When do I need to drill a drain hole?
Most have instructions that have no guidance except to say that the IP rating will be compromised if you drill a drain hole. However the instructions with a make (rated IP55) new to me say that a drain hole is required if cables are glanded from the top or side and also if the bottom entry gland completely seals!
When to drill a drainage hole in a high IP rated enclosure?
Drilling a drainage hole in high IP rated enclosures, is for condensation purposes, not for compensating for badly sealed glanding. Holes are drilled when these totally sealed enclosures are mounted/located in positions that will be subject to the occurance of condensation forming on the interior of these enclosures.
Do you have to drill a drain hole for a floodlight?
We always drill a small drain hole in bottom of any any external connection enclosure even floodlights as seen them fill with water so many times. The factory seals on most enclosures do not seem to be up to the required standard. Never had call back to connections after drilling a drain hole. I would drill a drain hole.
When do you need a drain hole for an IP66 cable?
However the instructions with a make (rated IP55) new to me say that a drain hole is required if cables are glanded from the top or side and also if the bottom entry gland completely seals! The question has added urgency since opening an IP66 adaptable box I installed some years ago (with side entry) and finding it half full of water!
How are plumbing fixtures connected to the sanitary drainage system?
Plumbing fixtures, drains, appurtenances and appliances used to receive or discharge liquid waste or sewage shall be directly connected to the sanitary drainage system of the building or premises, in accordance with the requirements of this code. This section shall not be construed to prevent indirect waste systems required by Chapter 8.
Why do I need to drill a drain hole?
A bit of ventilation stops condensation as well. As to the socket what are you trying to avoid drilling, the socket back or the column? Drilling a drainage hole in high IP rated enclosures, is for condensation purposes, not for compensating for badly sealed glanding.
Drilling a drainage hole in high IP rated enclosures, is for condensation purposes, not for compensating for badly sealed glanding. Holes are drilled when these totally sealed enclosures are mounted/located in positions that will be subject to the occurance of condensation forming on the interior of these enclosures.
Is the washer required to discharge to the sanitary drainage system?
Exception: Bathtubs, showers, lavatories, clothes washers and laundry trays shall not be required to discharge to the sanitary drainage system where such fixtures discharge to an approved system in accordance with Chapters 13 and 14.
