9, 2020 7:48:46 GMT -8
I run the wires together where possible and zip-strap them. Otherwise I leave them as the factory had them, unattached. I like the leave a little extra wire and push it into the wall so there is plenty for repairs. I've never had a short because of skin contact.
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Post by vikx on May 9, 2020 10:34:11 GMT -8
I run my wiring thru holes in the studs and staple only if needed. Staples should be snug but not tight to keep from pinching the wires. I use ties where needed, again not overtight. Neat and clean is the way I like mine; they don't ever touch the skin. If I think clearance will be close, duct tape works well.
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Post by PT on May 9, 2020 16:34:26 GMT -8
Excellent - I'll be striking a balance and trying to keep things away from the skin but not freak out about it...
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Post by kudzu on May 10, 2020 9:48:53 GMT -8
No one said this but my concern would the wire never touch anything where it could vibrate and rub on the insulation. Really the same principles as wiring a car or a boat. Remove the risk of a wire being damaged and shorting.
Pretty simple to just make sure they are secure with no chance of it rubbing, 12 volt or 110.
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Post by aslmx on May 10, 2020 12:47:37 GMT -8
I skipped the Romex and went with all mc cable. Be sure to paint where your cables are so you don’t run a screw in it.
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