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Ruben718
Apr 30, 2009, 10:46 PM
How far must mechanical protection be provided when underground service conductors are carried up a pole?

stanfortyman
May 1, 2009, 04:17 AM
Who's pole?

If this is the utility pole then they have their own spec. Most call for ten feet up and then they take over from there.

tkrussell
May 1, 2009, 05:13 AM
Up a utilty pole?

The entire height of the conductors, up to a comfortable location that the conduit can end and the conductors loop out to connect to the aerial lines.

You should need a weather cap at the end of conduit.

A limit of height may be required by the utility company, depending on the pole and any utilities that may be on it.

Consult with your utilities.