Electrical Wiring Commercial, 2005 12th Edition
Updates based on the 2005 NEC!
This modernized guide to electrical wiring for commercial buildings features new, up-to-date information on data communications and fiber optic wiring. Written to the 2005 National Electrical Code®, Electrical Wiring Commercial, 12E enables readers to gain expertise in the identification, interpretation, and application of NEC® standards for the actual wiring of commercial buildings. A complete set of full-size, ready-to-use plans provides readers with all the information and practical hands-on experience needed to “meet Code” when wiring a light commercial building. This popular book is part of Delmar's best-selling wiring series, and has been used by thousands of apprentices to prepare for and successfully pass journeyman exams.
Features:
- Completely updated to the 2005 NEC® with particular emphasis on safe practices in working with electricity
- New information on data communications and fiber optics wiring, as well as enhanced coverage of optional standby power systems, prepares readers for today's commercial installations
- Comprehensive coverage includes building wiring as well as the wiring of equipment and appliances to be used by tenants occupying a commercial structure
- A reader-friendly interpretation of Code® requirements facilitates understanding of NEC® language
- Hundreds of examples and sample calculations encourage readers to interpret specifications and build essential math skills for on-the-job success
- A beneficial Code® Cross-Index provides a quick reference to explanations of specific NEC® sections found within the book
- New, highly engaging photographs illustrate the latest advancements in tools and equipment, while schematics and diagrams add clarity to explanations
- The Appendix is a handy reference source for code specifications and metric conversions, as well as important tables that illustrate the wiring of numerous different commercial buildings and the specific requirements for each
Electrical Wiring Commercial, 12E - Table of Contents:
- Plans and Sitework
- The Unit Substation
- Feeder Bus System
- Panelboards
- Trolley Busways
- Using Wire Tables and Determining Conductor Sizes
- Signaling Systems
- Motors and Controllers
- Motor Installation
- Power Factor
- Ventilating, Air Conditioning, and Other Facilities
- System Protection
- Lightning Protection
- Site Lighting
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Fiber Optics
- Hazardous Locations
- Harmonics
- Electrical Specifications
- Code Index
- Index
- Industrial Building Plans