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TLE-ICT 10
Electrical Installation
and Maintenance

Quarter 1
Self-Learning Module 12
Flexible Armored Cable
Wiring Part II
Writer: Glenn O. Soriano
Reviewer: Marvin Rojas Validator)
Josephine B. Lacerna (Technical)
Rachelle C. Figuracion (Technical)
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EXPECTATIONS
At the end of the learning period, the students should be able to:

A. recognize the limitation to flexible armored cable’s use.

B. distinguish the method of securing the flexible armored cable in the wiring
situation.
C. evaluate the method of securing the flexible armored cable in the wiring
situation.

PRETEST
Multiple Choice
Directions: Read and understand the statement carefully. Write the letter that
best describes the statement. Write your answer in your quiz notebook.

1. Which of the following is one of the ideal place for the flexible armored cable
to use?
a. elevators
b. exposure to corrosive fumes and vapors
c. house
d. theater

2. How far should a flexible armored cable wiring use a securing clamps?
a. 1 meter
b. 2 meter
c. 3 meter
d. 4 meter

3. Which tool is use for cutting the flexible armored cable?

a. cutter plier
b. hacksaw
c. pipe cutter
d. welding machine

4. Which is the proper measurement for bending the flexible armored cable?
a. not less than 3 times the diameter of the cable
b. not less than 4 times the diameter of the cable
c. not less than 5 times the diameter of the cable
d. not less than 6 times the diameter of the cable

5. Which length of flexible armored cable that will serve as an allowance in each
utility box and junction box for the wire joints?
a. 100mm
b. 150mm
c. 200mm
d. 250mm
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RECAP
Electrician should recognize the types of flexible armored cables and their
uses. Aside from each unique type, especial characteristic of the flexible armored
cable should be considered in order to use it properly to intended wiring demand.

LESSON
FLEXIBLE ARMORED CABLE MUST NOT BE USED IN:
1. Theaters
2. Motion picture studios
3. Hazardous locations
4. Exposure to corrosive fumes and vapors
5. Storage battery rooms
6. Cranes and hoist
7. Hoist ways or elevators

SUPPORT
Flexible Armored Cable must be secured by approved clamps, straps or similar
fittings so designed and mounted so as to destroy cable. The cable shall be secured
at the wired surface approximately every 1 meter interval and within 30mm away
from outlet box or fittings.

PROTECTION OF CABLE ENDS

At all points, where the cable terminates, a fitting should be provided to
protect the wires from abrasion, unless the design of the outlet box can afford the
equivalent protection to the wires. An approved insulating bushing should be
installed between the conductors and the armor.

GROUNDING
The cable armor and all other parts and enclosure will be effectively grounded
if electrical continuity is ensured through the wiring system. In cutting a flexible
armored cable, the appropriate tools to be used is hacksaw.

BENDS
In making bends, precautions must be made in order not to injure the armor
of the cable. The diameter of any bends should not be less than 5 times the diameter
of the cable.

BOXES AT OUTLETS AND FREE LENGTHS OF CONDUCTOR

A box shall be installed at each outlet, switch, or junction points of the
armored cable. At least 150mm of free conductor shall be left at each outlet and
switch points for making up of joints or connections of fixtures or devices, except
where conductors are intended to be looped without joints.
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ACTIVITIES

Activity 12.1 SENTENCE COMPLETION: Write down the answers on the quiz
notebook.
Directions: Complete the phrase below.

A. Flexible armored cable must not be used in _______________________________.

B. To support the flexible armored cable_____________________________________.
C. Protection of cable ends is to _____________________________________________.
D. Grounding is done by ____________________________________________________.
E. Bending the flexible armored cable _______________________________________.
F. Boxes at outlets and free lengths of conductor should be __________________.

Acrivity 12.2 ESSAY

1. Loose and unstable wiring installation is faster to install, why we need to fasten
it properly? Why bother?

WRAP-UP

Reflect and Understand!

Directions: Based from the result of your assessment, how can you summarize
the following. Write your answer on your notebook.

1. Locations that are not for flexible armored cable are________________________.

2. Compare the methods to secure armored cable.
3. How to secure flexible armored cables?

VALUING

Essay. Write your answer on your notebook.

1. Why is it important to secure the flexible armored cables?

2. How important is having a firm connection to anything or anyone?

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POSTTEST

Multiple Choice

Directions: Read and understand the statement carefully. Write the letter that best
describes the statement. Write your answer in your quiz notebook.

1. Which of the following is one of the ideal place for the flexible armored cable
to use?
a. elevators
b. exposure to corrosive fumes and vapors
c. house
d. theater

2. Which tool is use for cutting the flexible armored cable?

a. cutter plier
b. hacksaw
c. pipe cutter
d. welding machine

3. How far should a flexible armored cable wiring use a securing clamps?
a. 1 meter
b. 2 meter
c. 3 meter
d. 4 meter

4. Which length of flexible armored cable that will serve as an allowance in each
utility box and junction box for the wire joints?
a. 100mm
b. 150mm
c. 200mm
d. 250mm

5. Which is the proper measurement for bending the flexible armored cable?
a. not less than 3 times the diameter of the cable
b. not less than 4 times the diameter of the cable
c. not less than 5 times the diameter of the cable
d. not less than 6 times the diameter of the cable
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KEY TO CORRECTION

B 5.
C 4. C 5.
B 3. B 4.
A 2. A 3.
B 2.
C 1.
C 1.
Pre-Test Post-Test

References
ONLINE SOURCE
Cabusora Jr., Roman A. et al. “Electrical Installation and Maintenance
Grade 10 Learner's Materials”
Accessed July 1, 2020.
https://www.scribd.com/document/321782452/Finish-Tg-Eim-Final
12-27-14

DIGITAL IMAGES

Quindoy, Ruel C. et al. “Electrical Installation and Maintenance

Grade 10 Learner's Materials”
Accessed July 1, 2020.
https://www.scribd.com/document/321782452/Finish-Tg-Eim-Final
12-27-14