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  • Mar 30, 2012, 10:48 AM
    handymancanada
    Bx in conduit underground
    Hello. Can I pass a bx wire in pvc conduit underground?
  • Mar 30, 2012, 08:19 PM
    ballengerb1
    I would not do this but tell us where you are located. My guess due to your name is Canada but where exactly? Electrical Wiring FAQ (Part 2 of 2)Section - What is Romex/NM/NMD? What is BX? When should I use each?
  • Mar 31, 2012, 08:39 AM
    handymancanada
    Hi . I am in montreal. The reason I asked is because I already have the wire. It s a gage 6 ,60 ft long. I guess it not good to use it because of condensation in the conduct...
  • Mar 31, 2012, 08:47 AM
    ballengerb1
    Glad you explained where you are because I was trying to figure out codes, do not know Canadian electric codes. I would cut the BX and attach to a water proof box on the start of the PVC, run THWN since this is considered a wet location. BX is not rated for wet even inside PVC
  • Mar 31, 2012, 09:07 AM
    handymancanada
    OK thank you.
  • Mar 31, 2012, 09:18 AM
    ballengerb1
    This thread will remain open and maybe TK or Stan will drop by with better thoughts.

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