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EQA-4 Storing Reels in Inclement Weather

  • By LS Engineering
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  • 14 Sep, 2023
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Q: Can reels be stored outside in the elements without being inside in a climate-controlled atmosphere?

A: Yes, LS packages reels with a level 2 reel wrap which provides adequate protection for storing reels in outdoor or inclement weather (see below).

Typically, additional packaging materials are required for cable that will be stored outside. See NEMA WC 26, 2008 Edition, 2008 - BINATIONAL WIRE AND CABLE PACKAGING STANDARD

This standard covers uniform requirements for packaging electrical wire and cable and replaces the following NEMA/EEMAC standards

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