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NEC for Stapling a Wire

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NEC for Stapling a Wire

Do not try and smash the staples down on your electrical wire. This will cause all kind of problems. You are creating electrical resistance at that spot and will cause that area of the electrical circuit to heat up. It may also cause nuisance tripping if there is an arc fault breaker installed on that circuit.

NEC or the National Electrical Code states:
Must staple a wire every 4.5 feet
Must have a staple within 8 in of electrical box
Must be 1.25 in away from edge of stud

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