On Tue, 21 Nov 1995 [log in to unmask] wrote:

> For FIG 9-20, I feel there's a conflict between what's acceptable and what's a
> defect.  It says its a defect for Class 3 if the "base metal is exposed".
> However, just above that statement, listed Under Acceptable-Class 1,2,3 Item
> B, nicks, scrapes gouges, etc. are okay "not exceeding 25% of wire diameter".

The base metal exposed does refer to the terminal. The A-610 correction 
addendum will include the word "terminal" for the Class 3 Nonconforming 
condition.

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