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    Feb 11, 2012, 03:27 PM
    Basement wiring?
    How do you secure the wiring to metal studs?
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    Feb 12, 2012, 04:05 AM
    These supporting clips rated for NM cable can be used to support NM cable to steel stud:

    Non-Metallic Sheathed Cable and MC/AC Cable Supports

    Be sure to use insulating bushing when NM cable passes through steel studs.

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