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Old 04-12-2007, 03:42 AM
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Originally posted by mdvaden
Ever hear of "spiking" trees?

If the hardware gets in the tree, and the lights are removed, there's a potential for saw damage or injury.

If it's not low voltage, there may be a code to follow - a local code.

If its low voltage, the consequences to people from damage to the wiring, conduit or fixtures are much different.

So there may be a lot that matters depending on the voltage.
Yes, you're right. In these cases, there is a difference. Honestly, I'm not sure if local codes cover line voltage tree lighting. With the exception of palms, conduit would be silly anyway given the tree will grow and change shape. I guess I was thinking about it from a tree damage perspective.
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