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    Default Double tapper AFCI questions

    From what I understand, 2 circuit conductors can terminate twice on AFCI lighting circuit breakers.
    Question 1. Reasoning?

    Question 2. If that is the case. When you run in to 2 lighting or other circuit conductors terminating under one neutral bus lug would/could/should a AFCI breaker be advised?

    Looking forward to your answers.

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    Default Re: Double tapper AFCI questions

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    Default Re: Double tapper AFCI questions

    Quote Originally Posted by ROBERT YOUNG View Post
    From what I understand, 2 circuit conductors can terminate twice on AFCI lighting circuit breakers.
    Question 1. Reasoning?

    Question 2. If that is the case. When you run in to 2 lighting or other circuit conductors terminating under one neutral bus lug would/could/should a AFCI breaker be advised?

    Looking forward to your answers.

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    Robert,

    I do not believe I understand your question. Could you rephrase it. Maybe provide a pic too?

    If you are referring to the terminal on a circuit breaker (AFCI, GFCI, or otherwise), the number of conductors at the terminal is determined by the manufacturer. Most only allow one conductor.

    The NEC specifically requires that only one neutral conductor be connected to each terminal on the grounded terminal block.

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    Default Re: Double tapper AFCI questions

    Quote Originally Posted by Gunnar Alquist View Post
    Robert,

    I do not believe I understand your question. Could you rephrase it. Maybe provide a pic too?

    If you are referring to the terminal on a circuit breaker (AFCI, GFCI, or otherwise), the number of conductors at the terminal is determined by the manufacturer. Most only allow one conductor.

    The NEC specifically requires that only one neutral conductor be connected to each terminal on the grounded terminal block.

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    Sorry all. Poorly phrased question.

    The opine was, lighting circuit cable temperature limitations and AFCI as protection.
    Observation: Lighting circuits. Partly updated circuits in older homes.
    Cables. MND-3 rated @ 60C and updated MND90 rated @ 90C.
    Would installing AFCI breakers on MND-3 lighting circuits cables protect that circuit from temperature overload from the demand of modern appliances?

    As for AFCI circuit protection and double tapping. Poor hypotheses at my end. Sorry all.
    I found an PDF from EATON while browsing Google that answered my questions. Arc Fault Circuit Interrupters Frequently Asked Questions
    Moreover, the double tapping hypotheses I opined was, double tapped bus with 2 lighting circuit neutrals. Could a Combination AFCI breaker protect both circuits?

    Regards.
    Robert

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    Default Re: Double tapper AFCI questions

    Quote Originally Posted by ROBERT YOUNG View Post
    Sorry all. Poorly phrased question.

    The opine was, lighting circuit cable temperature limitations and AFCI as protection.
    My understanding of opine is that is stating one's opinion, not asking a question, could be an ESOL thing?

    Added with edit:
    And I... ne parle pas francais.

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    Default Re: Double tapper AFCI questions

    Quote Originally Posted by Jerry Peck View Post
    My understanding of opine is that is stating one's opinion, not asking a question, could be an ESOL thing?

    Added with edit:
    And I... ne parle pas francais.
    My mistake. Ponder.

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