Marine Electrical Systems USCG Question #1094 (Set 37)

Electrical wire in general, when used aboard vessels must meet minimum requirements. Which of the following statements is/are correct?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option B — Wire must be of the stranded copper type.

Marine electrical wiring standards under 46 CFR Subchapter J and IEEE 45 mandate the exclusive use of stranded copper conductors to resist fatigue, work hardening, and fracture caused by continuous shipboard vibration.

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