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TEFC Motors in Class I Div 2 areas 1

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EvanH

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Mar 7, 2003
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Hi Folks,
It's my understanding that the NEC allows the use of Non-XP AC squirrel cage motors in Class I Division 2 areas, as long as the motor surfaces won't exceed the temperature classification.

Does anyone know whether CSA's electrical code is the same or different on this point? Even more helpful, a specific article number that addresses this?

Thanks for any guidance,

Evan
 
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