Original Version
Rule 54.6-A
54.6-A. Unprotected Conductors (see Rule 20.8-D for definition)
Unprotected conductors from one level on a pole or structure to another level shall not pass within the climbing space; shall not pass within the working space, except as permitted by Rule 54.7-B2; shall not pass between the conductors of any other circuit, except between pole pin conductor positions; and shall clear the conductors of other circuits by distances not less than the following:
Highest voltage Classification Of conductors concerned |
Minimum radial distance before conductors |
0-5000 volts |
11 ½ inches |
5000-7500 volts |
17 ½ inches |
7500-20,000 volts |
24 inches |
20,000 volts and above |
36 inches |
Where the distance between levels is in excess of 12 feet and unprotected conductors pass between the pole-pin conductor positions of any other circuit, additional supports shall be installed so that the maximum length of conductor between supports is not more than 12 feet.
The clearances in the above tabulations do not apply between taps in buckram construction, the clearances specified in Table 2, Case 16 being directly applicable.
For clearances between street light drop wires and cables, other conductors and metal boxes, See Rules 58.2-B3 and 92.1-F5
Strikeout and Underline Version
Rule 54.6-A
54.6-A. Unprotected Conductors (see Rule 20.8-D for definition)
Unprotected conductors may
pass laterally from one level on a pole or structure or
vertically from one level on a pole or structure to another level shall not
pass within the climbing space; shall not pass within the working space, except
as permitted by Rule 54.7-B2; shall not pass between the conductors of any
other circuit, except between pole pin conductor positions; and shall clear the
conductors of other circuits by distances not less than the following:
Highest voltage Classification Of conductors concerned |
Minimum radial distance before conductors |
0-5000 volts |
11 ½ inches |
5000-7500 volts |
17 ½ inches |
7500-20,000 volts |
24 inches |
20,000 volts and above |
36 inches |
Where the distance between levels is in excess of 12 feet and unprotected conductors pass between the pole-pin conductor positions of any other circuit, additional supports shall be installed so that the maximum length of conductor between supports is not more than 12 feet.
The clearances in the above tabulations do not apply between taps in buckram construction, the clearances specified in Table 2, Case 16 being directly applicable.
For clearances between street light drop wires and cables, other conductors and metal boxes, See Rules 58.2-B3 and 92.1-F5
Unprotected conductors, installed as specified in this rule (54.6-A.) and in Rule 54.4-D9 are not vertical or lateral runs as defined in Rule 22.6.
In lieu of the foregoing, vertical and lateral conductors may be installed as specified in Rules 54.6-C and 54.6-D.
Final Version
Rule 54.6-A
54.6-A. Unprotected Conductors (see Rule 20.8-D for definition)
Unprotected conductors may pass
laterally on a pole or structure or vertically from one level on a pole or
structure to another level shall not pass within the climbing space; shall not
pass within the working space, except as permitted by Rule 54.7-B2; shall not
pass between the conductors of any other circuit, except between pole pin
conductor positions; and shall clear the conductors of other circuits by
distances not less than the following:
Highest voltage Classification Of conductors concerned |
Minimum radial distance before conductors |
0-5000 volts |
11 ½ inches |
5000-7500 volts |
17 ½ inches |
7500-20,000 volts |
24 inches |
20,000 volts and above |
36 inches |
Where the distance between levels is in excess of 12 feet and unprotected
conductors pass between the pole-pin conductor positions of any other circuit,
additional supports shall be installed so that the maximum length of conductor
between supports is not more than 12 feet.
The clearances in the above tabulations do not apply between taps in buckram
construction, the clearances specified in Table 2, Case 16 being directly
applicable.
For clearances between street light drop wires and cables, other conductors
and metal boxes, See Rules 58.2-B3 and 92.1-F5
Unprotected conductors, installed as specified in this rule (54.6-A.) and in Rule 54.4-D9 are not vertical or lateral runs as defined in Rule 22.6.
In lieu of the foregoing, vertical and lateral conductors may be installed as specified in Rules 54.6-C and 54.6-D.