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Re: ref: the physics of a neo...
On Wed, 1 May 1996 Bubblyhome@aol.com wrote:
> As I understand the NEC, Voltages above 600 are illegal for residences.
That actual problem is the code reads no transformer shall have a open
circuit voltage exceeding 1000 volts.
> all neon cove lighting and beer signs in residences cannot be legally
> permitted.
Beer signs may get by since they are cord connected devices and not
permanently installed. Class 2 (low voltage DC) devices also
get by.
I use this code to avoid dealing with people who want to buy a
> neon sign for their home since they expect it to cost them $100 or less and I
> don't have time to explain the facts of life to them. Unfortunately, when
> somebody has a legitimate application for interior neon art for their
> residence, I still cannot legally install ift. Does anybody have a solution?
Yes you can apply for a varience. Most Inspectors do not understand neon
or how it operates. Show them a solid state transformer with groud fault
prtection, short circuit protection, thermal cut-off, etc.... You may
make an important new friend!.
Jacob
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