Everything You Need to Know About NM-B Cable in North American Homes

If you own a home in North America, odds are you’ve heard about NM-B cable. But what is NM-B cable, and why is it consideressential to your home? Here is a comprehensive guide to NM-B cable, and how and where it is utilized in the home.

What Every Home Owner Needs to Know?

NM-B (non-metallic sheathed cable) Home Pro NM-B will call for heightened inspection and care to follow the NM-B guidelines of installation. There are a single or multiple insulated wires covered with plastic for protection. NM-B cable is typically used for wiring outlets, switches, and appliances in homes.

One thing we've found that NM-B cable is helpful for is its ease of use and installation. NM-B cable is easiest to use because it can be cut gently with typical wire cutters and bent by hand instead of using special tools that are typically needed for metal cables. But that’s what makes it a popular pick among do it yourself homeowners doing electrical work.

What Homeowners in North America Need to Know?

If you are working with NM-B cable in your home, you must follow the National Electrical Code (NEC) standards to ensure the electrical wiring is safe. Examples might include choosing the appropriate gauge of wire for the amount of electrical power being used, properly securing the cable, and protecting it from