I was wrong, and I'm passing this info on to help you be more accurate in your debates because I have heard this echoed on these forums. We cover this topic in Riser vs Plenum Cabling Explained.
I was arguing with a structured cabling designer about the NEC (National Electrical Code, NFPA 70) prohibition on using HVAC ducts as raceways for cable.
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