Question 8019 of 731 · Texas Journeyman Electrician Exam
Under NEC 2026, what may not be installed between the output terminals of power conversion equipment, such as a variable frequency drive, and the motor?
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Correct answer to question 8019
- C: GFCI and special purpose GFCI devices
Explanation
TIA 26-3 added 430.132 to the 2026 NEC, which prohibits GFCIs and SPGFCIs between power conversion equipment output terminals and the motor. Drive output waveforms can cause nuisance tripping or prevent the device from working properly.
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