Illustrated Guide to the National Electrical Code

by MILLER

• ISBN13: 9780766805293
• ISBN10: 0766805298
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1999-03-25
• Publisher: CENGAGE Delmar Learning

Summary

If a picture is truly worth a thousand words, this book provides a more in-depth look at the National Electrical Code than can be found in other books on the market today. Each technically accurate, highly detailed illustration offers insight into Code requirements. Pertinent details appear in clearly-written text blocks, which can be read very quickly and with little effort. Information formerly scattered throughout the Code book has been logically gathered and concentrated under the appropriate occupancy. All relevant aspects are thoroughly discussed and illustrated accordingly. Illustrated Guide to the NEC offers a visually pleasing format which stimulates interest and facilitates comprehension of the Code - It is a must have for practicing electricians, engineers, code inspectors, anyone who refers to the National Electrical Code in their work.

Table of Contents

SECTION 1 FOUNDATIONAL PROVISIONS	1	(94)
UNIT 1 Introduction to the National Electrical Code(R)	1	(8)
Objectives	1	(1)
The National Electrical Code(R)	1	(4)
Wiring System Product Standards	5	(2)
This Book	7	(1)
Additional Electrical Requirements	8	(1)
Summary	8	(1)
UNIT 2 Definitions	9	(17)
Objectives	9	(1)
Introduction	9	(1)
Definitions	10	(13)
Summary	23	(1)
Unit 2 Competency Test	24	(2)
UNIT 3 Boxes and Enclosures	26	(19)
Objectives	26	(1)
Introduction	26	(1)
Box Fill Calculations	27	(3)
General Installation	30	(4)
Box and Fixture Support	34	(4)
Junction and Pull Box Sizing	38	(4)
Summary	42	(1)
Unit 3 Competency Test	43	(2)
UNIT 4 Cables	45	(17)
Objectives	45	(1)
Introduction	45	(1)
General Installation	46	(6)
Conductor Identification	52	(2)
Underground Installations	54	(3)
Special Application Cables	57	(2)
Summary	59	(1)
Unit 4 Competency Test	60	(2)
UNIT 5 Raceways and Conductors	62	(33)
Objectives	62	(1)
Introduction	62	(1)
General Provisions	63	(2)
Non-Flexible Conduit (and Tubing)	65	(6)
Flexible Conduit and Tubing	71	(3)
Other Raceways	74	(10)
Raceway Fill	84	(1)
Conductors	85	(5)
Summary	90	(1)
Unit 5 Competency Test	91	(4)
SECTION 2 ONE-FAMILY DWELLINGS	95	(92)
UNIT 6 General Provisions	95	(19)
Objectives	95	(1)
Introduction	95	(1)
Electrical Floor Plan (Blueprint)	96	(1)
Branch Circuits	97	(2)
Receptacles	99	(6)
Receptacle Replacements	105	(2)
Lighting and Switching	107	(1)
Outdoor Receptacles and Lighting	108	(3)
Summary	111	(1)
Unit 6 Competency Test	112	(2)
UNIT 7 Specific Provisions	114	(21)
Objectives	114	(1)
Introduction	114	(1)
Kitchens, Dining Rooms, and Breakfast Areas	115	(7)
Hallways and Stairways	122	(1)
Clothes Closets	123	(1)
Bathrooms	124	(2)
Basements and Garages	126	(3)
Laundry Areas	129	(1)
Attic and Crawl Spaces	130	(1)
Summary	131	(1)
Unit 7 Competency Test	132	(3)
UNIT 8 Load Calculations	135	(17)
Objectives	135	(1)
Introduction	135	(1)
Compiling Information Essential to Load Calculations	136	(1)
Standard Method: One-Family Dwellings	137	(8)
Optional Method: One-Family Dwellings	145	(5)
Summary	150	(1)
Unit 8 Competency Test	150	(2)
UNIT 9 Services and Electrical Equipment	152	(35)
Objectives	152	(1)
Introduction	152	(1)
Service-Entrance Wiring Methods	153	(4)
Service and Outside Wiring Clearances	157	(4)
Working Space Around Equipment	161	(4)
Service Equipment and Panelboards	165	(9)
Grounding	174	(9)
Summary	183	(1)
Unit 9 Competency Test	184	(3)
SECTION 3 MULTI-FAMILY DWELLINGS	187	(56)
UNIT 10 Comprehensive Provisions	187	(21)
Objectives	187	(1)
Introduction	187	(1)
Plans (Blueprints)	188	(1)
Services	189	(4)
Service Wiring Clearances	193	(1)
Panelboards and Equipment	194	(2)
Branch Circuits	196	(4)
Voltage Drop	200	(5)
Summary	205	(1)
Unit 10 Competency Test	205	(3)
UNIT 11 Specific Provisions	208	(35)
Objectives	208	(1)
Introduction	208	(1)
Compiling Load Calculation Information	209	(1)
Standard Method: Multi-Family Dwellings	209	(9)
Six-Unit Multi-Family Dwelling Calculation	218	(4)
Standard Load Calculation for Each Unit of a Multi-Family Dwelling	222	(4)
Optional Method: Multi-Family Dwellings	226	(7)
Six-Unit Multi-Family Dwelling Calculation (Optional Method)	233	(3)
Optional Load Calculation for Each Multi-Family Dwelling Unit	236	(4)
Summary	240	(1)
Unit 11 Competency Test	240	(3)
SECTION 4 COMMERCIAL LOCATIONS	243	(68)
UNIT 12 General Provisions	243	(22)
Objectives	243	(1)
Introduction	243	(1)
Branch Circuits	244	(4)
Receptacles	248	(3)
Lighting	251	(10)
Summary	261	(1)
Unit 12 Competency Test	261	(4)
UNIT 13 Non-Dwelling Load Calculations	265	(23)
Objectives	265	(1)
Introduction	265	(1)
Non-Dwelling Load Calculation	266	(9)
Sample Load Calculation--Store	275	(5)
Sample Load Calculation--Bank	280	(5)
Summary	285	(1)
Unit 13 Competency Test	285	(3)
UNIT 14 Services, Feeders, and Equipment	288	(23)
Objectives	288	(1)
Introduction	288	(1)
Clearances and Working Space	289	(3)
Switchboards and Panelboards	292	(6)
Separately Derived Systems	298	(7)
Busways	305	(1)
Summary	306	(1)
Unit 14 Competency Test	306	(5)
SECTION 5 SPECIAL OCCUPANCIES, AREAS, AND EQUIPMENT	311	(132)
UNIT 15 Hazardous (Classified) Locations	311	(26)
Objectives	311	(1)
Introduction	311	(1)
Overview	312	(6)
Class I Locations	318	(11)
Class II Locations	329	(3)
Class III Locations	332	(2)
Summary	334	(1)
Unit 15 Competency Test	335	(2)
UNIT 16 Health Care	337	(21)
Objectives	337	(1)
Introduction	337	(1)
General	338	(6)
Patient Care Areas	344	(2)
Hospitals	346	(4)
Nursing Homes and Limited Care Facilities	350	(2)
Inhalation Anesthetizing Locations	352	(1)
X-Ray Installations	353	(1)
Summary	354	(1)
Unit 16 Competency Test	354	(4)
UNIT 17 Industrial Locations	358	(26)
Objectives	358	(1)
Introduction	358	(1)
General	359	(9)
Motors	368	(8)
Specific Equipment	376	(5)
Summary	381	(1)
Unit 17 Competency Test	381	(3)
UNIT 18 Special Occupancies	384	(29)
Objectives	384	(1)
Introduction	384	(1)
Motion Picture (and Television Studio) Audience Areas, Theaters, and Similar Locations	385	(5)
Carnivals, Circuses, Fairs, and Similar Events	390	(2)
Places of Assembly	392	(1)
Motion Picture (and Television) Studios, and Similar Locations	393	(3)
Motion Picture Projectors	396	(1)
Manufactured Buildings	397	(1)
Agricultural Buildings	398	(1)
Mobile Homes, Manufactured Homes, and Mobile-Home Parks	399	(5)
Recreational Vehicles and Recreational-Vehicle Parks	404	(3)
Floating Buildings	407	(1)
Marinas and Boatyards	408	(1)
Summary	409	(1)
Unit 18 Competency Test	409	(4)
UNIT 19 Specific Equipment	413	(30)
Objectives	413	(1)
Introduction	413	(1)
Equipment	414	(9)
Elevators, Dumbwaiters, Escalators, Moving Walks, Wheelchair Lifts, and Stairway Chair Lifts	423	(5)
Swimming Pools, Fountains, and Similar Installations	428	(11)
Summary	439	(1)
Unit 19 Competency Test	439	(4)
Index	443