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11-21-2009, 01:40 AM #1
Bedroom plugs and lights on the same AFCI breaker
I found the bedroom lights and plugs are connected to the same AFCI in a new house. I didn't check with the code, but I think it is not allowed because the light switch may cause electric arc and trip off the AFCI. Second, if it trips at night, then you have no light to find your way out.
The owner and electrician claimed that it was accepted by the City inspector. What do you think?
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11-21-2009, 03:36 AM #2
Re: Bedroom plugs and lights on the same AFCI breaker
Although I prefer them to be on separate breakers, there is no requirement for them to be.
' correct a wise man and you gain a friend... correct a fool and he'll bloody your nose'.
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11-21-2009, 03:38 AM #3
Re: Bedroom plugs and lights on the same AFCI breaker
The way the NEC is written a single AFCI could serve all the applications in a residence that require AFCI protection. This would, of course, be dependant on circuit loading.
With the exception of high dollar custom builds the price of AFCIs dictates that as few circuits as possible be installed as unfortunately low bid gets jobs.
I think what you saw is the common method of wiring a residence and has no code rules to the contrary.
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11-21-2009, 11:17 AM #4
Re: Bedroom plugs and lights on the same AFCI breaker
Daniel, as you know, you need the local BC Canada rule. No mention of AFCI lighting either allowed or disallowed in the PS Knight Code Simplified guide.
Your reasoning makes sense, but is there a chance of arc fault in a light circuit? If so, don't we need to protect people who sleep with the lights on?
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11-21-2009, 12:52 PM #5
Re: Bedroom plugs and lights on the same AFCI breaker
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11-21-2009, 01:25 PM #6
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11-21-2009, 04:14 PM #7
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11-22-2009, 02:34 AM #8
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11-22-2009, 08:04 AM #9
Re: Bedroom plugs and lights on the same AFCI breaker
Agreed
I believe the code does not talk about separation of outlets and lights.
I perever to see the two on separate circuits.
Most if not all of the condos I do have everything on one breaker.
Clarification of this would be nice espcially when doing inspection of new construction.
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