What are fluorescent fixture grounding requirements?

Answer by  Sparky101 (366)

The grounding of fluorescent lighting is no different than that of incandescent. Most fixtures provide either a ground wire/tail or a ground screw. Make sure to attach either the screw or wire to the ground wire of the circuit feeding the fixture. If no ground wire is available a minimum 10-32 screw tapped into the j-box will do.

Answer by  Sparky101 (366)

Currently, the National Electrical Code requires that ALL fixtures be grounded regardless of type. Most fixtures have either ground tails or screws provided by the manufacturer.

Answer by  Hank81527 (76)

The national codes state there can be no more than 8 plugs on a 15 amp circuit. But it will be useful to know the amount of current needed on a circuit. A kitchen a good example. The are toasters, blenders, electric skillets, microwave ovens, etc. All of these items working together could draw more than 15 amps.

Answer by  Liz59 (10966)

Basically the fixture must be in accordance to all basic grounding requirements. There has to be a maximum of 8 outlets on a 15 amplifier circuit.

Answer by  andy4us (75)

A fluorescent fixture has the same grounding requirements as any other light fixture according to the NEC. They should always be grounded.

Answer by  Liz59 (10966)

Well the requirements are they must meet safety wiring regulations. Also, they must not generate too much radiation in the home.