When it comes to low voltage landscape lighting around a swimming pool, the National Electric Code has established a clearly defined exclusionary zone.
According to the National Electric Code (2011), Section 411.4, low voltage electrical systems cannot be located within 10 feet of a pool, spa or hot tub, even if the transformer is GFCI protected.
This does not mean that using a "pool rated" low voltage transformer allows you to move the lighting closer. It is strictly and clearly prohibited under any condition.
Additionally, low voltage illuminares (fixtures) are usually constructed of metal (aluminum, brass, copper or cast metal). They are not provided with a means to bond them to the swimming pool's bonding grid, since they are over 4 square inches in size.
So, how do you provide landscape lighting within 10 feet of a pool?
Hire someone who knows the tricks... someone who can still keep your project safe and code compliant.
Paolo Benedetti, SWD Aquatic Artist, Watershape Consultant, Expert Witness, International Construction Management
Contact the author at: info@aquatictechnology.com or 408-776-8220
Aquatic Technology Pool and Spa©
"Creating water as art."™ ©www.aquatictechnology.com All rights reserved.
According to the National Electric Code (2011), Section 411.4, low voltage electrical systems cannot be located within 10 feet of a pool, spa or hot tub, even if the transformer is GFCI protected.
This does not mean that using a "pool rated" low voltage transformer allows you to move the lighting closer. It is strictly and clearly prohibited under any condition.
Additionally, low voltage illuminares (fixtures) are usually constructed of metal (aluminum, brass, copper or cast metal). They are not provided with a means to bond them to the swimming pool's bonding grid, since they are over 4 square inches in size.
So, how do you provide landscape lighting within 10 feet of a pool?
Hire someone who knows the tricks... someone who can still keep your project safe and code compliant.
Paolo Benedetti, SWD Aquatic Artist, Watershape Consultant, Expert Witness, International Construction Management
Contact the author at: info@aquatictechnology.com or 408-776-8220
Aquatic Technology Pool and Spa©
"Creating water as art."™ ©www.aquatictechnology.com All rights reserved.
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