Re: NEC 2026 changes for data/communication wiring

[Andrew Latham via NANOG <nanog () lists nanog org>]

Mike there is a playlist[1] with future videos which may be useful.
But yes in general we all need to order a book in a few months to have
something to point to.

1. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=shDwIcn6MzU&list=PLfR4Ysy4uoFQfgugeq5fKyahYz1rs7PQv

On Tue, Aug 19, 2025 at 7:44 PM Mike Lyon via NANOG
<nanog () lists nanog org> wrote:
> Damn it! Does that mean i have to drop another $70 on another damn NEC book?!?? Ugh!
>
> Guess i’ll start using this old one for a doorstop…
>
> -Mike
>
> > On Aug 19, 2025, at 18:39, Sean Donelan via NANOG <nanog () lists nanog org> wrote:
> >
> > 
> > The 2026 National Electrical Code is ready for publication.
> >
> > The scope of Chapter 8 is changed from all building communication system installations, to only communications 
> > wiring outside or at the cable entrance point.
> >
> > Data/Communication system wiring is now in Chapter 7, which means it will
> > be covered by general NEC requirements.  For those designing data centers after 2026, many data/communication 
> > installation "best practices" will become code requirements.
> >
> > Probably the biggest change will "working clearances" for communications equipment in wiring closets and cabinet 
> > door openings in data centers.
> >
> > No more cramming equipment into shared closets or draping cables across the room. After the 2026 NEC is adopted, 
> > building code officials will be able to enforce those requirements.
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