9-29Illumination, Signal, Electrical

9-29.1(3)A Flexible Metal Conduit Appurtenances

Liquidtight connectors shall be the insulated throat type, conforming to NEC Article 350, and listed for wet locations.

9-29.1(4) Non-Metallic Conduit

9-29.1(4)A Rigid PVC Conduit

Rigid PVC conduit shall conform to NEMA TC 2 and UL 651. Fittings shall conform to NEMA TC-3, and be UL 514C and UL 651. PVC solvent cement shall meet ASTM D2564, including note 8 (label to show pipe sizes for which the cement is recommended).

9-29.1(4)B Expansion Fittings

Expansion fittings for use with PVC shall allow for 4 inches of movement minimum (2 inches in each direction). Expansion fittings for PVC conduit shall be PVC and have a threaded terminal adaptor or coupling end, and shall meet the requirements listed in

9-29.1(4)C HDPE Conduit

HDPE conduit shall be listed by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory recognized by the United States Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) Program. Couplings for HDPE shall be mechanical and listed for use with HDPE. Aluminum mechanical couplings are prohibited.

9-29.1(4)D Deflection Fittings

Deflection Fittings for use with rigid PVC conduit shall be as described in

9-29.1(5) Innerduct and Outerduct

The innerduct system shall be factory-installed and shall be designed so that expansion and contraction of the innerducts takes place in the coupling body to eliminate compatibility problems. The conduit coupling body shall have a factory-assembled gasket that is multistage and antireversing, sealing both the outerduct and innerducts. A secondary midbody O-ring gasket shall be seated into the coupling body and shall hold the coupling body firmly in the outerduct. All fittings, adapters, and bends (sweeps) shall be provided and shall be manufactured from the same materials and manufacturing process as the conduit, except as specified otherwise. The conduit system shall be a complete system with the following accessories: Manhole Terminator Kits Deflection Fittings Offset Fittings Expansion/Contraction Fittings Repair KitsConduit and Innerduct Plugs Pull string Pull rope Conduit spacers Split Plugs M 41-10 Page 9-151 Illumination, Signal, Electrical 9-299-29.1(5)A Rigid Galvanized Steel Outerduct With PVC or PE Innerduct Each section of steel outerduct shall be supplied with one reversing spin coupling that allows straight sections and fittings to be joined without spinning the conduit. The reversing coupling shall be galvanized and have three setscrews or a lock nut ring to lock the coupling in place. Setscrews or lock nut ring shall be galvanized or stainless steel and ensure continuous electrical ground. The couplings shall be galvanized steel with the same material properties as the conduit. The conduit system shall be designed so that assembly of components can be accomplished in the following steps:

9-29.1(5)B Rigid PVC Outerduct With PVC or PE Innerduct

Protective outerduct for Schedule 40 PVC and Schedule 80 PVC conduit outerduct shall be 4 inch with a minimum 5-inch extended integral “bell end” and shall be gray in color. The outerduct minimum wall thickness shall be 0.23 inch for Schedule 40 PVC and 0.32 inch for Schedule 80 PVC. Conduit and fittings for PVC outerduct shall be manufactured with an ultraviolet inhibitor. The coupling body for PVC outerduct shall include a factory-assembled, multistage gasket that is antireversing, sealing both the outer and innerducts. A secondary midbody gasket shall be seated at the shoulder of the bell to ensure air and water integrity of the system. The bell end and the coupling body assembly shall accept a minimum of 5 inches of the spigot end. The conduit system shall be designed so that straight sections and fittings will assemble without the need for lubricants or cement. PVC outerduct shall have a longitudinal print-line that denotes “Install This Side Up” for proper innerduct alignment. PVC outerducts shall have a circumferential ring on the spigot end of the duct to provide a reference point for ensuring the proper insertion depth when connecting conduit ends. The line shall be a minimum of 5 inches from the end of the conduit.

9-29.1(5)C Innerduct for Straight Sections of Galvanized Steel Outerduct or PVC

Outerduct The innerducts shall have a minimum outside diameter of 1.25 inch and a minimum inside diameter of 1.2 inch. Larger diameter innerducts may be provided if the wall thickness and diameter tolerances are met. The tolerance for inside and outside diameters shall be 0.005 inch. The innerducts shall have a minimum wall thickness of 0.060 inch. Innerduct shall be color coded and shall index a minimum of one innerduct with a different color. Alternate color codes are permitted as long as the color codes are contiguous between adjacent junction boxes. The innerducts shall be factory installed in the outerduct. Dynamic coefficient of friction of innerducts shall be tested in accordance with Telcordia GR-356-CORE procedure. The coefficient of friction shall be less than 0.30 between medium-density polyethylene jacketed fiber optic cable and the prelubricated innerduct. The coefficient of friction shall be less than 0.10 between the ¼-inch diameter polypropylene rope (suitable for fiber optic cable pulling) and the prelubricated innerduct. Pull rope used for testing (meeting the 0.10 coefficient of friction requirement) shall be the same type as the pull rope used for cable installation. The Contractor shall provide as part of the conduit submittals a certificate of compliance with these coefficient of friction requirements. Page 9-152 M 41-10

9-29 Illumination, Signal, ElectricalThe innerduct shall have a smooth, nonribbed interior surface, with a factory prelubricated

coating. The coating shall provide the required dynamic coefficient of friction. Innerduct shall be extruded polyvinyl chloride (PVC) or polyethylene (PE). The coupling body for the innerduct shall be factory assembled in the bell end of the outerduct and shall be manufactured from a high-impact engineered thermoplastic. The coupling body face shall be supplied with lead-ins to facilitate assembly. All outerduct shall be marked with data traceable to plant location.

9-29.1(5)D Conduit With Innerducts Fittings and Appurtenances

Duct plugs shall be polypropylene and be equipped with a neoprene or polyurethane gasket. Plugs shall be equipped with an attachment to secure the pull rope in the innerduct. The plug shall withstand 5 psi.

9-29.1(5)D1 Bends for 4-Inch PVC Conduit With Innerducts or Galvanized Steel

Conduit With Innerducts All bend radii shall be 36 inches or greater. The conduit system shall provide a complete line of fixed and flexible sweeps with system-compatible bell and spigot or threaded ends. The bends shall contain high-temperature burn-through-resistant innerducts manufactured from PVC, PE, or Nylon-66. The innerducts shall meet all other requirements for innerduct in Sections 9-29.1(1) and 9-29.1(5)A .

9-29.1(5)D2 Prefabricated Fixed and Flexible Bends (for Innerducts)

The prefabricated standard fixed PVC bends shall have a radius between 4 and 9 feet and sweep angles of 11.25, 22.5, 45, or 90 degrees. Flexible bends shall be prefabricated. These conduits may be field bent to a uniform radius no less than 4 feet. The field bend shall be no greater than 90 degrees. Grounding shall be continuous in flexible bends. Outerduct for flexible ends shall be manufactured from reinforced PVC. Expansion and deflection fittings for rigid galvanized steel conduit with innerduct shall be provided in accordance with Section 9-29.1(2)A .

9-29.1(6) Detectable Underground Warning Tape

Detectable Underground Warning tape shall be Orange imprinted in black lettering with the message “FIBER OPTIC CABLE BURIED BELOW” or equal. The warning tape shall be polyethylene with a metallic backing. The polyethylene shall be a minimum 4 mils thick and 3 inches wide.

9-29.1(7) Steel Casings

Steel casing material shall conform to ASTM A252 Grade 2 or 3 or casing as approved by the Engineer. The Contractor shall furnish pipe of adequate thickness to withstand the forces exerted by the boring operation as well as those forces exerted by the earth during installation and shall be a minimum of ⅜ inch thick. All joints shall be welded by a welder qualified in accordance with AWS D1.1 structural welding code, Section 3.

9-29.1(8) Drilling Fluid

Drilling fluid used for directional boring shall be an inert mixture of water and bentonite clay, conforming to the drilling equipment manufacturer’s recommendations.

9-29.1(9) Repair

Manufacturer repair kits shall be used for field repair of existing conduit, innerduct and outerduct. The conduit repair kit shall be manufactured specifically for the repair of existing damaged conduit, inner duct and outer duct. The repair kit shall be prepackaged and include the split conduit and split couplings necessary to restore the damaged conduit to the original inside dimensions including a water and airtight seal. M 41-10 Page 9-153 Illumination, Signal, Electrical 9-299-29.1(10) P ull Tape Pull tape shall be pre-lubricated polyester pulling tape. The pull tape shall have a minimum width of ½-inch and a minimum tensile strength of 500 pounds. Pull tape may have measurement marks.

9-29.1(11) Foam Conduit Sealant

Foam conduit sealant shall be self-expanding waterproof foam designed to prevent both water and pest intrusion. The foam shall be designed for use in and around electrical equipment, including both insulated and bare conductors.

9-29.2 Junction Boxes, Cable Vaults, and Pull Boxes

The Contractor shall perform quality control inspection. The Contracting Agency intends to perform Quality Assurance Inspection. By its inspection, the Contracting Agency intends only to verify the quality of that Work. This inspection shall not relieve the Contractor of responsibility for identifying and replacing defective material and workmanship. Prior to the start of production of the precast concrete units, the Contractor shall advise the Engineer of the production schedule. The Contractor shall give the Inspector safe and free access to the Work. If the Inspector observes non-specification Work or unacceptable quality control practices, the Inspector will advise the plant manager. If the corrective action is not acceptable to the Engineer, the unit(s) will be rejected.

9-29.2(1) Junction Boxes

For the purposes of this Specification concrete is defined as portland cement or blended hydraulic cement concrete and non-concrete is all others. The Contractor shall provide shop drawings for all components, hardware lid, frame, reinforcement, and box dimensions. The shop drawings shall be prepared by (or under the supervision of) a Professional Engineer, licensed under Title 18 RCW , State of Washington, in the branch of Civil or Structural. Each sheet shall carry the following:

9-29.2(1)A Standard Duty Junction Boxes

Standard Duty Junction Boxes are defined as Type 1, 2 and 8 junction boxes and shall have a minimum load rating of 22,500 pounds and be tested in accordance with Section

9-29.2(5) A complete Type 8 Junction Box includes the spread footing shown in the Standard Plans.

All Standard Duty Junction Boxes placed in sidewalks, walkways, and shared use paths shall have slip resistant surfaces. Non-slip lids and frames shall be hot dip galvanized in accordance with AASHTO M111. Page 9-154 M 41-10

9-29 Illumination, Signal, Electrical9-29.2(1)A1 C oncrete Junction Boxes

The Standard Duty Concrete Junction Box steel frame, lid support, and lid shall be painted with a black paint containing rust inhibiters or painted with a shop applied, inorganic zinc primer in accordance with Section 6-07.3 , or hot-dip galvanized in accordance with AASHTO M 111. Concrete used in Standard Duty Junction Boxes shall have a minimum compressive strength of 6,000 psi when reinforced with a welded wire hoop, or 4,000 psi when reinforced with welded wire fabric or fiber reinforcement. The frame shall be anchored to the box by welding headed studs ⅜ by 3 inches long, as specified in Section 9-06.15 , to the frame. The wire fabric shall be attached to the studs and frame with standard tie practices. The box shall contain ten studs located near the centerline of the frame and box wall. The studs shall be placed one anchor in each corner, one at the middle of each width and two equally spaced on each length of the box. Materials for Type 1, 2, and 8 Concrete Junction Boxes shall conform to the following: Materials Requirement Concrete Section 6-02 Reinforcing Steel Section 9-07 Fiber Reinforcing ASTM C1116, Type III Lid ASTM A786 diamond plate steel Slip Resistant Lid ASTM A36 steel Frame ASTM A786 diamond plate steel or ASTM A36 steel Slip Resistant Frame ASTM A36 steel Lid Support ASTM A36 steel, or ASTM A1011 SS Grade 36 (or higher) Handle & Handle support ASTM A36 steel, or ASTM A1011 CS (All Grades) or SS (All Grades) Anchors (studs) Section 9-06.15 Bolts, Studs, Nuts, Washers ASTM F593 or A193, Type 304 or 316, or Stainless Steel grade 302, 304, or 316 steel in accordance with approved shop drawings Locking and Latching Mechanism Hardware and BoltsIn accordance with approved shop drawings

9-29.2(1)A2 N on-Concrete Junction Boxes

Material for the non-concrete junction boxes shall be of a quality that will provide for a similar life expectancy as portland cement or blended hydraulic cement concrete in a direct burial application. Type 1, 2, and 8 non-concrete junction boxes shall have a Design Load of 22,500 pounds and shall be tested in accordance with Section 9-29.2(5) . Non-concrete junction boxes shall be gray in color and have an open bottom design with approximately the same inside dimensions, and present a load to the bearing surface that is less than or equal to the loading presented by the concrete junction boxes shown in the Standard Plans. Non- concrete junction box lids shall be steel and shall include a pull slot and shall be secured with two stainless steel Penta-head auger bolts recessed into the cover. The tapped holes for the securing bolts shall extend completely through the box to prevent accumulation of debris. Bolts shall conform to ASTM F593, stainless steel. M 41-10 Page 9-155 Illumination, Signal, Electrical 9-299-29.2(1)B Heavy-Duty Junction Boxes Heavy-Duty Junction Boxes are defined as Type 4, 5 and 6 junction boxes and shall be concrete and have a minimum vertical load rating of 46,000 pounds without permanent deformation and 60,000 pounds without failure when tested in accordance with The Heavy-Duty Junction Box steel frame, lid support and lid fabricated from steel plate and shapes shall be painted with a shop applied, inorganic zinc primer in accordance with Section 6-07.3 . Ductile iron and gray iron castings shall not be painted. The concrete used in Heavy-Duty Junction Boxes shall have a minimum compressive strength of 4,000 psi. Materials for Type 4, 5, and 6 Concrete Junction Boxes shall conform to the following: Materials Requirement Concrete Section 6-02 Reinforcing Steel Section 9-07 Lid ASTM A786 diamond plate steel, rolled from plate complying with ASTM A572, grade 50 or ASTM A588, and having a min. CVN toughness of 20 ft-lb at 40 degrees F Or Ductile iron casting meeting Section 9-05.15 Frame and stiffener plates ASTM A572 grade 50 or ASTM A588, both with min. CVN toughness of 20 ft-lb at 40 degrees F Or Gray iron casting meeting Section 9-05.15 Handle ASTM A36 steel or ASTM A1011 Grade CS or SS Anchors (studs) Section 9-06.15 Threaded Anchors for Gray Iron FrameASTM F1554 grade 55 Headed Anchor Requirements Bolts, Studs, Nuts, Washers ASTM F593 or A193, Type 304 or 316, or Stainless steel grade 302, 304, or 316 in accordance with approved shop drawing Hinges and Locking and Latching Mechanism and associated Hardware and BoltsIn accordance with approved shop drawings Safety Bars In accordance with approved shop drawings The bearing seat and lid perimeter shall be free from burrs, dirt, and other foreign debris that would prevent solid seating. Bolts and nuts shall be liberally coated with anti-seize compound. Bolts shall be installed snug tight. The bearing seat and lid perimeter shall be machined to allow a minimum of 75 percent of the bearing areas to be seated with a tolerance of 0.0 to 0.005 inches measured with a feeler gage. The bearing area percentage will be measured for each side of the lid as it bears on the frame. Page 9-156 M 41-10

9-29 Illumination, Signal, Electrical9-29.2(2) Cable Vaults and Pull Boxes

Cable Vaults and Pull Boxes shall be constructed as a concrete box and as a concrete lid. The lids for the Cable Vaults and Pull Boxes shall be interchangeable and both shall fit the same box as shown in the Standard Plans . The Contractor shall provide shop drawings for all components, including concrete box, Cast Iron Ring, Ductile Iron Lid, Steel Rings, and Lid. In addition, the shop drawings shall show placement of reinforcing steel, knock outs, and all other appurtenances. The shop drawing shall be prepared by or under the direct supervision of a Professional Engineer, licensed under Title 18 RCW , State of Washington, in the branch of Civil or Structural. Each sheet shall carry the following:

9-29.2(2)A Standard Duty Cable Vaults and Pull Boxes

Standard Duty Cable Vaults and Pull Boxes shall be concrete and have a minimum load rating of 22,500 pounds and be tested in accordance with Section 9-29.2(5) . For the purposes of this Section, Small Cable Vaults are considered a type of Standard Duty Cable Vault. Concrete for Standard Duty Cable Vaults and Pull Boxes shall have a minimum compressive strength of 4,000 psi. The lid frame shall be anchored to the vault/box concrete lid by welding headed studs ⅜ by 3 inches long, as specified in Section 9-06.15 , to the frame. The wire fabric shall be attached to the studs and frame with standard tie practices. The vault/box concrete lid shall contain ten studs located near the centerline of the frame and wall. Studs shall be placed one anchor in each corner, one at the middle of each width and two equally spaced on each length of the vault/box. The steel frame, lid support, and lid shall be painted with a black paint containing rust inhibiters or painted with a shop applied, inorganic zinc primer in accordance with Section 6-07.3 or hot-dip galvanized in accordance with AASHTO M111. All Standard Duty Cable Vaults and Pull Boxes placed in sidewalks, walkways, and shared- use paths shall have slip-resistant surfaces. The steel frame, lid support, and lid for the Standard Duty Cable Vaults and Pull Boxes shall be hot-dip galvanized. M 41-10 Page 9-157 Illumination, Signal, Electrical 9-29Materials for Standard Duty Cable Vaults and Pull Boxes shall conform to the following: Materials Requirement Concrete Section 6-02 Reinforcing Steel Section 9-07 Lid ASTM A786 diamond plate steel Slip Resistant Lid ASTM A36 steel Frame ASTM A36 steel Slip Resistant Frame ASTM A36 steel Lid Support ASTM A36 Steel, or ASTM A1011 Grade SS Handle & Handle Support ASTM A36 steel or ASTM A1011 Grade CS or SS Anchors (studs) Section 9-06.15 Bolts, Studs, Nuts, Washers ASTM F593 or A193, type 304 or 316, or Stainless steel grade 302, 304, 316 in accordance with approved shop drawing Hinges and Locking Mechanism Hardware and BoltsIn accordance with approved shop drawings

9-29.2(2)B Heavy-Duty Cable Vaults and Pull Boxes

Heavy-Duty Cable Vaults and Pull Boxes shall be constructed of concrete having a minimum compressive strength of 4,000 psi, and have a minimum vertical load rating of 46,000 pounds without permanent deformation and 60,000 pounds without failure when tested in accordance with Section 9-29.2(5) . Materials for Heavy Duty Cable Vaults and Pull boxes shall conform to the following: Materials Requirement Concrete Section 6-02 Reinforcing Steel Section 9-07 Cover Section 9-05.15(1) Ring Section 9-05.15(1) Anchors (studs) Section 9-06.15 Bolts, Nuts, Washers ASTM F593 or A193, Type 304 or 316, or Stainless steel grade 302, 304, 316 in accordance with approved shop drawing

9-29.2(3) Structure Mounted Junction Box

Surface mounted junction boxes and concrete embedded junction boxes installed in cast- in-place structures shall be stainless steel NEMA 4X. Concrete embedded junction boxes installed in structures constructed by slip forming shall be stainless steel NEMA 3R and shall be adjustable for depth, with depth adjustment bolts, which are accessible from the front face of the junction box with the lid installed. NEMA junction boxes and cover screws shall be type 304 stainless steel. Junction boxes installed on exterior of structures shall have an external hinge. Junction boxes shall be labeled with the appropriate designation. Polyethylene drain tubes for junction boxes mounted in structures shall be ⅜-inch diameter with a wall thickness of 0.062 inches and shall be rated for a 110 psi working pressure at 73°F. The size of NEMA 4X junction boxes and NEMA 3R junction boxes shall be as shown in the Plans. Page 9-158 M 41-10

9-29 Illumination, Signal, Electrical9-29.2(4) Cover Markings

Junction boxes, cable vaults, and pull boxes with metallic lids shall be marked with the appropriate legend in accordance with the bead weld details in the Standard Plans . Non-metallic lids shall be embossed with the appropriate legend and a non-skid surface. Legends for metallic lids and non-metallic lids shall be 1-inch nominal height. Junction boxes, cable vaults and pull boxes shall be marked or embossed for use in accordance with the Plans and following schedule: System Type Legend Traffic Signal Interconnect COMM Fiber Optic Trunk Lines ITS Fiber Optic Laterals ITS ITS Cabinet (any type) to Field Equipment (CCTV, Detection, VMS, etc.)ITS Telephone (POTS or DSL) Service DropTELSystem Type Legend Power, Service to Signal or ITS CabinetLT Power, Service to Transformer LT Power, Lighting Circuits LT Power, Metering point (pedestal, pole, etc.) to Service CabinetPWR Signal Cabinet to Field Equipment (Displays, Detection, etc.)TS Spare junction boxes connected to a labeled system shall use the same system label. Spare junction boxes that are not connected to a labeled system may be left unlabeled (blank).

9-29.2(5) Testing Requirements

Testing is required for all junction boxes, cable vaults and pull boxes. Junction boxes, cable vaults and pull boxes shall be tested by an independent materials testing facility, and a test report issued documenting the results of the tests performed. Junction boxes, cable vaults, and pull boxes listed on the QPL have a testing report on file and do not require a testing report to be submitted by the Contractor. For each junction box, vault and pull box type, the independent testing laboratory shall meet the requirements of AASHTO R 18 for Qualified Tester and Verified Test Equipment. The test shall be conducted in the presence of a Professional Engineer, licensed under Title 18 RCW , State of Washington, in the branch of Civil or Structural, and each test sheet shall have the Professional Engineer’s original signature, date of signature, original seal, and registration number. One copy of the test report shall be furnished to the Contracting Agency certifying that the box and cover meet or exceed the loading requirements for that box type, and shall include the following information:

9-29.2(5)A Standard Duty Boxes and Vaults

Standard Duty Concrete Junction Boxes, Cable Vaults, and Pull Boxes shall be load tested to 22,500 pounds. The test load shall be applied uniformly through a 10 by 10 by 1-inch steel plate centered on the lid. The test load shall be applied and released ten times, and the deflection at the test load and released state shall be recorded for each M 41-10 Page 9-159 Illumination, Signal, Electrical 9-29interval. At each interval the junction box shall be inspected for lid deformation, failure of the lid/frame welds, vertical and horizontal displacement of the lid/frame, cracks, and concrete spalling. Concrete junction boxes will be considered to have withstood the test if none of the following conditions are exhibited:

9-29.2(5)B Retrofit Security Lids for Standard Duty Concrete Junction Boxes

Security lids used to retrofit existing Standard Duty Concrete Junction Boxes shall be tested as follows:

9-29.2(5) A. After the ten load cycles but before loading to failure, the security lid shall

be fully opened and removed to verify operability.

9-29.2(5)C Standard Duty Non-Concrete Junction Boxes

Non-concrete Junction Boxes shall be tested in the same manner as for Standard Duty Boxes and Vaults described in Section 9-29.2(5)A . In addition, the Contractor shall provide a Manufacturer Certificate of Compliance for each non-concrete junction box installed.

9-29.2(5)D Heavy-Duty Boxes and Vaults

Heavy-Duty Junction Boxes, Cable Vaults, and Pull Boxes shall be load tested to 46,000 pounds. The test load shall be applied vertically through a 10 by 20 by 1-inch steel plate centered on the lid with an orientation both on the long axis and the short axis of the junction box. The test load shall be applied and released ten times on each axis. The deflection at the test load and released state shall be recorded for each interval. At each interval the test box shall be inspected for lid deformation, failure of the lid or frame welds, vertical and horizontal displacement of the lid frame, cracks, and concrete spalling. After the twentieth loading interval the test shall be terminated with a 60,000 pound load being applied vertically through the steel plate centered on the lid and with the long edge of steel plate orientated parallel to the long axis of the box. Page 9-160 M 41-10

9-29 Illumination, Signal, ElectricalHeavy-Duty Junction Boxes will be considered to have withstood the 46,000 pound test if

none of the following conditions are exhibited:

9-29.3 Fiber Optic Cable, Electrical Conductors, and Cable

9-29.3(1) Fiber Optic Cable

All fiber optic cables shall be single mode fiber optic cables unless otherwise specified in the Contract. All fiber optic cables shall meet the following requirements:

9-29.3(1)A Singlemode Fiber Optic Cable

Single-Mode optical fibers shall be EIA/TIA 492-CAAB or ISO/IEC 11801 Type OS2, low water peak zero dispersion fibers, meeting the requirements of ITU-T G.652.D.

9-29.3(1)B Multimode Optical Fibers

Where multimode fiber optic cables are specified in the Contract, the optical fibers shall be one of the following types, as specified in the Contract:

9-29.3(2) Electrical Conductors and Cable

9-29.3(2)A Single Conductor

9-29.3(2)A1 Single Conductor Current Carrying

All current carrying single conductors shall be stranded copper conforming to ASTM B3 and B8. Insulation shall be XLP (cross-linked polyethylene) or EPR (Ethylene Propylene Rubber), Type USE or USE-2, and rated for 600-volts or higher.

9-29.3(2)A2 Grounding Electrode Conductor

Grounding electrode conductor shall be bare or insulated stranded copper. The insulation shall be green or green with a yellow tracer.

9-29.3(2)A3 Equipment Grounding and Bonding Conductors

Equipment grounding and bonding jumper conductors shall be bare or green insulated, stranded copper with cross-linked polyethylene insulation rated USE and 600-volts, with Page 9-162 M 41-10

9-29 Illumination, Signal, Electricalthe exception that the equipment grounding and bonding jumper conductors installed

between junction box, pull box, or cable vault frame and lids shall be tinned, braided copper.

9-29.3(2)A4 Location Wire

Location wire shall be steel core copper clad minimum size AWG 14 insulated conductor. The insulation shall be orange High Molecular Weight High Density Polyethylene (HMHDPE), Type USE, or Type USE-2.

9-29.3(2)B Multi-Conductor Cable

Two-conductor through 10-conductor unshielded signal control cable shall have stranded copper conductors and shall conform to International Municipal Signal Association (IMSA) signal cable 20-1.

9-29.3(2)C Aluminum Cable Steel Reinforced

Triplex or Quadraplex Type ACSR neutral self-supporting aerial conductors of the appropriate size for aluminum conductors shall be used where required in the Contract. The neutral conductor shall be the same size as the insulated conductor. All conductors shall be stranded.

9-29.3(2)D Pole and Bracket

Pole and bracket cable shall be a two-conductor cable rated for 600-volts. The individual conductors shall be one red and one black 19-strand No. 10 AWG copper, assembled parallel. The conductor insulation shall be 45-mil polyvinyl chloride or a 600-volt-rated cross-linked polyethylene. The Jacketing shall be polyethylene or polyvinyl chloride not less than 45 mils thick. If luminaires with remote ballasts are specified in the Contract, this same cable shall be used between luminaire and ballast for both timber and ornamental pole construction. If the luminaire requires fixture wire temperatures greater than 75°C, the outer jacket shall be stripped for that portion of the cable inside the luminaire. The single conductors shall then be sheathed with braided fiberglass sleeving of the temperature rating recommended by the luminaire manufacturer.

9-29.3(2)E Two-Conductor Shielded

Two-conductor shielded (2CS) cable shall have stranded 14 AWG (minimum) conductors and shall conform to IMSA Specification No. 50-2.

9-29.3(2)F Detector Loop Wire

Detector loop wire may be 12 or 14 AWG stranded copper wire, IMSA 51-3.

9-29.3(2)G Four-Conductor Shielded Cable

Four-conductor shielded cable (4CS) shall consist of a cable with four stranded 18 AWG conductors with polypropylene insulation, an aluminized polyester shield, water-blocking material in the cable interstices, and a 26-mil minimum outer jacket of polyethylene. The four-conductor assembly shall be twisted six turns per foot. Each conductor shall have a different insulation color. Overall cable diameter shall be 0.25 inch maximum. Capacitance between adjacent pairs shall be 18 pf per foot and 15 pf per foot between diagonal pairs. The capacitances shall not vary more than 10 percent after a 10-day immersion test with ends exposed in a saturated brine solution.

9-29.3(2)H Three-Conductor Shielded Cable

Three-conductor shielded cable (3CS) for the detector circuit for optical fire preemption receivers shall consist of three 20 AWG conductors with aluminized mylar shield and one No. 20 drain wire, all enclosed with an outer jacket. All wires shall be 7 by 28 stranded tinned copper material. Conductor insulation shall be rated 75°C, 600 volt. The drain wire shall be uninsulated. Conductor color coding shall be yellow, blue, and M 41-10 Page 9-163 Illumination, Signal, Electrical 9-29orange. DC resistance of conductors or drain wires shall not exceed 11 ohms per 1,000 feet. Capacitance from one conductor to the other two conductors and shield shall not exceed 48 pf per foot. The jacket shall be rated 80°C, 600 volt, with a minimum average wall thickness of 0.045 inch. The finished outside diameter of the cable shall be 0.3 inch maximum.

9-29.3(2)I Twisted Pair Communications Cable

Twisted Pair Communications Cable shall meet RUS Specification 1755.390 and shall be AWG22 conductor. The cable shall have a petroleum compound completely filling the inside of the cable and rated for OSP (Outside Plant) applications.

9-29.3(2)J Ethernet Cable

Ethernet cable installed outside of buildings shall be Category 5E (Cat 5e), Category 6 (Cat 6), or Category 6A (Cat 6a) as appropriate or specified in the Plans. Locations outside of buildings include, but are not limited to, roadside cabinets (e.g., service cabinets, traffic signal cabinets, ITS cabinets), exterior or underground conduit and on, or in, poles (e.g., light poles, signal poles, camera poles). All Ethernet cables shall meet the following requirements:

9-29.3(3) Wire Marking Sleeves

Wire marking sleeves shall be full-circle in design, non-adhesive, printable using an indelible ink and shall fit snuggly on the wire or cable. Marking sleeves shall be made from a PVC or polyolefin, and provide permanent identification for wires and cables. Page 9-164 M 41-10

9-29 Illumination, Signal, Electrical9-29.4 Messenger Cable, Fittings

Messenger cable shall be ⅜-inch, 7-wire strand messenger cables conforming to ASTM A475, extra-high-strength grade, 15,400-pound minimum breaking strength, Class A galvanized. Strain insulators shall be wet process porcelain, conforming to EEI-NEMA Class 54-2 standards for 12,000-pound ultimate strength. Down guy assembly shall consist of an eight-way steel expanding anchor, having a minimum area of 300 square inches, made of pressed steel, coated with asphalt or similar preservative, and fitted with a ¾-inch minimum guy eye anchor rod 8 feet long. As an alternate to expanding anchors, screw-type anchors with two 8-inch helix, 3½-inch pitch, 1-inch by 7-foot guy anchor rod, and rated for 7,000-pound maximum torque may be installed. All pole hardware, bolts, plate rods, hangers, clips, wire guards, and pole bands shall be hot-dip galvanized in conformance with the requirements of AASHTO M232.

9-29.5 Vacant

9-29.6 Light and Signal Standards

Light standards (including light standards with Type 1 or Type 2 luminaire arms) and signal standards (including Types I, II, III, IV, V, PPB, PS, RM, FB, and CCTV) shall be in accordance with the details shown in the Plans, as specified in the Special Provisions and as outlined herein, provided that only one luminaire arm type shall be used throughout the project. Fabrication of light and signal standards shall conform to the applicable requirements of Section 6-03.3(14) . Light standard, signal standards, slip base hardware and foundation hardware shall be hot-dip galvanized in accordance with AASHTO M111, AASHTO M 232, or ASTM F 2329 as applicable. Where colored standards are required, standards shall be powder-coated after galvanizing in accordance with Section 6-07.3(11) . The standard color shall be as specified in the Contract. Materials for steel light and signal standards, and associated anchorage and fastening hardware, shall conform to Sections 9-29.6(1) , 9-29.6(2) , and 9-29.6(5) unless otherwise specified in one of the following documents:

9-29.6(1) Steel Light and Signal Standards

Steel plates and shapes for light and signal standards shall conform to ASTM A36, except that structural shapes may conform to ASTM A992. Shafts for light and signal standards, except Type PPB signal standards, shall conform to ASTM A572 Grade 50. Shafts and caps for Type PPB signal standards, slipfitters for type PS I, FB, and RM signal standards, and all pipes shall conform to ASTM A53 Grade B. Base plates for light standards shall conform to ASTM A572, Grade 50, except as otherwise noted in the Standard Plans for fixed base light standards. Base plates for signal standards shall conform to ASTM A36. Connecting bolts shall conform to ASTM F3125 Grade A325. Fasteners for handhole covers, bands on lighting brackets, and connector attachment brackets shall conform to ASTM F593. M 41-10 Page 9-165 Illumination, Signal, Electrical 9-29Steel used for light and signal standards shall have a controlled silicon content of either 0.00 to 0.06 percent or 0.15 to 0.25 percent. Mill test certificates verifying the silicon content of the steel shall be submitted to both the galvanizer and the Engineer prior to beginning galvanizing operations.

9-29.6(2) Slip Base Hardware

Slip plates and anchor plates for light standards and for Type FB and RM signal standards shall conform to the requirements of ASTM A572 Grade 50. The keeper plate shall be 28 gage, conforming to ASTM A653 coating designation G 90. Clamping bolts for slip base assemblies and slip base adapters shall conform to ASTM F3125 Grade A325. Studs and bolts for slip base adapters shall conform to ASTM F3125 Grade A325. Nuts shall conform to ASTM A563 Grade DH. Hardened washers shall conform to ASTM F436. Plate washers shall conform to ASTM A36, and also shall conform to the flatness tolerances specified in ASTM F436 for circular washers. Galvanized bolts shall meet Section 9-06.5(4) .

9-29.6(3) Timber Light Standards, Timber Strain Poles, Timber Service Supports

All timber poles used in illumination or traffic signal systems shall be Douglas fir, machine shaved, roof sawed, conforming to the latest ANSI Specifications and Dimensions for Wood Poles. All timber poles shall be gained according to industry standards. A dated nail or metallic date plate shall be set in the gain evidencing the year of treatment of the timber pole. All poles shall be treated with DCOI (DiCholoro-Octyl-Isothiazolin) in accordance with Section 9-09.3(1) . Tops shall be sawed before treatment. Where holes are bored in poles to accommodate hanging bolts for brackets, transformers, guy assemblies, or other accessories, such holes shall be painted with a solution of the above preservative.

9-29.6(4) Welding

Welding of steel structures shall be in accordance with AWS D1.1/D1.1M, latest edition, Structural Welding Code, and Section 6-03.3(25) .

9-29.6(5) Foundation Hardware

Anchor bolts for Type PPB, PS, I, FB, and RM signal standards shall conform to the requirements of ASTM F1554, grade 55. Nuts shall meet the requirements of ASTM A563, grade A. Washers shall meet the requirements of ASTM F844 or F436. Anchor bolts, and associated nuts and washers, for Type CCTV, II, III, IV, and V signal standards and luminaire poles shall conform to Section 9-06.5(4) . Anchor rods conforming to ASTM A449 may be substituted, provided that the galvanized ASTM A449 anchor rods having an ultimate tensile strength above 145 ksi shall be tested for embrittlement in accordance with either ASTM A143 (if the rod length is equal to or greater than five times the bolt diameter) or ASTM F606 Section 7 (if the rod length is less than five times the nominal bolt diameter).

9-29.7 Luminaire Fusing and Electrical Connections at Light Standard Bases,

Cantilever Bases, and Sign Bridge Bases

9-29.7(1) Unfused Quick-Disconnect Connector Kits

Unfused quick-disconnect connector kits shall conform to the following requirements:

9-29 Illumination, Signal, Electricalreceptacle shall be fully annealed. Both the copper pin and receptacle shall have a

centrally located recessed locking area adapted to be complementarily filled and retained by the rubber housing.

9-29.7(2) Fused Quick-Disconnect Kits

Fused quick-disconnect kits shall provide waterproof in-line fuse protection. The kit shall provide three cutoff sections on both lines and load side to accommodate various wire sizes. All connections shall be as described in item “1” above. Upon disconnect, the fuse shall remain in the load side of the kit. Fuses furnished for all lighting circuits shall be capable of handling the operating voltage of the circuit involved and shall have the following characteristics:

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M 41-10 Page 9-167 Illumination, Signal, Electrical 9-299-29.9 Ballast, Transformers Heat-generating components shall be mounted to use the portion of the luminaire upon which they are mounted as a heat sink. Capacitors shall be located as far as practicable from heat-generating components or shall be thermally shielded to limit the fixture temperature to 160°F. Transformers and inductors shall be resin-impregnated for protection against moisture. Capacitors, except those in starting aids, shall be metal cased and hermetically sealed. No capacitor, transformer, or other device shall employ the class of compounds identified as polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB) as dielectric, coolants, or for any other purpose.

9-29.9(1) Ballast

Each ballast shall have a name plate attached permanently to the case listing all electrical data. A Manufacturer’s Certificate of Compliance, in accordance with Section 1-06.3 , meeting the manufacturer’s and these Specifications’ requirements, shall be submitted by the Contractor with each type of luminaire ballast. Ballasts shall be designed for continuous operation at ambient air temperatures from 20°F without reduction in ballast life. Ballasts shall have a design life of not less than 100,000 hours. Ballasts shall be designed to operate for at least 180 cycles of 12 hours on and 12 hours off, with the lamp circuit in an open or short-circuited condition and without measurable reduction in the operating requirements. All ballasts shall be high power factor (90 percent). Ballasts shall be tested in accordance with the requirements of current ANSI C 82.6, Methods of Measurement of High-Intensity-Discharge Lamp Ballasts. Starting aids for ballasts of a given lamp wattage shall be interchangeable between ballasts of the same wattage and manufacturer without adjustment. Ballast assemblies shall consist of separate components, each of which shall be capable of being easily replaced. A starting aid will be considered as a single component. Each component shall be provided with screw terminals, NEMA tab connectors or a single multi-circuit connector. All conductor terminals shall be identified as to the component terminal to which they connect. Ballasts for high-pressure sodium lamps shall have a ballast characteristic curve which will intersect both of the lamp-voltage limit lines between the wattage limit lines and remain between the wattage limit lines throughout the full range of lamp voltage. This requirement shall be met not only at the rated input voltage of the ballast, but also the lowest and highest input voltage for which the ballast is rated. Throughout the lifetime of the lamp, the ballast curve shall fall within the specified limits of lamp voltage and wattage. All luminaires ballasts shall be located within the luminaire housing. The only exception shall be ballasts to be mounted on lowering assemblies and shall be external to, and attached to the fixture assembly. Ballast Characteristics for High Pressure Sodium (HPS) and Metal Halide (MH) Sources shall be: SourceLine Volt.Lamp Wattage Ballast TypeInput Voltage VariationLamp Wattage Variation HPS all 70 400 Mag. Reg. Lag 10% 18% HPS all 750 1000 Auto Reg. Lead CWA 10% 30% MH all 175 400 Mag. Reg. Lag 10% 18% MH all 1000 Auto Reg. Lead CWA 10% 30% Page 9-168 M 41-10

9-29 Illumination, Signal, Electrical9-29.9(2) Transformers

The transformers to be furnished shall be indoor/outdoor dry type transformers rated as shown in the Plans. The transformer coils, buss bar, and all connections shall be copper. Transformers, 7.5 KVA and larger shall be supplied with two full capacity taps, one at 5 percent and one at 10 percent below the normal full capacity.

9-29.10 Luminaires

All luminaires shall have their components secured to the luminaire frame with ANSI 300 series chrome-nickel grade stainless steel, zinc dichromate-coated steel, or ceramic- coated steel hardware. The luminaire slip-fitter bolts shall be stainless steel, hot-dip galvanized steel, zinc dichromate-coated steel, or ceramic-coated steel. All internal luminaire assemblies shall be assembled on or fabricated from either stainless steel or galvanized steel. The housing, complete with integral ballast, shall be weathertight. The temperature rating of all wiring internal to the luminaire housing, excluding the pole and bracket cable, shall equal or exceed 200°F. All LED luminaires shall have a Correlated Color Temperature (CCT) of 3000K nominal and a Color Rendering Index (CRI) of 70 or greater. LED output shall be a minimum of 85 percent at 75,000 hours at 25 degrees Celsius. All luminaires shall be provided with markers for positive identification of light source type and wattage in accordance with ANSI C136.15-2011, with the exception that LED luminaires shall be labeled with the wattage of their conventional luminaire equivalents. Do not include the text “LED” for LED luminaire labels. Legends shall be sealed with transparent film resistant to dust, weather, and ultraviolet exposure. Legends shall correspond to the following code: Conventional Lamp WattageConventional Wattage Legend Equivalent LED Legend 70 7 7E 100 10 10E 150 15 15E 175 17 17E 200 20 20E 250 25 25E 310 31 31E 400 40 40E 700 70 70E 750 75 75E 1,000 X1 X1E

9-29.10(1) Conventional Roadway Luminaires

All conventional roadway luminaires shall meet 3G vibration requirements as described in ANSI C136.31. All luminaires shall have housings fabricated from aluminum. The housing shall be painted flat gray, SAE AMS Standard 595 color chip No. 26280, unless otherwise specified in the Contract. Painted housings shall withstand a 1,000 hour salt spray test as specified in ASTM B117. M 41-10 Page 9-169 Illumination, Signal, Electrical 9-29Each housing shall include a four bolt slip-fitter mount capable of accepting a nominal 2” tenon and adjustable within +/- 5 degrees of the axis of the tenon. The clamping bracket(s) and the cap screws shall not bottom out on the housing bosses when adjusted within the +/- 5 degree range. No part of the slipfitter mounting brackets on the luminaires shall develop a permanent set in excess of 0.2 inch when the cap screws used for mounting are tightened to a torque of 32 foot-pounds. Each luminaire shall include leveling reference points for both transverse and longitudinal adjustment. All luminaires shall include shorting caps when shipped. The caps shall be removed and provided to the Contracting Agency when an alternate control device is required to be installed in the photocell socket. House side shields shall be included when required by the Contract. Order codes shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to include the option for house side shields.

9-29.10(1)A High Pressure Sodium (HPS) Conventional Roadway Luminaires

HPS conventional roadway luminaires shall meet the following requirements:

9-29.10(1)B Light Emitting Diode (LED) Conventional Roadway Luminaires

LED Conventional Roadway Luminaires are divided into classes based on their equivalent High Pressure Sodium (HPS) luminaires. Current classes are 200W, 250W, 310W, and 400W. LED luminaires are required to be pre-approved in order to verify their photometric output. To be considered for pre-approval, LED luminaires must meet the requirements of this section. LED luminaires shall include a removable access door, with tool-less entry, for access to electronic components and the terminal block. The access door shall be removable, but include positive retention such that it can hang freely without disconnecting from the luminaire housing. LED drivers may be mounted either to the interior of the luminaire housing or to the removable door itself. LED drivers shall be removable for user replacement. All internal modular components shall be connected by means of mechanical plug and socket type quick disconnects. Wire nuts may not be used for any purpose. All external electrical connections to the luminaire shall be made through the terminal block. Page 9-170 M 41-10

9-29 Illumination, Signal, ElectricalLED luminaires shall not include a photocell receptacle.

LED luminaires shall be available for 120V, 240V, and 480V supply voltages. Voltages refer to the supply voltages to the luminaires present in the field. LED power usage shall not exceed the following maximum values for the applicable wattage class: Class Max. Wattage 200W 110W 250W 165W 310W 210W 400W 275W Only one brand of LED conventional roadway luminaire may be used on a Contract. They do not necessarily have to be the same brand as any high-mast, underdeck, or wall-mount luminaires when those types of luminaires are specified in the Contract. LED luminaires shall include a standard 10 year manufacturer warranty. The list of pre-approved LED Conventional Roadway Luminaires is available at www.wsdot.wa.gov/Design/Traffic/ledluminaires.htm .

9-29.10(2) Vacant

9-29.10(3) Vacant

9-29.10(4) Underdeck and Wall Mount Luminaires

Underdeck luminaires shall be weatherproof and corrosion resistant. Light distribution shall be as shown on the Contract. Each flush-mounted underdeck luminaire shall consist of a metal body, a prismatic refractor mounted in a doorframe, a prismatic glass or specular anodized aluminum reflector, a ballast, and a ceramic lamp socket and be supplied complete with all fasteners. The body shall have provisions for anchoring to concrete. The refractor shall be glass and shall be clearly identified as to “street side”. The doorframe assembly shall be hinged, gasketed and secured to the body. Each wall-mounted luminaire shall consist of a metal body, a prismatic refractor mounted in a doorframe, an aluminum reflector with a specular anodized finish, an integral ballast and a ceramic lamp socket and supplied with all fasteners. The refractor shall be glass. A gasket shall be provided between the refractor and the body of the fixture. All lamp sockets shall be positioned to locate the light center of the lamp within ½ inch of the light center location for which the luminaire is designed. Ballasts for underdeck and wall luminaires shall conform to the provisions in Section 9-29.9 . Ballasts for underdeck and wall mount luminaires shall be installed in the luminaire housing.

9-29.11 Control Equipment

Illumination circuits shall be controlled by a combination of photoelectric controls and lighting contactors as noted in the Contract.

9-29.11(1) Time Clock Controls

Time clocks, when specified in the Contract, shall be solid state and shall have a battery backup. The clock shall provide four functions and shall be enclosed within a dust tight mounting case. The unit shall be mounted on vibration dampened fittings. The unit shall be pushbutton programmable with 15 events per week, selectable by day of week and time of day to the nearest minute. M 41-10 Page 9-171 Illumination, Signal, Electrical 9-29The clock shall be accurate to plus or minus 15 seconds per month through a humidity variation of 0 to 95 percent and a temperature variation of 0ºF to 150ºF. The clock shall be within plus or minus 10 seconds after 10 hours of battery backup operation. The backup battery shall operate for 24 hours minimum. Contacts shall be rated at 5 amps tungsten load for up to 100,000 cycles. Each clock function shall operate a 120 VAC normally open and normally closed set of contacts.

9-29.11(2) Photoelectric Controls

The photoelectric control shall be the twist-lock type and the light sensitive element shall be a solid-state photo diode. The control shall be designed to turn on at 3 foot-candles (32 lux) and turn off at 1.8 foot-candles (20 lux). The lighting control shall not drift by more than 1 percent over a 10-year period. The output control relay shall have a 45-second time delay to prevent false turn- off caused by momentary brightness. This output relay shall be rated 1,000 watts incandescent or 15 amps inductive load. The contacts shall be normally closed. The unit shall be designed to not continuously pulse the output relay if the photo control bypass switch is energized. The lighting control shall have a built in metal oxide varistor (MOV) rated 180 joules for lightning and transient protection. The control shall also have secondary zener diode and transient filter. The printed circuit board shall be coated to prevent corrosion. The normal operating voltage range will be 105 to 285 VAC.

9-29.12 Electrical Splice Materials

Circuit splicing materials shall meet the following specifications.

9-29.12(1) Illumination Circuit Splices

Underground illumination circuit splices shall be solderless crimped connections capable of securely joining the wires, both mechanically and electrically, as defined in Section

8-20.3(8) Aerial illumination splices shall be solderless crimp connectors or split bolt vice-

type connectors.

9-29.12(2) Traffic Signal Splice Material

Induction loop splices and magnetometer splices shall use an uninsulated barrel-type crimped connector capable of being soldered.

9-29.12(3) Splice Enclosures

9-29.12(3)A Heat Shrink Splice Enclosure

Heat shrink splice enclosures shall be medium or heavy wall cross-linked polyolefin, meeting the requirements of AMS-DTL-23053/15, with thermoplastic adhesive sealant. Heat shrink splices used for “wye” connections require rubber electrical mastic tape.

9-29.12(3)B Molded Splice Enclosure

Molded splice enclosures shall use epoxy resin in a clear rigid plastic mold. The material used shall be compatible with the insulation material of the insulated conductor or cable. The component materials of the resin insulation shall be packaged ready for convenient mixing without removing from the package.

9-29.12(4) Re-Enterable Splice Enclosure

Re-enterable splice enclosures shall use either dielectric grease or a flexible resin contained in a two-piece plastic mold. The mold shall either snap together or use stainless steel hose clamps. Page 9-172 M 41-10

9-29 Illumination, Signal, Electrical9-29.12(5) Vinyl Electrical Tape for Splices

Vinyl electrical tape in splicing applications shall meet the requirements of MIL-I-24391C.

9-29.13 Control Cabinet Assemblies

Control cabinet assemblies shall include all necessary equipment and auxiliary equipment for controlling the operation of traffic signals, programmable message signs, illumination systems, ramp meters, data stations, CCTV, and similar systems as required for the specific application. Traffic Signal Controller Cabinet Assemblies shall meet the requirements of the NEMA TS1 and TS2 specification or the California Department of Transportation “Transportation Electrical Equipment Specifications” (TEES) dated March 12, 2009 and applicable errata, as defined in this specification.

9-29.13(1) Environmental, Performance, and Test Standards for Solid-State

Traffic Controller Assemblies The scope of this Specification includes the controller of solid-state design installed in a weatherproof controller cabinet. The controller assembly includes the cabinet, controller unit, load switches, signal conflict monitoring circuitry, accessory logic circuitry, AC line filters, vehicle detectors, coordination equipment and interface, and preemption equipment. NEMA control assemblies shall meet or exceed current NEMA TS 1 Environmental Standards. Normal operation will be required while the control assembly is subjected to any combination of high and low environmental limits (such as low voltage at high temperature with high repetition noise transients). All other control equipment shall meet the environmental requirements of California Department of Transportation “Transportation Electrical Equipment Specifications” (TEES) dated March 12, 2009 and applicable errata. The Contractor shall furnish to the Contracting Agency all guarantees and warranties furnished as a normal trade practice for all control equipment provided.

9-29.13(2) Traffic Signal Controller Assembly Testing

Each traffic signal controller assembly shall be tested as follows. The Contractor shall:

9-29.13(3) Traffic Signal Controller

The traffic signal controller shall conform to the Contract requirements and the applicable Specifications as listed below: All solid-state electronic traffic-actuated controllers and their supplemental devices shall employ digital timing methods.

9-29.13(4) Traffic-Signal Controller Software

All traffic signal controllers shall operate with software specified in the contract. Traffic-actuated controllers shall be electronic devices which, when connected to traffic detectors or other means of actuation, or both, shall operate the electrical traffic signal system at one or more intersections. If the complete traffic controller defined in the Special Provision requires NTCIP compliance the following are the minimum requirements for NTCIP operation. Communication The traffic controller hardware and software shall communicate with the central computer in a polled multi-drop operation. In the polled multi-drop operation, several traffic controllers shall share the same communication channel, with each controller assigned a unique ID number. Controller ID numbers shall conform to the NTCIP Page 9-174 M 41-10

9-29 Illumination, Signal, Electricalrequirements for address numbers. A traffic controller shall only reply to messages

labeled with its ID. In polled multi-drop mode, traffic controllers never initiate communication, but merely transmit their responses to messages from the central computer. A laptop computer connected to the traffic controller’s local communication port shall have the same control and diagnostic capabilities as the central computer. However, local laptop control capability shall be limited to that traffic controller. NTCIP Requirements The traffic controller software shall comply with the National Transportation Communications for ITS Protocol (NTCIP) documents and all related errata sheets published before July 1, 1999 and as referenced herein. The traffic controller software shall support the following standards:

9-29 Illumination, Signal, ElectricalObject Name Object ID Required Values

Channels maxChannels 16 Channels channelControlGroup Values 2 thru 4 Channels channelFlash Value 0,2,4,6,8,10,12 and 14 Channels channelDim Values 0 thru 15 Channels maxChannelStatusGroup 2 TS 2 Port 1 maxPortAddresses 18 TS 2 Port 1 port1Table Values 2 and 3 *Values in excess of the minimum requirement are considered to meet the specification. Documentation Software shall be supplied with all documentation on a USB Flash Drive. ASCII versions of the following Management Information Base (MIB) files in Abstract Syntax Notation 1 (ASN.1) format shall be provided on a USB Flash Drive:

9-29.13(5) Flashing Operations

All traffic signals shall be equipped for flashing operation of signal displays. Controllers and cabinets shall be programmed for flashing red displays for all approaches. During flashing operation, all pedestrian circuits shall be de-energized. Actuated traffic signal control mechanisms shall be capable of entry into flash operation and return to stop-and-go operation as follows:

9-29.13(6) Emergency Preemption

Immediately after a valid call has been received, the preemption equipment shall cause the controller to terminate the appropriate phases as necessary with the required clearance intervals and enter any programmed subsequent preemption sequence. Preemption sequences shall be as noted in the Contract.

9-29.13(7) Drawings and Wiring Diagrams

Schematic wiring diagrams of the controllers, cabinets and auxiliary equipment shall be submitted when the assemblies are delivered. The diagram shall show in detail all circuits and parts. The parts shall be identified by name or number in a manner readily interpreted. Two hard copies and one PDF copy (on a USB flash drive)of each drawing, cabinet wiring diagram, and component wiring diagram shall be furnished with each cabinet and placed in the drawer shelf. The schematic drawing shall consist of a single sheet, detailing all circuits and parts, not to exceed 52-inches by 72-inches. The cabinet wiring diagram shall indicate and identify all wire terminations, all plug connectors, and the locations of all equipment in the cabinet. Included in the diagram shall be an intersection sketch identifying all heads, detectors, and pushbuttons and a phase diagram.

9-29.13(8) Generator Transfer Switch

A generator transfer switch shall be included on all Type 332, 332D, and 342LX cabinets. Generator transfer switches shall be included on other cabinet types when specified in the contract. The Generator Transfer Switch shall be capable of switching power from a utility power source to an external generator power source. The Transfer Switch enclosure shall be of identical materials and dimensions and installation methods as the Police Panel type enclosure specified in the first paragraph of Section 9-29.13(10)D , with the exception that the enclosure door shall include a spring- loaded construction core lock capable of accepting a Best 6-pin or 7-pin CX series core. The core lock shall be provided with a construction core, of the same color as the cabinet doors, installed. Upon contract completion, two master keys for the construction core shall be delivered to the Engineer. The door shall be capable of being closed and locked while a generator cable is still plugged in, with the cable extending through a cable access notch with moveable cover. The plug shall not be removable when the door is closed and locked. The enclosure shall include the following Transfer Switch equipment:

9-29 Illumination, Signal, Electrical5. Where circuit breakers are used as the transfer switch, a mechanical lock out feature

that prevents the Utility circuit breaker and the Generator circuit breaker from being in the ON position at the same time with the circuit breakers being capable of being independently switched. Alternatively, circuit breakers shall be installed with one inverted and both mechanically connected such that both operate in unison and one breaker opens before the other is closed.

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9-29.13(10) NEMA and Type 2070 Controllers and Cabinets

9-29.13(10)A Auxiliary Equipment for NEMA Controllers

The following auxiliary equipment shall be furnished and installed in each cabinet for NEMA traffic-actuated controllers:

9-29 Illumination, Signal, Electrical8. Insulated terminal blocks of sufficient number to provide a termination for all field

wiring. A minimum of 12 spare terminals shall be provided. Field wire connection terminal blocks shall be 600 volt, heavy duty, barrier type, except loop detector lead- ins, which may be 300 volt. The 600 volt type terminal strips shall be provided with a field-side and a control-side connector separated by a marker strip. The 300 volt type shall have a marker strip, installed on the right side of vertical terminal strips or below horizontal terminal strips. The marker strip shall bear the circuit number indicated in the Plans and shall be engraved. Each connector shall be a screw type with No. 8 post capable of accepting no less than three 12 AWG wires fitted with spade tips.

9-29.3 Cabinet wiring shall be trimmed to eliminate all slack and shall be laced or

bound together with nylon wraps or equivalent. All terminals shall be numbered and permanently identified with PVC or polyolefin wire marking sleeve consistent with the cabinet wiring diagram provided by the signal controller manufacturer and the Contract. The cabinet will be completely wired so that the only requirement to make a field location completely operational is to attach field power and ground wiring. Internal cabinet wiring shall not utilize the field side connections of the terminal strip intended for termination of field wires.

9-29 Illumination, Signal, Electrical T he detector test panel shall include a male (connector DT3P) and female (connector

DT4S) Type DD50 D-Sub connectors as described in the Standard Plans. Input and output cables to the detector test panel shall include the appropriate mating connector (DT3S and DT4P), such that the two cable ends can be connected and normal operations maintained if the detector test panel is removed. A ll switches on the panel shall be marked with its associated Plan detector number. All markers shall be permanent.

9-29 Illumination, Signal, Electrical6. E ach cabinet door shall be provided with:

9-29.13(10)D Cabinets for Type 2070 Controllers

Type 2070 controllers shall be housed in a model 332LS cabinet unless specified otherwise in the contract. Type 332LS cabinets shall be constructed in accordance with TEES with the following modifications:

9-29.13(10)C item 6 above.

9-29.13(10)B .

9-29 Illumination, Signal, Electrical12. E ach cabinet shall include a fiber-optic patch panel when specified in the Contract.

Fiber-optic patch panels shall be installed such that all fiber connections and patch cord connections are fully clear of all doors in all positions (open or closed).

9-29.13(11) Traffic Data Accumulator and Ramp Meters

All cabinets designated for use as a traffic data or ramp meter shall be Type 334LS cabinets furnished to meet the requirements of Section 9-29.13(10)D , items 1 through 5, and the following:

9-29 Illumination, Signal, Electricalf. Sign Relay.

A Sign Relay and socket shall be installed on the rear of the display panel. The relay shall be wired as shown in the Plans. The relay coil shall draw (or sink) 50 milliamperes ± 10 percent from the controller and have a DPDT contact rating not less than 10 amperes. A 1N4004 diode shall be placed across the relay coil to suppress voltage spikes. The anode terminal shall be connected to terminal #7 of the relay as labeled in the plans. The relay shall energize when the METERING indicator LED is lit.

9-29.13(10)D , with the following exceptions:

9-29.13(12) Type 331L ITS Cabinet

Basic ITS cabinets shall be Model 331LS Cabinets, unless otherwise specified in the Contract. Type 331LS Cabinets shall be constructed in accordance with the TEES, with the following modifications:

9-29.13(10)C , item 6.

9-29 Illumination, Signal, Electrical7. Each cabinet shall be equipped with a rack mounted power distribution assembly

(PDA-ITS) as shown in the Contract, with the same exterior dimensions as shown in the TEES for PDA #2LX. The PDA-ITS shall include the following equipment:

9-29.13(10)D , with the following exceptions:

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9-29.15 Flashing Beacon Control

Line Voltage flashers shall conform to the latest NEMA publication, and shall be solid state. When used as a beacon control, they shall be jack mounted and installed in raintight aluminum or hot-dipped galvanized steel cabinet.

9-29.16 Vehicular Signal Heads, Displays, and Housing

Each signal head shall be of the adjustable, vertical type with the number and type of displays detailed in the Contract; shall provide an indication in one direction only; shall be adjustable through 360 degrees about a vertical axis; and shall be mounted at the location and in the manner shown in the Plans. Except for optically programmed signal heads, all vehicular signal heads at any one intersection shall be of the same make and type. Backplates shall be constructed of 5-inch-wide, 0.050-inch-thick aluminum. Backplates shall be powder-coated flat black, louvered, and attached with stainless steel hardware. A 1-inch-wide strip of yellow retro-reflective, type IV prismatic sheeting (tape), conforming to the requirements of Section 9-28.12 , shall be applied around the perimeter of each backplate for displays used in conventional traffic signal systems and overhead intersection control beacons. Retro-reflective tape shall not be installed on backplates for other flashing beacon systems (ground or overhead) or for systems where all sections of the display will be dark as part of normal operation such as ramp meters, hawk signals and tunnels. M 41-10 Page 9-191 Illumination, Signal, Electrical 9-299-29.16(1) Optically Programmed, Adjustable Face, and Programmable Array 12-Inch Traffic Signal The signal shall permit the visibility zone of the indication to be determined optically and require no hoods or louvers. The projected indication may be selectively visible or veiled anywhere within the optical axis. No indication shall result from external illumination, nor shall one light unit illuminate a second. The display shall operate from 85 VAC to 130 VAC.

9-29.16(1)A Optical System

9-29.16(1)A1 Non-LED Optical System

The components of the optical system shall comprise:

9-29.16(1)A2 LED Programmable Array

9-29 Illumination, Signal, Electrical9-29.16(1)B Housing Construction

Die cast aluminum parts shall conform to ITE alloy and tensile requirements and have a chromate preparatory treatment. The exterior of the signal case, lamp housing, and mounting flanges shall be finished with a high quality, baked enamel prime and finish paint. The lens holder and interior of the case shall be optical black. Signal case and lens holder shall be predrilled for backplates and visors. Hinge and latch pins shall be stainless steel. All access openings shall be sealed with weather resistant rubber gaskets.

9-29.16(1)C Mounting

The signal shall mount to standard 1½-inch fittings as a single section, as a multiple section face, or in combination with other signals. The signal section shall be provided with an adjustable connection that permits incremental tilting of at least 0 to 10 degree above or below the horizontal while maintaining a common vertical axis through couplers and mounting. Terminal connection shall permit external adjustment about the mounting axis in five degree increments. The signal shall be mountable with ordinary tools and capable of being serviced with no tools. Attachments such as visors, backplates, or adapters shall conform and readily fasten to existing mounting surfaces without affecting water and light integrity of the signal.

9-29.16(1)D Housing Electrical

9-29.16(1)D1 Electrical – Non-LED

The lamp fixture shall be comprised of a separately accessible housing and integral lamp support, indexed ceramic socket, and self-aligning, quick release lamp retainer. The electrical connection between case and lamp housing shall be accomplished with an interlock assembly which disconnects lamp holder when opened. Each signal section shall include a covered terminal block for clip or screw attachment of lead wires. Concealed 18 AWG-AWM, stranded and coded wires shall interconnect all sections to permit field connection within any section.

9-29.16(1)D2 Electrical – LED

The Light Emitting Diode (LED) array shall be accessible from the front of the housing. Each multi-section assembly shall include a terminal block for clip or screw attachment of lead wires.

9-29.16(1)E Photo Controls

9-29.16(1)E1 Conventional Photo Controls

Each signal section shall include integral means for regulating its intensity between limits as a function of individual background illumination. Lamp intensity shall not be less than 97 percent of uncontrolled intensity at 1,000 foot-candles (fc) ambient and shall reduce to 15 plus or minus 2 percent of maximum at less than 1 fc ambient. Response shall be proportional and essentially instantaneous to any detectable increase of illumination from darkness to 1,000 fc ambient and damped for any decrease from 100 fc ambient. The intensity controller shall comprise an integrated, directional light, sensing and regulating device interposed between lamp and line wires. It shall be compatible with 60 Hz input and responsive within the range 105 VAC to 135 VAC. Output may be phase controlled, but the device shall provide a nominal terminal impedance of 1,200 ohms open circuit and a corresponding holding current. M 41-10 Page 9-193 Illumination, Signal, Electrical 9-299-29.16(1)E2 LED Photo Controls Each signal section shall include an integral means to automatically regulate the display intensity for day and night operation.

9-29.16(1)F Installation

The signal shall be installed, directed, and veiled in accordance with published instructions and the project visibility requirement. Each section of the signal shall be masked with prescribed materials in an acceptable and workmanlike manner.

9-29.16(2) Conventional Traffic Signal Heads

9-29.16(2)A Optical Units

LED light sources are required for all displays. The Contractor shall provide test results from a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory documenting that the LED display conforms to the current ITE Specification for Vehicle Traffic Control Signal Heads, Light Emitting Diode Circular Signal Supplement VTCSH ST-052 or Vehicle Traffic Signal Heads, Light Emitting Diode Vehicle Arrow Traffic Signal Supplement ITE VTCSH ST-054, and the following requirements:

9-29.16(2)B Signal Housing

The signal head housing, or case, shall consist of an assembly of separate sections, expandable type for vertical mounting, substantially secured together in a weathertight manner. Each section shall house an individual optical unit. Each section shall be complete with a one-piece, corrosion-resistant aluminum alloy die cast door and shall have a nominal 8- or 12-inch diameter opening for the lens. Each door shall be of the hinged type having two integrally cast hinge lugs and latch jaw. The door shall be attached to the housing by means of two noncorrosive, stainless steel hinge pins that are removable without the use of a special press or tool. A noncorrosive, stainless steel, threaded latch bolt and matching wing nut shall provide for opening and closing the door without the use of any special tools. Each door shall have a cellular neoprene gasket around the entire outer edge of the door, which, when the door is closed, shall make a positive weather and dust-tight seal. Each door shall have four tapped holes spaced about the circumference of the lens opening with four noncorrosive screws to accommodate the signal head visors. Each door shall have some device such as washers, clips, or keys, or Page 9-194 M 41-10

9-29 Illumination, Signal, Electricalbe constructed so as to keep it from dismounting from the housing accidentally when it

is open. The body of each signal section shall consist of a one piece corrosion resistant, die cast aluminum alloy. Each section shall have serrated rings top and bottom so when used with proper brackets, each section may be adjustable in respect to an adjoining section, and the hangers shall be locked securely to prevent moving. Cast integrally with the housing shall be two hinge lugs and one latch jaw. The top and bottom of the housing shall have an opening to accommodate standard 1½-inch pipe brackets. The sections shall be so designed that when assembled, they interlock with one another forming one continuous weathertight unit. The sections shall be interchangeable and shall be dust and weathertight when assembled with the door and appropriate furnished hardware. A terminal block of an approved type shall be mounted inside at the back of the housing. All sockets shall be so wired that a white wire will be connected to the shell of the socket and a wire, the color of the lens, to the bottom, or end terminal of the socket. These wires shall in turn be connected to the terminal block mounted in the housing, in the proper manner. The terminal block shall have sufficient studs to terminate all field wires and lamp wires independently to the block with separate screws. The terminals to which field wires are attached shall be permanently identified to facilitate field work. Each face shall be protected with a removable visor. The visor shall be tunnel type unless noted otherwise in the Contract. Tunnel, cap, and cut away type visors shall be molded using ultraviolet and heat stabilized polycarbonate plastic or be constructed of 0.050-inch corrosion resistant aluminum material throughout as specified in the Contract, or as ordered by the Engineer in accordance with Section 1-04.4 . Visors shall be flat black in color inside and shall be flat black or dark green on the outside. Visors shall have attaching ears for installation to the housing door. The signal display shall have square doors. End caps shall be made from aluminum or plastic material and shall be installed with fittings to provide a watertight seal. A bead of silicone sealant shall be applied around the perimeter of all top end cap openings prior to installation of the end cap assembly. Plastic end caps shall utilize a threaded stud with seal and wing nut. Plastic end caps utilizing a metal screw that may damage the cap if overtightened will not be allowed. Plastic end caps shall have the same color as the signal housing.

9-29.16(2)C Louvered Visors

Where noted in the Contract, louvered tunnel visors shall be furnished and installed. Directional, Geometrically Programmed louvers shall be constructed to have a snug fit in the signal visor. Louvers shall be flat black, constructed of aluminum or ABS and polycarbonate plastic. Dimensions and arrangement of louvers shall be as shown in the Contract.

9-29.16(2)D Vacant

9-29.16(2)E Painting Signal Heads

Traffic signal heads shall be finished with two coats of factory applied traffic signal green baked enamel or shall be finished with a dark green oven baked powder coating comprised of resins and pigments. Aluminum end caps shall be painted to match the color of the signal housing.

9-29.16(3) Polycarbonate Traffic Signal Heads

Polycarbonate signal heads shall be provided only when specifically identified in the Contract. With the exception of top and bottom bracket mountings, polycarbonate signal heads shall be installed with approved reinforcing plates located in signal sections adjacent to the mounting hardware. M 41-10 Page 9-195 Illumination, Signal, Electrical 9-29Polycarbonate employed in traffic signal fabrication shall tolerate an elongation prior to break in excess of 90 percent. The green color shall be molded throughout the head assembly. The optical system shall be Light Emitting Diodes as defined in Section 9-29.16(2)A . The entire optical system shall be sealed by a single neoprene gasket. The signal head shall be formed to be used with standard signal head mounting accessories as shown in Section 9-29.17 . All hinge pins, latch assemblies, and reflector assemblies shall conform to Section 9-29.16(2)B .

9-29.16(4) Traffic Signal Cover

Traffic signal display covers shall be manufactured from a durable fabric material with a mesh front. Plastic bags, plastic sheeting, burlap, or similar makeshift covers are not allowed. The covers shall have an attachment method that will hold the cover securely to the signal in heavy wind, such as straps, buckles, or elastic drawstrings – no adhesives may be used. The covers shall be provided with a drain to expel any accumulated water. One cover shall cover an entire signal display – separate covers for each lens are not allowed. For vehicle displays, if the cover is not designed to go over the backplate, the backplate shall be removed until the display is placed into service. At any intersection where there is a combination of operational and covered signal heads, signal head covers shall be yellow or orange in color. At an intersection where there are no existing operational signal displays, the covers may be black in color. The text “Not in Service”, “Out of Service”, or similar may be included on the cover, but it is not required.

9-29.17 Signal Head Mounting Brackets and Fittings

Vehicle and pedestrian signal head mountings shall be as detailed in the Standard Plans . Material requirements for signal head mounts are as follows: Aluminum

9-29 Illumination, Signal, ElectricalStainless Steel

9-29.18 Vehicle Detector

Induction loop detectors and magnetometer detectors shall comply with current NEMA Specifications when installed with NEMA control assemblies and shall comply with the current California Department of Transportation document entitled “Transportation Electrical Equipment Specifications”, specified in Section 9-29.13(7) when installed with Type 170, Type 2070, or NEMA control assemblies.

9-29.18(1) Induction Loop Detectors

When required in the Contract, amplifier units shall be provided with supplemental timing features identified as follows:

9-29.18(2) Magnetometer Detectors

Magnetometer detector units and sensors shall conform to the following Specifications:

9-29.19 Pedestrian Pushbuttons

Where noted in the Contract, pedestrian pushbuttons of tamper-resistant construction shall be furnished and installed. They shall consist of a 2-inch nominal diameter plunger. The switch shall be a three-bladed beryllium copper spring, rated at 10 amperes, 125 volts. The pedestrian pushbutton assembly shall be constructed and mounted as detailed in the Contract.

9-29.20 Pedestrian Signals

Pedestrian signals shall be Light Emitting Diodes (LED) type. The LED pedestrian signal module shall be operationally compatible with controllers and conflict monitors. The LED lamp unit shall contain a disconnect that will show an open switch to the conflict monitor when less than 60 percent of the LEDs in the unit are operational. The Pedestrian signal heads shall be on the QPL or Contractor shall submit a Manufacturer’s Certificate of Compliance, in accordance with Section 1-06.3 , with each type of signal head. The certificate shall state that the lot of pedestrian signal heads meet the following requirements:

9-29 Illumination, Signal, Electricalb. Each pedestrian signal face shall be a single unit housing with the signal

indication size, a nominal 16 inch × 18 inch with side by side symbol messages with countdown display.

9-29.21 Flashing Beacon

9-29.21(1) Conventional Flashing Beacons

Conventional flashing beacons shall be installed as detailed in the Plans, as specified in the Special Provisions, and as described below: Controllers for flashing beacons shall be as specified in Section 9-29.15 . Beacons shall consist of single section, 8 or 12-inch traffic signal heads, three or four-way adjustable, meeting all of the applicable requirements of Section 9-29.16 . Displays (red or yellow) may be either LED type or incandescent. Twelve-inch yellow displays shall be dimmed 50 percent after dark. Mounting brackets, mountings, and installation shall meet all applicable requirements of Lenses shall be either red or amber, glass or polycarbonate as noted in the Plans.

9-29.22 Vacant

9-29.23 Vacant

M 41-10 Page 9-199 Illumination, Signal, Electrical 9-299-29.24 Service Cabinets In addition to the requirements for service cabinets indicated in the Contract, the following requirements shall apply:

9-29 Illumination, Signal, Electrical10. All doors and dead front panels installed in service cabinets shall incorporate a

hinge placed in a vertical plane. Service doors shall be sealed with closed cell gasket material. The side opposite the hinge shall be secured with quarter turn screws or slide latch. No electrical devices shall be connected to the dead front panel. However, every switch serviced through the dead front panel shall be appropriately identified with its respective circuit designation by means of a screwed or riveted engraved name plate. Such circuit identification shall be submitted for approval together with the appropriate fabrication drawings. Dead front panels shall prevent access to any exposed, live components, and shall cover all equipment except for circuit breakers (including blank covers), the photocell test/bypass switch, and the GFCI receptacle.

9-29.24(1) Vacant

9-29.24(2) Electrical Circuit Breakers and Contactors

All circuit breakers shall be bolt-on type, with the RMS-symmetrical interrupting capacity described in this Section. Circuit breakers for 120/240/277 volt circuits shall be rated at 240 or 277 volts, as applicable, with an interrupting capacity of not less than 10,000 amperes. Circuit breakers for 480 volt circuits shall be rated at 480 volts, and shall have an interrupting capacity of not less than 14,000 amperes. Lighting contactors shall be rated for tungsten or ballasted (such as sodium vapor, mercury vapor, metal halide, and fluorescent) lamp loads. Contactors for 120/240/277 volt circuits shall be rated at 240 volts maximum line to line voltage, or 277 volts maximum line to neutral voltage, as applicable. Contactors for 480 volt circuits shall be rated at 480 volt maximum line to line voltage.

9-29.25 Amplifier, Transformer, and Terminal Cabinets

Amplifier, Terminal, and Transformer cabinets shall be NEMA 3R and the following: