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MC question

SCBO1

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Is MC cable considered to be electrical metallic tubing? Would it require stud guards if placed to close to the edge of a stud?

NEC 300.4 A,1
 
330.17 Through or Parallel to Framing Members. Type MC cable shall be protected in accordance with 300.4(A), ©, and (D) where installed through or parallel to framing members.
 
Gregg, thanks, I thought I was correct requiring the guards, their always working on me.

pc1
 
As a point of clarity, would the nail guards be required for MC cable if installed

in metal framing? Yes, no? Article or code sections please!

Thanks!

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