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    Flexible armored cable (BX) consists of insulated conductors encased in a flexible metal sheath for protection. It comes in various types depending on the insulation of the conductors. BX can be used for exposed or concealed work in dry locations and some types can be used in wet locations. It has several usages but should not be used in hazardous locations or where exposed to corrosive chemicals. The cable must be properly supported, grounded, and boxes installed at outlets.

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    Flexible armored cable (BX) consists of insulated conductors encased in a flexible metal sheath for protection. It comes in various types depending on the insulation of the conductors. BX can be used for exposed or concealed work in dry locations and some types can be used in wet locations. It has several usages but should not be used in hazardous locations or where exposed to corrosive chemicals. The cable must be properly supported, grounded, and boxes installed at outlets.

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    Flexible armored cable (BX) consists of insulated conductors encased in a flexible metal sheath for protection. It comes in various types depending on the insulation of the conductors. BX can be used for exposed or concealed work in dry locations and some types can be used in wet locations. It has several usages but should not be used in hazardous locations or where exposed to corrosive chemicals. The cable must be properly supported, grounded, and boxes installed at outlets.

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    Flexible armored cable (BX) consists of insulated conductors encased in a flexible metal sheath for protection. It comes in various types depending on the insulation of the conductors. BX can be used for exposed or concealed work in dry locations and some types can be used in wet locations. It has several usages but should not be used in hazardous locations or where exposed to corrosive chemicals. The cable must be properly supported, grounded, and boxes installed at outlets.

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    FLEXIBLE

    ARMORED
    CABLE
    Flexible Armored Cable (type AC) is a
    fabricated assembly of insulated
    conductors walled in flexible metal
    sheath. It is commonly known as BX. It
    consists of spiraled metal sheet
    forming flexible steel tube through
    which the rubber covered wires are
    enclosed. The armor protects the
    wires from injury and moisture.
    FLEXIBLE ARMORED CABLE
    (TYPE BX or TYPE AC)
    Types of Flexible
    Armored Cable
    1. Type AC or Type BX-
    The conductors inside are
    insulated with rubber
    insulation.
    2. Type ACT- The
    conductors inside are
    insulated with
    thermoplastic insulation.
    3. Type ACL- It has a
    rubber and lead sheath
    between the
    conductor and the armor.
    4. Type ACV- It has a
    varnish cambric
    insulation.The varnish
    cambric is a closely woven
    fabric of cotton or linen with
    insulating varnish.
     Can be embedded in
    plastic finish on brick or
    other masonry work
    except in damp and wet
    locations.
    Usages of Flexible Armored
    Cable :
    *Type AC and ACT*
     Used for both exposed
    and concealed work in
    dry locations.
    *Type ACV*

    • Used only for exposed work in


    dry locations in buildings.
    • Used for industrial or
    commercial purposes.
    • Shall not be smaller than
    5.19mm.
    *Type ACL*

    • Can be used when exposed to


    weather or continuous
    moisture.
    • For underground runs and
    embedded in masonry, concrete or
    buried in building during
    constructions.
    • Exposed to oil, gasoline
    or other conditions will
    have deteriorating effect
    on the insulation.
    DANGER
    Flexible Armored Cable must not
    be used in:
    • Theaters
    • Motion picture studios
    • Hazardous locations
    • Exposure to corrosive fumes and vapors
    • Storage battery rooms
    • Cranes and hoist
    • Hoistways or elevator
    Supports
    Flexible Armored Cable must be secured by
    approved clamps, straps or similar fittings so
    designed and mounted so as to destroy
    cable. The cable shall be secured at the
    wired surface approximately every 1 meter
    interval and within 30mm away from outlet
    box or fittings.
    Grounding
    The cable armor and all other
    parts and enclosure will be
    effectively grounded if electrical
    continuity is ensured through the
    wiring system.
    Cutting
    In cutting a flexible armored cable,
    the appropriate tools to be used is
    hacksaw.
    Boxes at Outlets and Free Lengths of
    Conductor
    A box shall be installed at each outlet, switch, or
    junction points of the armored cable. At least
    150mm of free conductor shall be left at each
    outlet and switch points for making up of joints
    or connections of fixtures or devices, except
    where conductors are intended to be looped
    without joints.
    General Requirements for Wiring Methods

    Protection against corrosion and mechanical injury in


    metal raceways, armored cable, boxes, cabinets,
    metallic elbows, coupling, and fitting. Unless made of
    corrosion resistant material inside and outside shall be
    coated with zinc, cadinium and enamel. The following
    are subject to corrosive conditions:
    • Meat packing plants
    • Tanneries
    • Hide cellars, glue houses
    • Salt storage
    • Metal refineries
    • Pulp mills
    • Sugar mills
    • Casing rooms and stables
    Components of Flexible
    Armored Cable (BX)

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