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pugsl
07-05-08, 09:41 AM
Doing remodel and putting surround sound in. Can I run the speaker wires in the same holes as the 110 AC wires. Worried about noise picked up from wires. Thanks
Rick Johnston
07-06-08, 06:47 AM
Keep them at least 12 inches from AC wires and cross the AC lines at right angles.
It's also a code violation to run any other wiring with AC wires into the same box, so you should run them separately. Use cabling that's rated for in-wall use. West Penn 226 is a good choice.
Why take a chance that there'll be interference after the walls are finished?
It's also a code violation to run any other wiring with AC wires into the same box, so you should run them separately. Use cabling that's rated for in-wall use. West Penn 226 is a good choice.
Why take a chance that there'll be interference after the walls are finished?
pugsl
07-06-08, 02:15 PM
Thanks moved the wires. Not a real sound guy just did not want any buzzing in speakers