The best future proof way is to run conduit such as smurf tube everywhere. Then you can always run additional cable when you need to. See http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=901909 for example.
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Future Proof Pre-Wire
Hello - I have been reading many topics regarding a/v prewire that refer to older threads that detail what cables must be run to specific locations around the home (computers, TVs, keypads, etc) to ensure a cable friendly future.
I have utilized the search function to the best of my ability, and was hoping someone could point me in the right direction.
I know you guys probably get this post every few weeks, so I apologize in advance
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I have utilized the search function to the best of my ability, and was hoping someone could point me in the right direction.
I know you guys probably get this post every few weeks, so I apologize in advance
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Thanks for all the great resources.
Basically I am electrician doing high end homes and renovations hoping to stop just pre- wiring all this stuff, and giving the real money making work (install and supplying the equipment) away to LV guys.
The electrical industry is quite stagnant as far as "new" products - sure many things are improved upon, but the options are absolutely limitless with A/V distribution and smart home wiring.
Most long time electricians are too old school to show any interest so us young bucks are going to have to change industry standard.
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Basically I am electrician doing high end homes and renovations hoping to stop just pre- wiring all this stuff, and giving the real money making work (install and supplying the equipment) away to LV guys.
The electrical industry is quite stagnant as far as "new" products - sure many things are improved upon, but the options are absolutely limitless with A/V distribution and smart home wiring.
Most long time electricians are too old school to show any interest so us young bucks are going to have to change industry standard.
Oh. I installed my conduit as 1 long continuous run, not in sections. I didn't leave the pull string in place.
The conduit came with a very strong, slippery, long flat pull 'rope' inside of it, but I pulled it out before installing. My runs are pretty stright shots, basement to attic.
My Carlon LV orange Resi Gard conduit had a 5 inch slit in each end of the conduit, and the pull rope was tucked into the slit, when I bought it. I think this pull string is rated to something like 800 pounds.
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Oh. I installed my conduit as 1 long continuous run, not in sections. I didn't leave the pull string in place.
The conduit came with a very strong, slippery, long flat pull 'rope' inside of it, but I pulled it out before installing. My runs are pretty stright shots, basement to attic.
My Carlon LV orange Resi Gard conduit had a 5 inch slit in each end of the conduit, and the pull rope was tucked into the slit, when I bought it. I think this pull string is rated to something like 800 pounds.
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