352.10 PVC uses
What changed in 352.10
PVC in concrete and PVC exposed to damage are now spelled out more clearly. Schedule 80 conduit and elbows are required where damage is likely.
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- PVC is plainly permitted to be encased in concrete.
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2020 NEC®No change
This section did not change from 2017 to 2020.
2023 NEC®RevisedYou're here
PVC in concrete and PVC exposed to damage are now spelled out more clearly. Schedule 80 conduit and elbows are required where damage is likely.
2026 NEC®No change
This section did not change from 2023 to 2026.
More 2023 changes in Article 352
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